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John-Paul M.

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Experienced Math Tutor

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About

I have had about two years of experience in tutoring kids of many grade levels at local after-school programs. Although I enjoy various school subjects, math is my favorite because of my love of numbers. Moreover, I get a thrill out of applying problems involving math and numbers to the real world and students' real-life experiences. For example, I figured that several middle school students at one of the organizations I worked for, the Japanese Community Youth Council, enjoyed playing video games, so I occasionally incorporated those into my demonstrations and examples. Additionally, I often worked with students in groups of two to four, and this encouraged collaboration among them. Consequently, the students’ grades increased by at least 25%. Furthermore, towards the close of the 2016-2017 and 2017-2018 school years, the organization rewarded me for my contributions with certificates of recognition. At another program, 826 Valencia, I tutored kids ages 6-16 during the fall 2015 semester, providing another opportunity to engage and collaborate with students. For example, one student needed help with problems related to linear equations. The assignment contained the term “Figure 0”, the latter of which seemed foreign to me. But after I recalled terminology in my high school math classes, both of us were able to determine that Figure 0 was its y-intercept. Overall, I felt proud that I could help a student simplify a challenging concept.

Location

Marina, California, United States

Language

English, Spanish

Timezone

America/Los_Angeles

Levels

Elementary
Middle School
High School

Education

California State University, Monterey Bay

2019 - 2021
Bachelor of Arts, Music
I will begin attending California State University, Monterey Bay in late August 2019.

City College of San Francisco

2016 - 2019
Associate of Science, Film, Television & Electronic Media

City Arts and Tech High School

2012 - 2016

Work Experience

Bempire Radio

June 2019 - present
Audio Editor Intern
Reached longtime listeners of an electronic music podcast by publishing 3-4 episodes on Libsyn monthly. Coded Firebase website featuring podcast episodes.

826 Valencia Tenderloin Center

February 2019 - March 2019
Audio Editing Intern
Edited 30 podcast episodes featuring students' narratives and poems in one month. Applied iZotope RX 5 vocal processor to enhance raw recordings. Occasionally consulted coworkers to improve editing skills.

City College of San Francisco

January 2019 - May 2019
Lab Aide
Delivered about 12-15 audiovisual carts to classrooms weekly to enhance the classroom experience. Lent media equipment to students and staff to enhance classroom experiences. Tested and operated equipment to ensure proper function. Reserved equipment through phone calls and request forms days and weeks in advance. Courteously greeted 5-10 students and staff weekly.

City College of San Francisco

January 2019 - May 2019
Student Advisory Team Member
Shared student experience at deans' meeting. Recommended courses and resources for media and child development degrees at two mapping workshops. Edited monthly newsletter with Communications Team for concision. Photographed campus library and bungalows for report about lack of signage. Discussed potential projects for improving student experiences at Student Advisory Team meetings. Produced three-part podcast discussing effects of taking over 60 units in community college on Pro Tools.

Balanced Breakfast

September 2018 - October 2018
Design/PR/Marketing Intern
Filmed 12 musical acts with a 4K camera at Balanced Breakfast's first annual music festival. Labeled footage based on take quality to streamline workflow. Trimmed and arranged footage on Adobe Premiere Pro into 3.5-minute promotional video for social media. Designed titles on Adobe Photoshop to incorporate motion graphics. Occasionally consulted editing team to improve editing skills.

City College of San Francisco

August 2018 - December 2018
Peer Mentor
Taught audio production skills to 40 students in two diverse classes. Re-learned how to use technology to refresh memory of audio production concepts. Sparked conversations with students to encourage participation in activities. Assisted in nine recording sessions to ensure students applied concepts correctly. Consulted instructors daily to improve teaching skills.

Lowe's

July 2018 - August 2018
Cashier
Operated cash registers and point-of-sale software. Requested backup cashiers to minimize customer wait time. Efficient scanned items while bagging and monitored four self-checkout lanes to prevent shoplifting. Encouraged customers to return by discussing rewards and discounts. Quickened shopping experiences by locating products for customers. Courteously greeted 50 customers daily.

Students Rising Above

June 2018 - August 2018
Peer Mentor
Facilitated discussions of collegiate topics in Zoom hangouts with seven rising freshmen and three advisors.

City College of San Francisco

January 2018 - May 2018
Lab Aide
Delivered about 12-15 audiovisual carts to classrooms weekly to enhance the classroom experience. Lent media equipment to students and staff to enhance classroom experiences. Tested and operated equipment to ensure proper function. Reserved equipment through phone calls and request forms days and weeks in advance. Courteously greeted 5-10 students and staff weekly.

Standard 5 & 10 ACE

September 2017 - January 2018
Cashier
Operated cash registers and point-of-sale software. Requested backup cashiers to minimize customer wait time. Stocked ten inventory totes on shelves daily. Clarified product prices by printing tags with LRT scanners. Created keys with locksmith machinery. Encouraged customers to return by discussing rewards and discounts. Quickened shopping experiences by locating products for customers. Courteously greeted 50 customers daily.

San Francisco Recreation & Parks Department

June 2017 - August 2017
Camp Assistant
Interacted with 1-3 kids with disabilities at Everybody Plays summer camp biweekly. Led occasional art and yoga sessions to spark participation among attendees. Traveled to kid-friendly venues with attendees weekly to encourage exploration of surroundings. Organized activity rooms to maintain cleanliness and safety standards.

Centerplate

March 2017 - September 2017
Cashier
Operated cash registers and point-of-sale software. Prepared food and beverages within 2-3 minutes at concession stands at Oracle Park. Cleaned concession stands to maintain health and safety standards. Courteously greeted 50 customers daily.

Japanese Community Youth Council

September 2016 - May 2018
Lead Tutor
Tutored middle school students, individually and in groups of 2-4, in English and math. Implemented problem-solving strategies to assignments, improving grades by 25%. Moderated local Career Day presentations to ensure timeliness. Discussed tutoring programs with families of prospective sixth graders to encourage enrollment. Organized tutoring center furniture to maintain cleanliness and safety standards. Tracked attendance on Google Sheets.

Vector Marketing Corporation

June 2016 - September 2016
Advanced Sales Representative
Sold $1,734 worth of high-quality kitchen cutlery line Cutco to six customers. Booked 19 sales appointments with 24 clients over the phone. Entered sales data into company website with 100% accuracy.

826 Valencia

September 2015 - January 2016
After-School Tutor
Tutored students ages 6-16, individually and in groups of 2-4, in English and math. Implemented problem-solving strategies to assignments. Presented writing journal prompts contributing to the fall 2015 bilingual chapbook Look Closer/Mira de Cerca. Discussed reading logs with students to increase literacy. Organized tutoring center furniture to maintain cleanliness and safety standards.

San Francisco Recreation & Parks Department

May 2015 - August 2015
Junior Camp Counselor
Interacted with 9-12 kids with disabilities at Everybody Plays summer camp biweekly. Participated in collaborative, inclusive activities alongside neighboring camp. Traveled to playgrounds with attendees weekly to encourage exploration of surroundings. Organized documents and activity rooms to maintain cleanliness and safety standards.

Cartoon Art Museum

January 2015 - May 2015
Bookstore Assistant
Straightened bookshelf products in museum gift shop and bookstore. Directed up to five guests to museum and bookstore weekly.

VICSTAR Productions

February 2010 - present
Musician
Played piano, organ, and drums in 20-25 concerts in the Bay Area, garnering local recognition. Sings tenor vocals alongside gospel singer Victoria Stith and family band God's Anointed Children. Participates in home and studio rehearsals every other month to improve vocal skills. Collaborated with producer David Decuir on eight tracks for Stith's 2014 album I Wanna Thank You Lord.