Brenda Dominguez
Education Assistant
Walnut
Summary
With over 8 years of experience in education and customer service, I have developed valuable skills in communication, collaboration, and the use of various applications. I possess impeccable time management and decision-making abilities, which allow me to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, meet tight deadlines, and quickly grasp new concepts.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
38
38
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Educational Assistant
California Resource Services for Independent Living
02.2025 - Current
- Assist clients with daily activities, promoting independence, and overall well-being.
- Develop strong rapport with clients through active listening skills, empathy, patience, and an understanding of unique individual circumstances.
- Empowered students to advocate for their own needs by teaching self-advocacy skills within an inclusive curriculum framework.
- Evaluated instructional materials and resources to ensure alignment with student needs and educational goals.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Increased student independence through the implementation of functional life skills instruction and vocational training programs.
Ringle Tutor
Ringle E-Learning Providers
05.2022 - Current
- Deliver 1:1 remote ESL lessons to Korean business professionals working in Fortune 500 companies via Zoom.
- Provide detailed after-lesson feedback reports regarding student performance and progress.
- Helped Korean business professionals prepare for the IELTS and TOEFL exams by offering mock exams and study guides to ensure a high score.
- Key Achievement: Conducted more than 1,500 lessons with a 95% satisfaction rating.
Intern
Studio 13
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted notable senior designers and illustrators with various personal and campus projects.
- Contributed to the design process by creating thumbnails, mood boards, and slide decks for key stakeholders.
- Assisted in project management with project management tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Microsoft Teams, and Slack, improving the deadline success rate by 25%.
- Collaborated with multiple departments to develop and execute high-functioning designs under tight deadlines.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Key Achievement: Contributed to the development of custom typefaces for a quote mural at the Multicultural Center of Mt.San Antonio College. Utilizing Adobe Illustrator, I designed distinctive typefaces to craft visually compelling designs that highlight and celebrate the diversity of the school's faculty.
Lead Teacher
Learning Tree Academy
12.2023 - 02.2025
- Used a combination of hands-on learning and technology to aid in curriculum comprehension.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Facilitated peer-to-peer learning opportunities within the classroom environment increasing collaboration among students and deepening understanding of material.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Key Achievement: Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success by 30%.
Bilingual Specialist: Methodology and evaluation of English language
BEDA Program, La Salle San Ildefonso
08.2018 - 10.2022
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
- Provided administrative assistance to the Education Department.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Key Achievement: Prepared and assisted in developing the curriculum curated for the Cambridge English Proficiency exam, achieving an overall 95% student pass rate.
Front Desk Receptionist
Animal Dermatology Clinic
02.2017 - 07.2018
- Provided administrative and clerical support.
- Managed a multi-line call center and responded to incoming emails promptly.
- Provided support to veterinary and pharmacy technicians.
- Promptly resolved client inquiries and addressed patient concerns, leading to 75% customer satisfaction according to online Yelp and Google reviews.
- Oversaw front office operations at a fast-paced veterinary clinic, handling a high volume of client interactions, and administrative tasks efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
University of California, Davis
Davis, CA 05.2001 - 01.2016
Post-Graduate Certificate - Graphic Design
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA 05.2001 - 01.2025
Skills
Group and individual instruction
Progress reporting
Curriculum implementation
Adobe creative suite (photoshop, illustrator, dreamweaver)
Graphic design proficiency
Project management assistance
Certification
Graphic Design Level 1 Certificate
Timeline
Graphic Design Level 1 Certificate
05-2025
Educational Assistant
California Resource Services for Independent Living
02.2025 - Current
Intern
Studio 13
11.2024 - 05.2025
Lead Teacher
Learning Tree Academy
12.2023 - 02.2025
Ringle Tutor
Ringle E-Learning Providers
05.2022 - Current
Bilingual Specialist: Methodology and evaluation of English language
BEDA Program, La Salle San Ildefonso
08.2018 - 10.2022
Front Desk Receptionist
Animal Dermatology Clinic
02.2017 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
University of California, Davis
05.2001 - 01.2016
Post-Graduate Certificate - Graphic Design
Mt. San Antonio College
05.2001 - 01.2025
Similar Profiles
Mallory StegmanMallory Stegman
Private Home Caregiver at Independent Living Resource Center IncPrivate Home Caregiver at Independent Living Resource Center Inc
Ashley SchuslerAshley Schusler
Direct Support Professional Caregiver at Independent Living Resource Center IncDirect Support Professional Caregiver at Independent Living Resource Center Inc
Christina DuncanChristina Duncan
Home Health Care Provider at Resource Center For Independent LivingHome Health Care Provider at Resource Center For Independent Living
Keri DorseyKeri Dorsey
Writer at Self Employed WriterWriter at Self Employed Writer
Allen LeeAllen Lee
Independent Reseller at Self EmployedIndependent Reseller at Self Employed