Amanda Soto
West Haverstraw,NY
Summary
Highly motivated and dependable employee with a strong work ethic and a passion for supporting others. Skilled in childcare assistance, customer service, and maintaining organized, smooth-running environments. Adaptable, quick to learn new skills, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Known for strong interpersonal communication and the ability to handle responsibilities with professionalism and care
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teachers Aide
Head Start Program
Haverstraw, New York
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted with classroom organization and maintained a clean and safe learning space.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Maintained clean, well-kept classroom to encourage children to create, explore and play with confidence.
- Organized student performance and enrichment activities to facilitate learning.
Therapy Aide
Helen Hayes Hospital
West Haverstraw, NY
12.2021 - 04.2024
- Assist therapists with preparing and transferring patients
- Prepare supplies and equipment for therapy session
- Cleaning equipment before and after each session
- Contact doctor offices for therapists and collect fax documentations
- Contact patients when needed for therapists
- Scan documents into computer when needed
Flex Associate Seasonal
Target
Spring Valley, NY
11.2020 - 02.2021
- Select items for Digital Guest Orders
- Properly prepare, pack and sort guest orders
- Meet guest order promise times
- Support Guest Service
Housekeeper
Marian Shrine and Retreat House
Thiells, NY
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen area
- Set up and break down of dining area
- Making beds and changing linen
- Vacuuming and cleaning carpets and rugs
- Sweeping/vacuuming, polishing, and mopping hard floors
Recreation Attendant
Bowline Point Park
West Haverstraw, NY
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Aids in cleaning the park and pool area
- Deals effectively with public
- Perform other tasks as needed
Education
High School Diploma -
North Rockland High School
Thiells, NYSkills
- Customer Service
- Answering Phones & Front Desk Support
- Interpersonal & Communication Skills
- Active Listening
- Organization & Time Management
- Adaptability & Reliability
- Classroom Support
- Child Supervision & Safety Awareness
- Assisting with Lesson Plans and Activities
- Guiding Children Through Routines
- Creative Activity Planning (crafts, sensory play, literacy activities)
- Team Collaboration with Teachers and Staff
Timeline
Teachers Aide
Head Start Program
11.2024 - Current
Therapy Aide
Helen Hayes Hospital
12.2021 - 04.2024
Flex Associate Seasonal
Target
11.2020 - 02.2021
Housekeeper
Marian Shrine and Retreat House
09.2019 - 03.2020
Recreation Attendant
Bowline Point Park
06.2019 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
North Rockland High School