Nicole Somera
Mountain View
Summary
Dedicated and hardworking student with a proven record of academic excellence, earning a 4.2 GPA in high school and making the Dean’s List in my first quarter of college. Highly motivated and adaptable, I successfully balanced academics with two part-time jobs in high school and continue to maintain a strong work ethic through part-time employment in college. Experienced in teamwork, problem-solving, and quickly learning new skills in dynamic environments. Committed to continuous growth and excelling in both academic and professional settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Gateway Instructor
Movement Climbing
05.2023 - Current
- Supported students in identifying, setting and achieving personal goals.
- Facilitated learning of various self-enrichment topics through detailed lesson plans.
- Worked with fellow teachers to devise and implement support plans to help students excel.
- Worked closely with students and parents to increase positive feedback from parents and boost overall student success.
- Met needs of different students by adapting teaching materials and methods.
Bobarista
Pastel Tea Lounge
05.2023 - 09.2024
- Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
- Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Trained new employees, sharing knowledge of operation
Teacher's Assistant
Gunn High School
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
Volunteer
Sacred Heart Community Service
08.2019 - 04.2023
- Prepared and packaged boxes during box assembly line phase.
- Helped visitors pick out food items from donations.
- Loaded and unloaded distribution trucks at destination.
- Collected donations from local organizations, businesses and residents to increase supplies and meet demand.
- Kept warehouses and preparation areas clean and orderly to limit workplace risk.
Tutor
Monta Loma Elementary
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA06-2028
High School Diploma -
Henry M. Gunn High School
Palo Alto, CA05-2024
Skills
- Interpersonal skills development
- Strong work ethic
- Conflict resolution
- Analytical thinking
- Excellent communication
- Group management
- Creative thinking
- Reliability
Certification
- California Driver's License
- ServSafe Food Handler Certification - National Restaurant Association.
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Gunn High School
08.2023 - 05.2024
Gateway Instructor
Movement Climbing
05.2023 - Current
Bobarista
Pastel Tea Lounge
05.2023 - 09.2024
Volunteer
Sacred Heart Community Service
08.2019 - 04.2023
Tutor
Monta Loma Elementary
08.2019 - 11.2019
- California Driver's License
- ServSafe Food Handler Certification - National Restaurant Association.
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
University of California, Santa Cruz
High School Diploma -
Henry M. Gunn High School
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