Candice Underwood
San Dimas,CA
Summary
Seeking a long-term Career in as a sign language teacher that will utilize my knowledge and background and provide opportunities for growth. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer ASL Classroom
Glendora High School
03.2024 - Current
- Teach computer and other skills classes, assist in classrooms, and tutor students.
- Provide feedback to students on their work, give additional help with difficult concepts, and encourage students to ask questions.
- Encourage students to take responsibility for their learning and to help them develop problem-solving skills.
- Use formative assessments such as quizzes, group discussions, and peer reviews to gauge student understanding regularly.
- Implement self-assessment tools so students can reflect on their own progress and identify areas for improvement. Additionally, maintain open communication with students to gather ongoing feedback and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Private Tutor Sign Language
ASLTUTOR4YOU
03.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Met with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition, and review to help students master challenging material.
- Empowered students with essential study skills such as note-taking, test preparation strategies, and effective research methods.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Used flashcards and other techniques to test and improve memory through practiced information retrieval.
- Traveled 60 miles to various locations to provide tutoring sessions to students in need.
Massage Therapist
Burke Williams Day Spa
07.2006 - Current
- Perform relaxation, pregnancy, hot stones, and deep Tissue; customize clients’ preferences for different techniques.
- Provided safe, effective, and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments.
- Ensured client safety by adhering to strict hygienic practices and proper draping techniques.
- Assisted clients in understanding benefits of massage therapy to provided education on self-care techniques.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients through professional communication and follow-up to increase satisfactions and build rapport.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Deaf Studies
Gallaudet University
Washington, DC05.2024
A.A. degree - Sign Language Teacher
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA05.2022
Diploma - Massage Therapist
Bryman College
Ontario, CA08.2005
Skills
- Time management
- Organized
- My whole life, I have spoken ASL fluently
- ASL 1– 4
- Computer skills (PowerPoint, Excel, Microsoft Word, and OneNote)
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Relationship development
- Organization
- Planning and coordination
- Interpersonal skills
- Ability to learn new tasks quickly
Languages
American Sign Language
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Volunteer ASL Classroom
Glendora High School
03.2024 - Current
Private Tutor Sign Language
ASLTUTOR4YOU
03.2022 - Current
Massage Therapist
Burke Williams Day Spa
07.2006 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Deaf Studies
Gallaudet University
A.A. degree - Sign Language Teacher
Chaffey College
Diploma - Massage Therapist
Bryman College
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