Melanie Barrera-Contreras
Davis,CA
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager (Expanded Learning / After School)
Sacramento Chinese Community Service Center (SCCSC)
Sacramento, CA
07.2025 - Current
- Lead daily operations of an expanded learning program, supervising up to 15 Team Leaders.
- Manage staff timecards, approvals, onboarding, and orientations
- Coordinate student enrollment, track attendance, and monitor program participation and retention.
- Communicate with parents and stakeholders to support student success and engagement.
- Collaborate with Coordinator and Elk Grove Unified School District to ensure compliance with program goals, policies, and regulations.
- Assist with program planning, budgeting, and implementation of site activities.
- Support, train, and evaluate staff to promote strong performance and leadership.
- Interview and evaluate Team Leader candidates for district programs.
- Maintain a safe, organized environment and address student behavior using positive reinforcement strategies.
Outreach and Engagement Intern
CA Mobility Center
Sacramento, CA
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Led office hours to organize and update participant case files with accuracy and confidentiality.
- Contacted participants to provide job search support, resume assistance, and program follow-up.
- Supported enrollment in workforce training programs, including Forklift and OSHA certification courses.
- Assisted staff with daily administrative tasks, reducing workload and improving overall program efficiency.
- Gained hands-on experience in workforce development, participant engagement, and program facilitation.
- Strengthened communication, organization, and professional support skills in a fast-paced environment.
Anti-Human Trafficking Caseworker Intern
International Rescue Committee
Sacramento, CA
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Supported Anti-Trafficking program outreach and community trainings to raise awareness and connect individuals to services.
- Assisted with case management, including client needs assessments and coordination of housing, healthcare, and other essential resources.
- Provided Spanish interpretation to improve communication between clients and caseworkers.
- Shadowed caseworkers during client calls and supported accurate documentation of case notes.
- Conducted research to identify and compile local resources for clients’ basic needs.
Teaching Assistant
Korematsu Elementary School
Davis, CA
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Provide assistance to 4th grade students in specific subjects or courses, conduct one-on-one or group tutoring, and assist with understanding course content, solving problems, and improving study skills.
- Offer support and guidance to fellow student facing academic or personal challenges.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Community and Regional Development
University of California, Davis
Davis, CA06-2025
Dual Enrollment -
Hartnell College
Salinas, CA05-2019
Skills
- Bilingual [Spanish]
- Project Coordination
- Microsoft Office and Google Suite
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Case management
- Community outreach
- Staff development
- Customer service
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Program Manager (Expanded Learning / After School)
Sacramento Chinese Community Service Center (SCCSC)
07.2025 - Current
Outreach and Engagement Intern
CA Mobility Center
09.2024 - 06.2025
Anti-Human Trafficking Caseworker Intern
International Rescue Committee
08.2024 - 06.2025
Teaching Assistant
Korematsu Elementary School
08.2023 - 06.2024
Dual Enrollment -
Hartnell College
Bachelor of Science - Community and Regional Development
University of California, Davis