Alyssa Vigilante
Corona,NY
Summary
Enjoying being around people, particularly in a childcare setting, and having a kind-hearted and patient nature makes working with children an absolute joy. Always striving to do better and correcting oneself when needed is a trait that aids in daily and work life—possessing leadership, responsibility, friendliness, and ambition further aid these efforts. Being an organized and dependable candidate and successfully managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude is a strength. Taking on added responsibilities to meet team goals is always an option. Strong organizational skills enable managing numerous projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Family Friends House
03.2017 - Current
- Checked homework and assisted with schoolwork and studying to bolster academic aptitude.
- Engaged with children, providing nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth.
- Cleaned and tidied living room and kitchen after activities to maintain safe, accessible area.
- Kept environments safe and removed hazards.
- Cared for children aged 1-5, including tasks such as feeding, dressing and directing activities.
After-School Counselor
Maspeth Town Hall Inc, New York
04.2022 - Current
- Organized fun and educational activities to enhance students'' creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Enhanced student participation by incorporating interactive activities and group projects into the after-school program.
- Built productive, lasting connections with individual students.
- Led new staff in guidance activities in classrooms and small group settings.
- Provided homework assistance to students, reinforcing concepts learned during the school day.
- Trained new after-school counselors in program policies and procedures, ensuring consistency in quality of care across all staff members.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Forensic Psychology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice of The City University of New York
New York, NY05.2026
High School Diploma -
Francis Lewis High School
Fresh Meadows, NY06.2022
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Working collaboratively
- Reliability
- Follows directions
- Emotionally supportive
- Patience and Empathy
- Activity Coordination
- Attendance recordkeeping
- Coordination and Teamwork
- Child Safety
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Group leadership
Timeline
After-School Counselor
Maspeth Town Hall Inc, New York
04.2022 - Current
Babysitter
Family Friends House
03.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Forensic Psychology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice of The City University of New York
High School Diploma -
Francis Lewis High School