Araceli Sanchez
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Safety-minded and caring with personality, organizational skills, and attention to detail to care for children of different ages. Reliable individual with flexible schedule and desire to help children reach full potential. Reliable Babysitter with hands-on experience monitoring meal preparation, entertainment activities and homework . Personable, caring and commended for building routines while handling emotional and social needs. Certified in First Aid and CPR. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Babysitter
Self-employeed
The Bronx, NY
06.2016 - Current
- Applied behavioral analysis techniques to reduce behavioral concerns in clients.
- Monitored client progress through data collection and analysis of behavior assessments.
- Instructed caregivers on appropriate methods for responding to challenging behaviors exhibited by individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
- Discussed replacement strategies to increase desired behaviors and transfer skills to family and community providers.
- Eliminated learning gaps and effectively instructed students by developing IEPs, utilizing wide variety of teaching aids and leveraging motivational and implementation strategies.
- Maintained progress notes and documentation for patient health records.
- Completed clinical documentation for caseload, attended psychological evaluations to provide clinical input and maintained open lines of communication with team members.
- Attended workshops and trainings related to the field of Applied Behavior Analysis in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in working with individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
- Conducted consultations to school district and community providers for support for behavioral concerns.
- Implemented positive reinforcement techniques as part of behavior modification programs for clients with autism spectrum disorder.
Recovery
Macys Department Store
Manhattan, NY
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Neatly stored pricing and merchandising materials in stockroom.
- Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
- Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
- Conducted assessments to identify areas of concern or risk factors that could impede recovery efforts.
- Assisted other teammates with additional duties.
- Calculated pricing, applied discounts and collected payments to process transactions.
- Increased purchase totals by recommending additional items based on stated customer preferences and budget targets.
- Stocked merchandise pulled from backroom to keep shelves in stock with proper inventory.
- Returned items to correct location on sales floor following established display requirements for appearance.
CCW
Safe Haven Foster Care Services
The Bronx, NY
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
- Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
- Developed and implemented activities to meet the physical, emotional, and social needs of children.
- Instructed children on good sanitary habits when washing hands, using bathroom or eating.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
- Provided individual attention to each child while encouraging self-confidence through positive reinforcement.
- Updated detailed records for each child with information such as daily observations, meals served and medications administered.
- Dressed children and changed diapers.
- Recorded child behavior, food, and medication information for supervisors.
- Guided children through engaging and productive activities to foster fun learning environment.
- Created lesson plans based on individual learning styles.
- Documented observations of each child's behavior throughout the day.
- Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Utilized problem solving techniques when dealing with challenging behaviors from children.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Observed and monitored children to identify developmental strengths and target enrichment activities.
- Followed strict confidentiality policies when discussing sensitive information about families.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Instructed children in eating, resting and restroom habits.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Supervised and monitored the safety of children in my care.
Cook's Assistant
Wingstop
Manhattan, NY
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Regulated oven, broiler, and roaster operations for cooking at correct temperatures.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Cut or sliced meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
- Verified freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items and rotating stock.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Followed health and safety regulations while handling food and beverages.
- Took temperature of cooked foods to verify they were cooked thoroughly before serving them.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
- Observed and tested foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Ensured that kitchen was kept clean at all times by sweeping floors, washing surfaces.
- Checked the quality of raw materials prior to use in order to ensure freshness of products used.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
Crew Member
Chipotle
Manhattan, NY
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Notified kitchen staff of shortages or special orders, prompting appropriate action and keeping wait times short.
- Stored food in designated areas following wrapping, dating, food safety and rotation procedures.
- Packaged menu items into bags or trays and placed drink orders into carriers.
- Demonstrated proper food safety practices by accurately completing quality control checklist.
- Served food quickly for positive guest experiences.
- Talked pleasantly with customers while taking orders and promoted positive image for business.
- Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Restocked kitchen supplies including food products and utensils.
- Presented orders to guests within anticipated service times.
- Scrubbed and polished counters to remove debris and food.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
- Adhered to health department regulations regarding food handling procedures.
- Answered questions regarding ingredients and preparation techniques to educate customers before placing orders.
- Greeted customers upon arrival, provided menus and answered questions regarding menu items.
Prep Cook
LePain
Manhattan, NY
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Delivered products to customer locations on time.
- Collaborated with cross-functional team to define features and build powerful and easy-to-use products and customer-facing workflow tools.
- Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Diced, chopped, and shredded fresh vegetables for salads.
- Followed recipes accurately to prepare various types of salads.
- Trained new employees on how to assemble different types of salads correctly.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
- Served prepared salads at counters or buffet tables following established portion control procedures.
- Completed efficient store opening and closing procedures each day.
Cook
Sweetgreen
Manhattan, NY
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
- Placed food trays over warmers for immediate service or stored in refrigerated storage cabinets.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Restocked cupboards, refrigerators and service stations with new food items or supplies.
- Maintained accurate logs of all production activities.
- Prepared meats, vegetables or desserts according to orders or instructions.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Trained new employees on the operation of cold press machines according to company guidelines.
- Evaluated raw materials prior to use in production process to guarantee quality standards were met.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
HHA
Ultimate Care
The Bronx, NY
02.2016 - 09.2017
- Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Directed patients in prescribed exercises or in use of braces or artificial limbs.
- Maintained records of patient care, progress or problems to report and discuss observations.
- Checked vital signs on a regular basis such as blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
- Administered prescribed medications under direction from physician.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Instructed family members on how best to provide care for their loved one when needed.
- Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation and shopping.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Babysitter
Marina
Anthony, NM
07.1999 - 11.2001
- Read stories and played alphabet games to promote early literacy.
- Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Provided direct-care services for children of varying ages.
- Completing light housekeeping tasks such as tidying up toys and books.
- Tailoring activities based on the individual needs of each child under care.
- Teaching good manners by setting clear expectations for behavior in various settings.
- Assisting with meals, snacks, and bedtime routines for the children.
- Led hands-on activities consistent with child's interests and skills.
- Assigned age-appropriate chores to encourage self-confidence and responsibility.
- Organized creative activities to develop children's physical, emotional and social growth.
- Establishing trust through consistent communication with both parents and kids.
- Used organization and time management skills to multitask and keep children on set schedules.
Education
GED -
Hostos Community College of The City University of New York
The Bronx, NY06-2020
Skills
- Activity Planning
- Homework Assistance
- Light Housekeeping
- Schedule Management
- Child Supervision
- Behavior Monitoring
- Age-Appropriate Routines
- Following Directions
- Child Safety Procedures
- Keeping Children Safe
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Puzzle and Game Play
- Responsible Driver
- Follows Directions
- Reliability
- Certified in First Aid and CPR
- Giving Medicines As Appropriate
- Emotional and Physical Development Assessment
- Discipline Understanding
- Housekeeping
- Conflict Resolution
- Meal and Snack Preparation
- Behavior Management
- Exercise and Outdoor Activities
- Positive and Professional
Certification
Hostosthe MIgration trauma assessment
- Certificate, identified and reporting child abuse and maltreatment
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Recovery
Macys Department Store
10.2023 - 12.2023
CCW
Safe Haven Foster Care Services
06.2023 - 10.2023
Cook's Assistant
Wingstop
11.2022 - 05.2023
Crew Member
Chipotle
06.2021 - 06.2022
Prep Cook
LePain
03.2021 - 11.2021
Cook
Sweetgreen
06.2018 - 06.2019
Babysitter
Self-employeed
06.2016 - Current
HHA
Ultimate Care
02.2016 - 09.2017
Babysitter
Marina
07.1999 - 11.2001
GED -
Hostos Community College of The City University of New York