Maya Alvarado

Maya Alvarado

Student at UC Davis studying psychology. Experience in teaching assistance, tutoring, and community engagement across bilingual settings.

Contact
[email protected]
(669) 232-5352
Location
Sunnyvale, CA
Education
UC Davis (Starting Fall 2026)
De Anza College A.S. in Psychology

Experience

Reading and Writing Tutor & Peer Workshop Leader
De Anza College Writing and Tutoring Center
September 2025 – Present
  • Tutor diverse students across disciplines and abilities with patient, active listening and constructive feedback
  • Manage schedules, track student progress, and explain tutoring center procedures
  • Develop and present workshops to groups of 3–25 students on topics like "Using AI Tools Wisely" and "Anti-Procrastination"
Teaching Assistant
De Anza College, Psychology Department
January 2025 – June 2025
  • Provided academic support by answering student questions and clarifying course concepts
  • Guided students through interpretation of research findings
  • Supported students during poster presentations and research project development
  • Graded assignments accurately and provided timely feedback
Swim Instructor
Santa Clara Swim Club
September 2022 – April 2023
  • Provided swimming instruction to children of varying skill levels
  • Guided students to progress to higher levels of proficiency
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance student learning outcomes

Languages

English

Native fluency. Professional communication and technical writing.

Spanish

Fluent. Community outreach and bilingual support.

French

Fluent. Peer tutoring and academic support.

Leadership & Volunteering

Member & Student Tutor
National French Honors Society
August 2022 – June 2023
  • Tutored peers in lower-level French courses to improve grammar and vocabulary skills
  • Assisted French instructor with reviewing and grading student assignments
Volunteer
Sacred Heart Organization – PASOS
January 2025 – April 2025
  • Collaborated with the team to ensure accurate data collection and follow-up with individuals
  • Conducted phone banking outreach in Spanish to members of PASOS
Volunteer & Greeter
West Valley Community Services
July 2025 – September 2025
  • Facilitated client access to food resources by greeting visitors and guiding shoppers through the pantry process
  • Delivered bilingual assistance (English/Spanish) to enhance accessibility and improve client experience

Skills

Soft Skills

  • Community Outreach
  • Bilingual Communication
  • Teaching & Tutoring
  • Leadership
  • Data Collection & Analysis
  • Research & Writing
  • Customer Service

Technical Skills

  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Canva

Areas of Interest

  • Psychology & Human Behavior
  • Research Methods
  • Education & Learning
  • Community Health

Academic Projects

Sleep Efficiency and Depersonalization Research Poster

De Anza College – Psychology Course

Analyzed a scientific article about sleep quality as a risk factor for depersonalization disorder. Examined data from 100 university students using psychological assessment measures and interpreted correlations between sleep quality, anxiety, depression, and depersonalization symptoms.

Canine Learning and Memory Research Poster

De Anza College – Biology Course

Analyzed behavioral connections between humans and canines in scientific studies. Summarized research on canine cognition and learning processes, presented findings as part of a group academic project, and proposed future research directions.