Christina Meza
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in attendance, assessment and grading requirements. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy..To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Renown Child Care
05.2022 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Teacher
The Child Garden At South Meadows
06.2019 - 10.2021
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
Teacher
Kinder Care Daycare
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Strengthened communication skills among preschoolers through daily dialogue practice during circle time sessions.
Casiher
Walmart
03.2018 - 07.2019
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
- Adapted quickly to new technologies implemented at POS systems, ensuring seamless transition periods for both staff and customers.
- Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
- Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures while processing transactions efficiently.
- Exceeded productivity goals through consistent attention to detail and organization during busy shifts.
- Proactively addressed long lines by opening additional registers when necessary, enhancing customer experience.
- Promoted store promotions and incentive programs to increase overall sales revenue.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stock shortages and minimizing wastage.
- Improved transaction speed without sacrificing accuracy by staying up-to-date on product pricing changes.
- Prevented loss by vigilantly monitoring potential theft or fraud situations instore.
- Upsold additional products and services to customers, increasing revenue.
- Developed rapport with regular customers, offering personalized service that fostered brand loyalty.
Lunchroom Aide
Sutton Elementary
08.2017 - 03.2018
- Served as a reliable point of contact between administration, kitchen staff, teachers, parents, and students regarding lunchtime matters.
- Reduced food waste by accurately tracking inventory and adjusting meal preparation accordingly.
- Improved student nutrition by monitoring lunchroom food offerings and making dietary suggestions.
- Ensured student safety during meal times by enforcing lunchroom rules and regulations.
- Promoted healthy eating habits among students through educational presentations and discussions.
- Supported school events such as parent-teacher conferences or open houses by assisting with food service and presenting a welcoming presence.
- Coordinated with cafeteria staff to ensure proper portion control, minimizing waste while meeting nutritional guidelines for students'' meals.
- Facilitated smooth meal service by efficiently distributing food to students in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with school staff to create allergy-aware menus, safeguarding student health and wellbeing.
- Streamlined food distribution process by organizing serving stations for optimal efficiency.
- Supported school initiatives for environmental sustainability through recycling efforts and resource conservation in the lunchroom.
- Managed lunchroom finances by collecting payments, maintaining accurate records, and reporting discrepancies as needed.
- Enhanced cleanliness and hygiene in the lunchroom by implementing proper sanitation procedures.
- Assisted students with special dietary needs, ensuring they received appropriate meals and accommodations.
- Established positive relationships with students, fostering an inclusive lunchroom environment for all attendees.
- Contributed to menu planning, incorporating diverse options to accommodate various cultural backgrounds and tastes of students.
- Assisted in training new lunchroom aides, ensuring they were well-equipped to serve the student population effectively.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities related to child nutrition education or state-specific nutrition requirements updates.
- Maintained orderly lines during busy service periods by managing traffic flow effectively within the space constraints of the lunchroom area.
- Provided exceptional customer service to parents, addressing concerns or questions about school meal programs promptly and professionally.
- Cleaned and sanitized surfaces, tools and equipment.
- Followed all proper handling procedures for prepared foods, ingredients and leftovers.
- Cooked food per recipe requirements in large batches for routine school breakfasts, lunches and special events.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Restocked condiments, beverages and utensils per expected use levels.
- Transported dirty utensils, dishes, and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
- Prepared ingredients and recipe components ahead of time.
Elderly Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care Home
07.2016 - 09.2016
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients in maintaining a safe and clean living environment, promoting health and wellbeing.
- Provided emotional support to seniors, fostering positive relationships and enhancing their overall mental health.
- Enhanced elderly residents'' quality of life by providing compassionate care and assistance with daily activities.
- Observed health status of clients to report changes and unusual occurrences to appropriate medical personnel.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Increased client satisfaction by offering companionship and engaging in meaningful conversations throughout the day.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, providing first aid treatment when necessary and alerting medical personnel if required.
- Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Supported seniors during nighttime hours by providing assistance and comfort, ensuring a restful night''s sleep.
- Improved mobility for elderly individuals by assisting with exercises and physical therapy routines.
- Coordinated closely with family members on updates regarding their loved one''s condition while respecting privacy.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, updating healthcare professionals on any changes or concerns regularly.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Assisted clients with physical therapy exercises to maintain and improve strength, flexibility and balance.
- Managed medication administration for clients, ensuring proper dosages and adherence to prescribed schedules.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements for elderly clients while considering their preferences.
- Administered medications following prescribed instructions to alleviate symptoms and discomfort, monitoring client reactions.
CSA
Bottle Drop Redemption Center
02.2015 - 07.2016
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
- Increased sales through effective product recommendations and upselling techniques.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely replenishment of merchandise.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
Staff for Kids
Boys And Girls Club
06.2012 - 03.2016
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
- Responded sensitively and competently to service customers with diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and attentive customer service, resulting in increased overall satisfaction.
- Greeted clients and guests and assisted with variety of questions to foster exceptional customer service.
- Increased employee productivity by implementing efficient work processes and time management strategies.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures, contributing to a cohesive team atmosphere and improved overall performance.
- Participated in team-building activities to foster teamwork and collaboration.
- Assisted with onboarding new staff members, providing orientation and support.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with colleagues through regular meetings and communication.
- Enhanced team collaboration by fostering a positive work environment and promoting open communication among staff members.
- Collaborated with colleagues on various projects, sharing knowledge and expertise while working together towards common objectives.
- Developed and improved time management and organizational skills to maximise personal productivity.
Crew Member
McDonald's
07.2014 - 02.2015
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the register.
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns or issues promptly and professionally.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- Assisted other team members to achieve goals.
- Maintained high-quality food preparation standards, adhering to company guidelines for safety and cleanliness.
- Helped maintain a clean and welcoming dining area for customers, boosting overall satisfaction during their visit.
- Trained new team members on procedures, customer service, and sales techniques.
- Enhanced team productivity by maintaining a clean and organized workspace for crew members.
- Collaborated with fellow crew members for seamless shift transitions, ensuring smooth operations throughout the day.
- Became familiar with products to answer questions and make suggestions.
- Addressed guest needs, questions, or concerns to create optimum experience onboard.
Front Desk Receptionist
Sleep Inn Hotel And Suites
02.2013 - 05.2014
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
- Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
- Delivered outstanding first impressions by warmly greeting visitors upon arrival at the front desk.
- Managed high-volume phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel for prompt resolution.
- Answered multi-line phone system and transferred callers to appropriate department or staff member.
- Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and professional front desk services.
- Scheduled appointments accurately using reservation software, reducing conflicts or doublebookings.
Cashier
Kohls
10.2013 - 02.2014
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
Education
High School Diploma -
Redmond High School
Redmond, OR06.2012
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
- Behavior Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Growth Mindset
- Public Speaking
- Classroom Instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Student-Centered Learning
- Child Development
- Curriculum Implementation
- Group and individual instruction
- Student assessment
- Small Group Instruction
- Learning Strategies
- Curriculum Development
- Innovative lesson planning
- Positive Reinforcement
- Classroom Organization
- Early Childhood Education
- Activity Planning
- Curriculum Planning
- Age-Appropriate Assessment
- Social Skills Development
- Adept at working with special needs children
- Training in food handling preparation
- Special Needs Support
- Artistic abilities
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Child development expertise
- Schedule creation and maintenance
- Student Records Management
- Supply Management
- Customer Service
- Customer Assistance
- Work Ethic and Integrity
- Patience and Empathy
- Time management skills
- Cash Handling
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Money Handling
- Reliability and punctuality
- Cash handling and management
- Customer Relations
- Cash Register Operation
- Order Taking
- Organizational abilities
- Written and verbal communication
- Professionalism and Courtesy
- Cash Management
- Basic Math Competence
- Cash register systems
- Cash handling expertise
- Payment Processing
- Product restocking
- Conflict Resolution
- Product Knowledge
Timeline
Teacher
Renown Child Care
05.2022 - Current
Teacher
Kinder Care Daycare
10.2020 - 05.2021
Teacher
The Child Garden At South Meadows
06.2019 - 10.2021
Casiher
Walmart
03.2018 - 07.2019
Lunchroom Aide
Sutton Elementary
08.2017 - 03.2018
Elderly Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care Home
07.2016 - 09.2016
CSA
Bottle Drop Redemption Center
02.2015 - 07.2016
Crew Member
McDonald's
07.2014 - 02.2015
Cashier
Kohls
10.2013 - 02.2014
Front Desk Receptionist
Sleep Inn Hotel And Suites
02.2013 - 05.2014
Staff for Kids
Boys And Girls Club
06.2012 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
Redmond High School
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