Celia Pedro
Irvine
Summary
Couple and Family Therapy Student and Full-Time mother offering a strong foundation in child development principles and dedication to advancing knowledge and competence as a mental health professional to offer culturally-sensitive, trauma-informed, and evidence-based therapies to support children and families. Utilizes strengths in research, child-development, empathy, and personal growth as a foundation for further training as a MFT practicum trainee.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Development Teacher
YMCA of Orange County
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Supervised children (transitional kindergarten through fifth grade), ensuring their safety, and fostered a nurturing environment to support social, emotional, and cognitive development
- Collaborated, developed, and implemented age-appropriate curriculum activities for diverse learning styles in the after-school program
- Supported the YMCA site operations, such as performing administrative duties and maintaining health and safety protocols
- Provided 1:1 inclusion and behavioral aide support for children with Down Syndrome, Autism, and ADHD
- Developed strong relationships with families to address individual child needs both at home and in the classroom
Administrative Intern
Anaheim Family YMCA
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Coordinated and organized office supply inventory such as preparing and organizing files and flyers to support internal and external communication
- Implemented data entry and updating spreadsheets to ensure accuracy, timely updates, and confidentiality
- Provided member service support and outreach to resolve issues, enhance satisfaction, and aide in community events
- Supported department heads with phone interviews with applicants' references while accurately documenting interaction details
- Contributed to the creation, preparation, and organization of events, classes, and after-school lesson plans
Education
Master of Arts - Marriage and Family Therapy
Alliant International University
Online06-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Psychological Science, Minor in Social Ecology
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA06.2023
Skills
- Adept at working with special needs children and addressing developmental needs
- Proficient in childcare management software
- Promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development through play-based learning, conflict resolution, and communication with parents and teachers
- Professional correspondence, telephone reception, client relations, and interpersonal communication
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Attention to detail
Certification
Skills for Psychological Recovery: Crisis Intervention – The National Child Traumatic Stress Network – September 16, 2025
Timeline
Child Development Teacher
YMCA of Orange County
07.2023 - 01.2024
Administrative Intern
Anaheim Family YMCA
09.2022 - 12.2022
Master of Arts - Marriage and Family Therapy
Alliant International University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychological Science, Minor in Social Ecology
University of California, Irvine