Arabella Madrid
Summary
Experienced, helpful, genuine, empathetic, understanding and great rapport with various ages of individuals, which includes Special Needs children and adults. My brother was born with Down Syndrome, and I am extremely knowledgeable, and have first hand experience on how to be creative, manage, have patience and adapt to produce a positive outcome. I am outgoing, enjoy volunteering and have experience helping non-profit organizations with daily tasks and needs. I am friendly, helpful and approachable when assisting employees, visitors and any individuals in general. I am driven by a cause to work diligently to accomplish a measurable impact. I am very organized, dependable and successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. I am certainly willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. I believe in having a pleasant, friendly, helpful and professional demeanor while executing daily tasks and when assisting employees and visitors requesting services. I am driven by cause to work diligently to accomplish a measurable impact.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Angel Baseball Leagues/Special Olympics Practices
- Gained knowledge and experience working with children in educational setting.
- Built trust and rapport with students through positive reinforcement and strong communication skills.
- Gave one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
- Liaised one-on-one with learners to provide additional support tailored to specific learning needs.
Babysitter
Joanne McFarland
06.2022 - Current
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
Pet Sitter
Joanne McFarland
05.2022 - Current
- Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Cleaned out and scooped litter trays and food and water bowls to provide clean environment for pets.
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
- Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
- Attended consultations and met with pets and pet guardians to obtain guidelines and protocol for care.
Teachers Assstant/Volunteer for Special Needs Team
Sideline Cheer
06.2018 - 12.2021
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Taught choreography and cheer dance classes for special educational students.
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
- Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
- Provided constructive corrections to encourage students to learn steps and improve dancing.
- Monitored student behavior to identify potential issues and address problems appropriately.
- Tailored each class to meet student needs and abilities and allow dancers to progress at comfortable pace.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business
Collin College
Wylie, TX05.2025
High School Diploma -
Sachse High School
Sachse, TX05.2023
Skills
- CPR/BLS Certified
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Excel Certified
- Microsoft Certified
- Positive Communication Skills/Soft Skills
- Power Point Presentations
- Coping Techniques
- Manages Time effectively
- Ability to prioritize
Timeline
Babysitter
Joanne McFarland
06.2022 - Current
Pet Sitter
Joanne McFarland
05.2022 - Current
Teachers Assstant/Volunteer for Special Needs Team
Sideline Cheer
06.2018 - 12.2021
Volunteer
Angel Baseball Leagues/Special Olympics Practices
Associate of Arts - Business
Collin College
High School Diploma -
Sachse High School
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