Melody Arriaga
LA
Summary
As a dedicated teen volunteer and growing coworker, I excel in event coordination, youth mentoring, community engagement, and childcare. I demonstrate exceptional teamwork and communication with my peers, continuously growing and improving my organizational skills, and cultural awareness. I have proven to be reliable and flexible through impactful project collaboration and volunteer recruitment efforts. I am able to balance both my personal work and group work for the betterment of my coworkers' environment.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
WildLA Intern
Natural History Museum
900 Exposition Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90007 United
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities while maintaining focus on project deliverables.
- Contributed ideas during brainstorming sessions to enhance project outcomes and team effectiveness.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Utilized strong communication abilities during presentations which led to increased understanding among colleagues regarding project goals and objectives.
Church Youth Leader
Light & Life Christian Fellowship
5951 Downey Ave Long Beach, CA 90805 United State
06.2024 - 2025
- Engaged youth by following, implementing, and assisting in creating lesson plans.
- Provided counseling to students with spiritual and personal issues and maintained relationships with students.
- Developed strong connections with youth members by organizing engaging and interactive group activities.
- Collaborated with fellow church leaders to create programs targeting specific needs within the congregation''s youth population.
- Organized large group events such as faith-based outings, fundraisers and sports competitions to integrate youth group and community.
Babysitter
Gwen Baz
2714 Club Drive 90064
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Played games and read books to young children.
- Communicated easily with children and parents.
- Organized and cleaned home after by picking up toys and living space
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Reassures children and provides emotional support and stability.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation
- Specifically worked for date nights
Education
No Degree -
Los Angeles Center For Enriched Studies
5931 W 18th St Los Angeles, CA 90035 United StateSkills
- Flexibility
- Cross-cultural design
- Activity planning
- Youth mentoring
- Cultural awareness
- Project planning
- Event coordination
- Volunteer recruitment
- Church volunteering
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Quick learner
- Goal-oriented mindset
- social skills
- Creative and resourceful
- Public speaking
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Certificate of Completion
Was awarded my certificate of completion by NHM LA county for successfully completing the WILDLA: Exploring Amazing Nature In & Around LA internship.
Timeline
WildLA Intern
Natural History Museum
04.2025 - 07.2025
Church Youth Leader
Light & Life Christian Fellowship
06.2024 - 2025
Babysitter
Gwen Baz
03.2024 - 03.2024
No Degree -
Los Angeles Center For Enriched Studies