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Carmen Torres

Fair Lawn,United States

Summary

Motivated business professional bringing more than 10 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Provider

The Peanuts Bunch Childcare
2018.05 - Current
  • Selected appropriate stories based on ages of children and teachable moments, read to groups and promoted discussions based on content.
  • Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
  • Observed children to proactively identify issues with emotional or physical development and worked with parents and supervisors to address concerns.
  • Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
  • Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.

Owner/Operator

Bless Couture
2012.02 - Current
  • Empowered customers to make informed decisions by educating on product and service offerings and current industry trends.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Enhanced product awareness by taking pictures of new and available product offerings and posting to company's website and media accounts.
  • Provided outstanding coaching to employees to boost productivity.
  • Studied market to determine optimal pricing of goods and services and to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
  • Provided financial management through preparation of bank deposits and settlement of sales, returns and transaction reports.
  • Reconciled daily sales, returns and financial reports in QuickBooks.
  • Achieved sales goals and increased revenue and profits through productive strategy development and organizational leadership.
  • Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
  • Created comfortable and inviting boutique environment to make customers feel welcomed and happy to make purchases.

Education

Bachelor Of Arts - Business Communications

Baruch College of The City University of New York
New York, NY
12.2018

Associate Of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education

Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York
New York, NY
01.2012

Skills

  • Play-Based Learning
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Class Reading
  • Industry Trends
  • Customer Demographics
  • Consumer Buying Habits
  • Product Marketing
  • Broadcast Media
  • Blog Posts
  • Inventory Control Processes
  • Issue Resolution

Certification

  • Child Development Associate (CDA) -2019
  • Licensed Child Care Provider - 2018

Timeline

Provider

The Peanuts Bunch Childcare
2018.05 - Current

Owner/Operator

Bless Couture
2012.02 - Current

Bachelor Of Arts - Business Communications

Baruch College of The City University of New York

Associate Of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education

Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) -2019
  • Licensed Child Care Provider - 2018
Carmen Torres