Luis Pineda

Chicago, Illinois | 773-827-8194|

luispinedda@gmail.com

Career Computer science student with strong leadership experience and a passion for advocacy and student mentorship.
Summary Technical skills include programming in Java, Python, and C, knowledge of data mining techniques, and a solid
understanding of key computer science concepts. Able to communicate technical concepts to a wide audience.

Education DePaul University | Chicago, Illinois | 2015 – 2019

▪ Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
▪ Concentration in Software Development
▪ 3.7/4.0 GPA

Experience DePaul University | Supplemental Instructor | 2017 - Present

Supplemental Instructor for Data Structures & Instructor Mentor
▪ Achieve higher passing rates from students in the Data Structures and Java course by scheduling, planning, and
facilitating weekly collaborative review sessions.
▪ Train and supervise a team of five instructors to assist them in strengthening the execution of their sessions.
▪ Design review material that covers Java programming, analysis of algorithms, sorting algorithms, linked lists, heaps,
and connected components.
▪ Develop mock Java exams for midterm and final review sessions.
▪ Persistently communicate with students and professors by moderating a Slack discussion forum.
DePaul University | Residential Education | 2017 – Present
Resident Advisor
▪ Provide paraprofessional advising to undergraduate students in a residential community of about 500 people by
implementing programs on diversity and inclusion, personal development, relationships, and academic success.
▪ Mediate and provide conflict resolution by facilitating respectful discussions between residents.
▪ Collaborate with a group of 12 other Resident Advisors to effectively execute programming and distribute information
to the community in a timely manner.
▪ Manage and mentor 6 Resident Senators in planning events for the community by acting as a liaison between
Residential Education and Residence Hall Council.
Loyola University | Target New Transitions | 2016 – 2017
Academic Coach
▪ Aided at-risk high school freshmen with transitioning into a new environment by implementing transitional activities
aimed towards their academic, social and emotional needs.
▪ Actively shared knowledge and expertise to ensure student success by two letter-grades for those who attended
more than six sessions.
▪ Utilized strong oral and written communication to reinforce student understanding of Algebra and basic writing skills.
▪ Mentored high school freshmen to equip them with tools to thrive and pursue higher education.

Skills ▪ Fluent in Spanish and English

▪ Programming Languages: Python, Java, C, Scala, Pascal, MySQL
▪ Software & IDE’s: Adobe Premiere, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SPSS, Eclipse
▪ Experience in Data Mining and Data Analysis techniques

Relevant Data Structures, Computer Systems, Database Systems, Concepts of Programming, Languages, Discrete Mathematics,
Courses Introduction to Datamining, Applied Networks & Security, Technical Writing & Communication, Public Speaking,
Introduction to Compiler Design, Analysis of Algorithms