ANDREA BARRERA CRUZ

Hard-Working College Student focused on Natural Sciences, dedicated in engaging within the scientific research field, particularly in the area of Neuroscience. EFL Tutor with experienced in ensuring success of english students. Skilled at providing feedback on individual progress of students and discussing specific needs. Writing Tutor at the Writing Success Center at Pasadena City College motivated to support students and always ready to build confidence and skills in struggling learners.

• IELTS Academic - Overall Band Score 7.5 (C1)
• Certified EFL Tutor for Young Learners and Adults, [Peruvian American Cultural Institute - Oct 2021]
• DELF A1 - Note Finale 90.50 [République Française - Oct 2021]
• B2 First - Score 171 [Cambridge Assessment English]
• C1 Advanced - Score 196 [Cambridge Assessment English]
• Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets- Intermediate Level [Institute of Informatics of the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru - Mar 2021]

• Second Prize Awarded Winner in the category of Grade 8 Large Group in the 2018 Space Settlement Design Contest (Sponsored by NASA Ames Research Center) (2018)
• Action and Service Recognition Award; Recognition of her solidarity and commitment to the community of Lima, Peru (Awarded By Mater Admirabilis - IB School For Girls) (2019)

08/2023- Current

Writing Sucess Center Tutor (Pasadena City College)

In my role as a Writing Success Center tutor, I assist students in improving their writing skills, navigating alongside them issues that could conflict with their essays such as poor thesis development, incorrect formatting and citations, and lack of organization and writing flow. I strive to help students become confident and independent writers

• Harvard Leadership Luncheon

I was selected to participate in a luncheon sponsored by the Harvard Latino Alumni Alliance and Pasadena City College's Transfer Center. There, I engaged in a personal development leadership workshop, interacted with Harvard alumni, and learned about their success strategies. This experience gave me insight into excelling in my future career.

• Womxn to Womxn Club Member

At Pasadena City College, I participate in weekly meetings which provided a safe space for women of color to share their lives, build relationships, have a voice, and empower self-identified women of color.