Maria Barrios
Whittier
Summary
Hardworking Tutor motivated to transform student's academic lives by implementing successful strategies. Highly-motivated with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Skillfull at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Capable of working independently and efficiently. Experienced in developing interactive and engaging lesson plans designed to capture and hold student attention, while still conveying important course topics. Possesses an excellent ability to relate to students of all ages and backgrounds, enabling students to develop a strong relationship with the tutor.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual K-12 Tutor
Middle Tree
Whittier
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Assisted students with homework and study skills to enhance understanding.
- Facilitated engaging tutoring sessions in various subjects for K-12 students.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to support student learning goals.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback for improvement.
- Maintained a positive and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback on areas of improvement or success.
- Explained difficult concepts in an understandable way for each student's level of comprehension.
- Attended training sessions, enhancing tutoring practices and techniques.
- Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
Teaching Credential Program
San Gabriel Ave Elementary
South Gate
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Created lesson plans to incorporate mandated topics.
- Prepared teaching materials and visual aids to support lesson objectives.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress.
- Led classroom instruction, engaging students through interactive learning methods.
- Used videos, lectures, and discussions to engage students during class.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss students' progress and strategies for improvement.
ESL Tutor
ICC Center Ingles con Conversacion
Huntington Park
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Prepared handouts, study materials and other teaching aids.
- Attended training sessions, enhancing tutoring practices and techniques.
- Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
- Guided students, teaching methods for working assignments and determining correct solutions.
- Reviewed class materials and discussed reading assignments, boosting comprehension.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Urban Learning
California State University - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA05.2024
High School Diploma -
Bell Gardens High School
Bell Gardens, CA06.2019
Skills
- Adapting to Student's Learning Style
- Developing Individualized Lessons
- Building Confidence through Positive Reinforcement
- Individual and Small Group Instruction
- Encouraging and Motivating Students
- Creating Customized Learning Plans
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Dependable and Responsible
- Positive Role Model
- Organization and Planning Skills
- Homework Support and Assistance
- Establishing Learning Goals
- GPA of 3607
Timeline
Bilingual K-12 Tutor
Middle Tree
01.2025 - 05.2025
Teaching Credential Program
San Gabriel Ave Elementary
01.2024 - 06.2024
ESL Tutor
ICC Center Ingles con Conversacion
01.2023 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Urban Learning
California State University - Los Angeles
High School Diploma -
Bell Gardens High School