Noah Valenzuela
Chula Vista,CA
Summary
Personable and dedicated Project Assistant with self-motivated nature focused on independently handling project and team needs. Highly organized in preparing documentation, schedules and communications.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista
STARBUCKS
08.2021 - Current
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
- Packaged bagels, muffins and other food items for customer purchase.
Project Assistant
San Diego College of Continuing Education
04.2021 - Current
- Used modern office practices, procedures, and equipment, including computer hardware and software.
- Interpreted college requirements for school programs.
- Provided information to students and faculty on program requirements.
- Interpreted and explained policies and procedures, rules and regulations, and laws to the community, prospective students, and other college departments.
- Assisted in the development, preparation, assembly, and distribution of informational materials.
- Performed research, compiled data and prepared technical and/or statistical reports.
- Prepared correspondence and other materials.
- Scheduled and confirmed counseling appointments for students via SARS Admin system.
- Used critical thinking and analytical skills when responding and resolving inquiries/issues submitted by students via JIRA website.
- Completed multiple tasks simultaneously to optimize project completion.
- Trained and provide guidance to fellow NANCE employees.
- Moderated breakout rooms in Zoom for SDCCE’s Virtual Student Success Center.
- Printed out student ID cards
- Provided tours for potential students and donors
- Assisted in the creation, editing, and posting of social media content for the SDCCE Outreach team
- Performed other duties as assigned
Water Safety Instructor
AQUA-TOTS SWIM SCHOOLS
07.2019 - 04.2021
- Instructed students in water safety techniques.
- Demonstrated basic to advanced swim techniques and breathing exercises.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Maintained control and safety of class and kept children in flotation always within arm's reach.
- Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
- Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
- Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
Education
Associate of Science - Cybersecurity
San Diego City College
San Diego, CA12-2021
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Team player
- Safe food handling
- Active listener
- Decision-making
- New hire training
- Multitasking and organization
- Professional demeanor
- Verbal and written communication
- Attention to detail
- Speedy and efficient
- Excellent math skills
Accomplishments
Named one of SDCCE's Unsung Heroes in August, 2025
Timeline
Barista
STARBUCKS
08.2021 - Current
Project Assistant
San Diego College of Continuing Education
04.2021 - Current
Water Safety Instructor
AQUA-TOTS SWIM SCHOOLS
07.2019 - 04.2021
Associate of Science - Cybersecurity
San Diego City College