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Sophia Salas

Spring Valley

Summary

Culturally responsive professional with extensive experience in community outreach and student support. Expertise in relationship building, event organization, and promoting inclusivity in diverse environments. Demonstrated success in client-facing roles and educational settings, including volunteer work at a food pantry and support for English language learners. Proficient in managing multiple projects and fostering collaboration across teams to create impactful experiences.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Project 1:1- Magnolia Project Food Pantry
Imperial Beach
02.2025 - Current
  • Support San Diego's first people's choice food pantry, reducing food insecurity in South County.
  • Help serve elderly and vulnerable communities, managing high blood sugar and cholesterol.
  • Contribute to outreach efforts and raise awareness of the Magnolia Project's mission.

Teaching Assistant Volunteer

John Adams Elementary & Euclid Elementary
San Diego
02.2024 - Current
  • Support bilingual and ESL students (ages 5-11) in academic, social, and language development.
  • Assist in Math, Social Studies, Reading/Writing, and classroom activities management across K-5 levels.
  • Create stimulating, hands-on activities that promote inclusive, technology-free learning experiences.

Product Expert and Makeup Artist

Shop Good
San Diego
05.2023 - Current
  • Utilize POS systems (WooCommerce, Lightspeed, Shopify) to enhance small business operations and boost efficiency.
  • Promoted to Makeup Artist, deepening understanding of product offerings and clients' needs.
  • Fostered sustainable, trust-based relationships with spa and retail clients, achieving a low return rate of 3.6%, and top-tier UTPs of 2.9.
  • Actively contribute to community outreach and the execution of Shop Good events.
  • Create engaging, on-brand content across TikTok, Instagram, and additional social platforms to increase community engagement.
  • Leverage customer data, purchasing behavior, and product expertise to deliver personalized recommendations that drive upsells, and enhance the customer experience.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish And Cultural Proficiency

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
05-2025

Skills

  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Bilingual communication
  • Customer relationship management
  • Social media marketing
  • Project management
  • Community outreach

Timeline

Volunteer

Project 1:1- Magnolia Project Food Pantry
02.2025 - Current

Teaching Assistant Volunteer

John Adams Elementary & Euclid Elementary
02.2024 - Current

Product Expert and Makeup Artist

Shop Good
05.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish And Cultural Proficiency

San Diego State University
Sophia Salas