Alexandro Collings-Rico
Portland
Summary
I am an enthusiastic, empathetic and community driven individual with experience in a variety of professional settings. My multicultural background and immersion in national and state politics has fostered an ability to work in many environments and get along with a wide variety of people. My background in childcare and the food industry has provided me with the tools to approach even high stress situations with leveled pragmatism while still remaining open and empathetic.
My love of theatre and the arts only feeds my diverse skill set more and further helps create community and interest in any job I may find myself in. In a workplace I most appreciate transparent communication, community and a sense of purpose in the work.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Monitor
French International School of Oregon
11.2022 - Current
- Monitored classrooms and recreational activities to ensure safety and facilitate communication with teachers to intervene with student issues.
- Located online resources and found and ordered materials for extended learning activities.
- Created curriculums for a variety of age groups from Preschool-8th grade in a variety of topics from cartooning-preschool mixed media.
- Built leadership skills in leading vacation and summer classes for a variety of ages and in a variety of subjects.
- Gathered a variety of certificates through online and in person classes to meet DELC specifications and expand a childcare strategy toolset.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure allergy needs were met when assisting with and providing lunches, serving milk and providing snacks to students.
- Followed first aid skills and guidelines in and outside of the classroom to ensure student safety.
- Engaged with teachers with an open mind for feedback to ensure adaptability in the classroom and tailoring skills for an array of children with varying needs.
- Helped teachers execute lesson plans and maintain a safe and clean learning environment.
Food Service Worker
Mama Baldacci's
09.2022 - 10.2022
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to enhance service.
Camp Counselor
Breakwater School
08.2022 - 08.2022
- Worked with children of varying ages in a variety of subjects.
- Built leadership skills working in tandem with Counselors in Training.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
- Helped plan a wide range of activities throughout the day and assisted teachers in achieving their lesson plans.
Line Cook
The Woodlands Country Club
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Prepared multiple orders with accuracy during busy rushes in the snack shack and important events in the main kitchen.
- Maintained friendly and appropriate communication with guests to provide optimal service.
- Kept pantry and fridges stocked to ensure efficient service.
- Built leadership skills in divvying up tasks to ensure orders were being completed as efficiently as possible.
- Ran a variety of kitchen tasks including grilling, deep frying, prepping and keeping kitchen sanitized and appliances clean.
- Ensured food safety.
Shift Leader
The Holy Donut
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Arrived alone first thing in the morning to open the shop: Preparing cash drawers, getting the barista station up and running, preparing a variety of food for the day and a variety of general tasks ensuring an efficient up and running shop at open.
- Unutilized a variety of barista skills to make drinks in calm and high traffic times of the day.
- Managed a team of employees, taking into consideration strengths and weaknesses in different aspects of keeping the shop running.
- Managed inventory.
- Executed a variety of cleaning tasks to ensure a strong pre-close and close for the day.
- Trained new hires in skills, food handling and safety protocols for the barista station and the shop in general.
Camp Counselor in Training
Breakwater School
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Led children in a variety of ages through a variety of camp activities.
- Assisted teachers and counselors in mainlining safety and executing a daily lesson plan.
- Helped plan activities on a day to day to ensure variety and engagement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Portland High School
Portland, ME05-2020
Skills
- Excellent communication
- Activity and curriculum planning
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Classroom management
- Proficient fluency in Spanish
- Experience in political campaign work providing a variety of fleshed out people skills
- Proficiency in a variety of artistic fields including music and theatre
- A variety of certificates in early childhood education
- A multicultural background providing an empathetic, community driven world view
Certification
- Food Handlers Card
- First Aid and CPR training
- A variety of Early Childhood Development training certificates
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Songwriting
- Playwriting
- Improv and theatre
- Game design
- Visual Art
- Film and Literature
Timeline
Student Monitor
French International School of Oregon
11.2022 - Current
Food Service Worker
Mama Baldacci's
09.2022 - 10.2022
Camp Counselor
Breakwater School
08.2022 - 08.2022
Line Cook
The Woodlands Country Club
05.2022 - 07.2022
Shift Leader
The Holy Donut
05.2021 - 02.2022
Camp Counselor in Training
Breakwater School
06.2017 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Portland High School