Elena Farzin-Nia
Mission Viejo
Summary
Qualified California native plant landscaper with solid experience in supporting project tasks and contributing to team goals.
Current student of landscape architecture with foundational knowledge within the field and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
YMCA of Orange
07.2024 - Current
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Intern
Leigh Snow Architects
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
Crew Member
El Pollo Loco
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the register.
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns or issues promptly and professionally.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Landscape Architecture
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA06-2027
Associate of Science - Architecture
Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, CA06-2023
Skills
- AutoCAD
- Rhino
- ArcGIS Pro
- Photoshop
- Illustrator
- InDesign
- Student tutoring
- Classroom support
- Collaborative teamwork
Certification
- California Native Plant Landscaper Program, Chino Basin Water Conservation District - January 25, 2025
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
YMCA of Orange
07.2024 - Current
Intern
Leigh Snow Architects
05.2022 - 08.2022
Crew Member
El Pollo Loco
12.2021 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Landscape Architecture
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Associate of Science - Architecture
Saddleback College
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