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Cristina Lopez

Henderson

Summary

Dynamic Academy Operations Coordinator with a proven track record at Kiddie Academy of Henderson, excelling in process implementation and staff supervision. Enhanced operational efficiency through strategic scheduling management and employee development, fostering a high-performance culture. Adept at customer relations, ensuring satisfaction while maintaining a nurturing learning environment for children.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Academy Operations Coordinator

Kiddie Academy of Henderson
08.2025 - Current
  • Collaborated with area managers to evaluate needs and optimize operational plans.
  • Maximized resource utilization by monitoring staff schedules and allocating tasks.
  • Streamlined operations by implementing efficient processes and procedures.
  • Provided direction and guidance to internal teams in order to achieve targets.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Serve as a liaison between families and the center; address parent concerns and provide updates.
  • Use software platforms for reporting, parent communication, and classroom updates.
  • The Academy Coordinator is responsible for the daily operations, curriculum oversight, staff support, and overall coordination of educational programs within a child care center or early learning academy. This role ensures that the learning environment is safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate for children while supporting teachers and staff to deliver high-quality care and education.

Nutrition Assistant

Kiddie Academy of Henderson
07.2024 - 07.2025
  • Increased kitchen productivity through effective time management and multitasking abilities during peak hours.
  • Upheld high standards of food quality through careful selection of ingredients from reputable suppliers and vendors.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment by adhering to strict health and safety guidelines.
  • Collaborated with fellow kitchen staff for seamless meal preparation and timely service delivery.
  • Played a key role in maintaining a well-organized kitchen workspace conducive to efficient food preparation processes.

Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom

Kiddie Academy of Henderson
07.2023 - 07.2024
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences, and direct personal communication.
  • Enhanced children''s cognitive development by implementing age-appropriate and stimulating activities.
  • Coordinated special events such as holiday celebrations and parent-teacher conferences, enhancing community engagement within the school setting.
  • Integrated creative arts into daily curriculum to promote self-expression and enhance fine motor skills development among students.
  • Dressed and changed infant and toddler diapers to maintain hygiene.
  • Maintained detailed records of each student''s progress through ongoing observation and documentation processes, enabling data-driven decision-making regarding instruction techniques.
  • Established strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open lines of communication regarding student development and concerns.
  • Led professional development workshops for fellow teachers on best practices for early childhood education, promoting collaboration within the teaching team.

Assistant Teacher

Kiddie Academy of Henderson
12.2022 - 07.2023
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
  • Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
  • Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.

Supervisor

Redwood Restoration Inc.
07.2020 - 07.2022
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.

Clerk

Tricap International LLC
12.2018 - 06.2019
  • Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks, ensuring timely completion of each assignment.
  • Reduced errors in data entry by carefully inputting information into computer systems with attention to detail.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by promptly answering inquiries and providing accurate information.
  • Managed incoming calls professionally, directing callers to appropriate personnel or taking detailed messages when necessary.
  • Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
  • Maintained filing system and organized customer documents for easy retrieval of information.

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Tricap International LLC
09.2018 - 11.2018
  • Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
  • Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
  • Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
  • Reduced shipping errors through meticulous inspection of outgoing packages and double-checking labels.
  • Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions.
  • Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.

Production Worker

Tricap International LLC
04.2018 - 08.2018
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Met or exceeded daily production targets consistently through efficient task execution and effective time management skills.
  • Performed routine quality checks on finished products, ensuring adherence to company standards before shipping out units.

Assistant Project Manager

Therapak
07.2011 - 08.2014
  • Assisted in the successful completion of projects by coordinating tasks, monitoring progress, and maintaining documentation.
  • Ensured client satisfaction through consistent communication, providing updates on progress and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Planned, monitored and analyzed project costs to meet financial goals.
  • Managed subcontractor relationships effectively to ensure quality workmanship within deadlines and budgets.

Accounting Assistant

Therapak
09.2009 - 06.2011
  • Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
  • Managed high-volume invoice processing tasks while consistently meeting tight deadlines for vendor payments.
  • Expedited invoice processing with effective communication between internal departments and external vendors.
  • Processed credit card payments and reconciled credit card statements for accuracy in accounting process.

Production Worker

Therapak
07.2009 - 08.2009
  • Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
  • Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
  • Maintained cleanliness of workstations, contributing to a well-organized work environment for increased productivity.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.

Education

Child Development Associate -

University of Nevada
Henderson, NV
12-2023

Apple Valley High School
Apple Valley, CA
06-2009

Skills

  • Scheduling management
  • Customer invoicing
  • Process implementation
  • Supply ordering
  • Administrative management
  • Payroll administration
  • Project management
  • Customer relations
  • Management
  • Data analysis
  • Staff supervision
  • Employee development
  • Human resources

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of 30 staff members.
  • Customer Relations - Earned highest marks for customer satisfaction, company-wide.
  • Telephone Service - Professionally processed 80+ calls per day, providing information and service to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Customer Follow-up - Ensured that customers were satisfied with company products and services by doing purchase follow-up calls.

Certification

CPR

Child Development Associate

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Academy Operations Coordinator

Kiddie Academy of Henderson
08.2025 - Current

Nutrition Assistant

Kiddie Academy of Henderson
07.2024 - 07.2025

Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom

Kiddie Academy of Henderson
07.2023 - 07.2024

Assistant Teacher

Kiddie Academy of Henderson
12.2022 - 07.2023

Supervisor

Redwood Restoration Inc.
07.2020 - 07.2022

Clerk

Tricap International LLC
12.2018 - 06.2019

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Tricap International LLC
09.2018 - 11.2018

Production Worker

Tricap International LLC
04.2018 - 08.2018

Assistant Project Manager

Therapak
07.2011 - 08.2014

Accounting Assistant

Therapak
09.2009 - 06.2011

Production Worker

Therapak
07.2009 - 08.2009

Child Development Associate -

University of Nevada

Apple Valley High School