Alyssa Barajas
San Jose
Summary
Proactive and reliable LVN with knowledge and skills in maintaining safe, optimal patient care, medication administration, and patient education. Ability to deliver quality care in a fast-paced setting, a team player, and always ready to learn new things while being exposed to different environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Bowlero
09.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations.
- Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
Teacher, Grade 1
Rocketship Mosaic Elementary School
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Taught the core subject of math.
- Collaborated with colleagues for curriculum development, sharing best practices and creating interdisciplinary units.
- Incorporated social-emotional learning into daily lessons, promoting empathy, self-awareness, and responsible decision-making among students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication to support student success both inside and outside the classroom.
- Enhanced classroom management, establishing a positive learning environment with clear expectations and consistent consequences.
- Utilized formative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly for optimal learning outcomes.
- Implemented hands-on learning activities, encouraging critical thinking skills and fostering creativity among students.
Preschool Teacher
Leslie Family Preschool at the OFJCC
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Fostered safe and inclusive classroom environment, allowing students to express themselves freely and respectfully.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to manage classroom behavior, creating supportive learning environment.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities using the Reggio Emilia approach to engage children and promote learning.
- Facilitated connection with nature through regular educational outdoor excursions, enhancing environmental awareness.
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Barista/Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Trained, scheduled, and supervised barista workers to maintain and uphold store policies and optimize staffing patterns.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, demonstrating empathy while finding solutions in line with company policies.
- Maintained accurate financial records with diligent cash management practices to minimize discrepancies during shift changes.
- Ensured smooth daily operations by maintaining adequate stock levels through regular inventory checks and timely reordering of supplies.
- Fostered a positive work atmosphere with clear communication, teamwork, and proactive problem-solving strategies.
- Built strong relationships with regular customers through attentive service, remembering preferences, and engaging in friendly conversation when appropriate.
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse Certification -
Carrington College
San Jose, CA10-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA12-2022
High School Diploma -
Silver Creek High School
San Jose, CA05-2018
Skills
- Bilingually Fluent: English and Spanish
- Strong Written and Verbal Communication
- Time Management
- Team Leadership and Adaptability
- Cash Handling
- Digital Literacy
- Medication Administration, including insulin and through NG & J Tubes
- Injections
- BLS/CPR/First Aid Certified
- Chart Updating and Maintenance
- Maintain Patient Records
- Vital Signs/Head to Toe Assessment
- Transporting Patients
- Wound Dressing
- Urinalysis and Specimen Collection
Clinical Experience
Vocational Nurse Clinicals: 11/2023 - 10/2024
- Vasona Creek Healthcare Center - Los Gatos, CA (274 Hours)
- Santa Cruz Post Acute - Santa Cruz, CA (252 Hours)
- Grant Cuesta Sub-Acute & Rehabilitation Center - Mountain View, CA (72 Hours)
- Saratoga Pediatric Subacute Center - Saratoga, CA (40 Hours)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Server
Bowlero
09.2024 - Current
Teacher, Grade 1
Rocketship Mosaic Elementary School
07.2023 - 08.2023
Preschool Teacher
Leslie Family Preschool at the OFJCC
06.2022 - 07.2023
Barista/Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
03.2021 - 05.2022
Licensed Vocational Nurse Certification -
Carrington College
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Sonoma State University
High School Diploma -
Silver Creek High School
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