Caroll Cruz
Western States Lodging
Kaysville,UT
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate professional with experience as a Recreation Director, Paraeducator, and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Skilled in supporting individuals of diverse ages and abilities through education, caregiving, recreational activities, and daily living assistance. Strong background in communication, organization, behavior support, teamwork, and creating safe and inclusive environments. Dependable, patient, and adaptable, with a strong commitment to helping others achieve their personal, educational, and wellness goals.
2
Languages
12
Years of experience
Work History
Recreation Director
1 Year 9 Months- Managed daily activities and programming for Assisted Living and Memory Care residents, fostering higher levels of resident engagement and well-being
- Managed daily activities and programming for Assisted Living and Memory Care residents, enhancing resident engagement and well-being
- Oversaw activity budgets, expenses, and resources, ensuring fiscal responsibility while optimizing program offerings
- Delivered hospitality and excellent customer service to residents, families, and guests, improving satisfaction levels
- Scheduled and coordinated staff, volunteers, vendors, entertainers, and outside providers to ensure seamless event execution
- Controlled activity budgets, expenses, and resources, consistently staying within budget while maximizing program offerings
- Provided hospitality and exceptional customer service to residents, families, and guests, elevating overall satisfaction levels
- Managed multiple schedules, deadlines, and priorities in a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely completion of all activities
- Utilized leadership, scheduling, budgeting, time management, event planning, communication, hospitality, customer service, community outreach, and organization skills to drive program success
Paraeducator, Special Education
6 Years- Provided instructional and behavioral support to students in the classroom and during school activities.
- Assisted teachers with lesson activities, classroom preparation, and individualized student needs.
- Supported students with academic tasks, including reading, writing, math, and assignments.
- Worked with students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning objectives.
- Assisted students with special needs while promoting independence, confidence, and positive behavior.
- Monitored student behavior and followed individualized education plans (IEPs) and classroom behavior strategies.
- Maintained a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
- Communicated regularly with teachers and staff regarding student progress, behavior, and needs.
- Assisted with classroom organization, materials, transitions, and daily routines.
- Provided supervision during lunch, recess, arrival/dismissal, and other school activities.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
4 Years 11 Months- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments and documentation to maintain accurate health records.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing team for timely intervention.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and workplace procedures, fostering a collaborative environment.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Community Partnerships
Event planning
Program scheduling
Program organization
Budget Management
Volunteer Coordination
Event management
Recreational programming
Senior programming
Fitness program development
Team management
Teacher assistance
Behavior improvements
Small group instruction
Classroom management
Progress monitoring
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Recreation Director
Western States Lodging
07.2024 - 04.2026
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Nursa
04.2020 - 03.2025
Paraeducator, Special Education
Granite School District
02.2014 - 02.2020
Hunter HIgh School
High School Diploma