Stephanie Rocha
Gilroy
Summary
Professional educator with solid history of enhancing student learning through personalized tutoring strategies. Proven ability to adapt teaching methods to meet individual student needs and foster collaborative learning environment. Committed to achieving results through teamwork and flexibility.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Tutor
California Mini-Corps
Oroville, CA
11.2025 - Current
- Assisted students in understanding complex subjects through tailored tutoring sessions.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student comprehension and retention.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify areas of improvement for individual students.
- Provided feedback on student progress, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
- Provides academic, social-emotional, and bilingual support to first and second grade students from diverse backgrounds, including immigrant families.
Peer Mentor
Gavilan College
Gilroy, CA
09.2021 - 08.2024
- Facilitated peer support sessions to enhance student engagement and academic success.
- Developed and implemented workshops on study skills and time management strategies.
- Collaborated with faculty to identify at-risk students and provide tailored resources.
- Assisted in creating informative materials for student orientation programs.
- Mentored new peers, fostering a supportive community among students.
- Encouraged mentees to develop strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Met mentee formally, informally, in-person and virtually to offer support.
- Facilitated peer-to-peer academic support sessions, enhancing student engagement and retention.
Education
Bachelor - Psychology
California State University, Monterey Bay
Seaside, CA05-2026
Associate Degree - Psychology
Gavilan College
Gilroy, CA05-2024
High School Diploma -
Ocean Grove Charter School
Placerville, CA05-2019
Skills
- Study strategies
- Concept clarification
- Scientific inquiry
- Effective questioning techniques
- Strong communication skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Time management
- In-person tutoring
- Peer mentoring
- Team collaboration
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Student Tutor
California Mini-Corps
11.2025 - Current
Peer Mentor
Gavilan College
09.2021 - 08.2024
Bachelor - Psychology
California State University, Monterey Bay
Associate Degree - Psychology
Gavilan College
High School Diploma -
Ocean Grove Charter School