Cristina Westry
Holyoke,United States
Summary
Creative daycare worker with several years of hands-on experience supervising children in safe, educational learning environment. Communicative and punctual individual versed in organizing fun activities, preparing nutritious meals and developing routines and schedules. Compassionate team player commended for excellent patience and strong sense of responsibility.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Housekeeper
Mount Holyoke College
South Hadley, MA
08.2018 - 11.2024
- Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
- Reported any maintenance issues or damage to supervisors immediately.
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
- Requested maintenance orders to fix non-working equipment and address room damage.
- Rendered detailed and timely cleaning services while working in fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Used cleaning chemicals following proper guidelines.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Childcare Assistant
Tiny Tikes Daycare
Holyoke, MA
06.2013 - 12.2017
- Maintained safe play environment.
- Dressed children and changed diapers.
- Supported children's emotional and social development with one-on-one attention.
- Collaborated with other daycare assistants to create a cohesive and supportive team environment.
- Instructed children in eating, resting and restroom habits.
- Prepared and served nutritious meals and snacks in accordance with dietary guidelines.
- Responded promptly to incidents or emergencies according to established protocols.
- Updated detailed records for each child with information such as daily observations, meals served and medications administered.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Assisted in developing and implementing daily activities that support children's physical, emotional, and intellectual growth.
- Read stories, sang songs and taught basic skills such as color recognition and counting numbers.
Customer Service
McDonald's Restaurant
The Bronx, NY
01.2002 - 12.2012
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
- Counted and balanced cashier drawers.
- Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure amounts were correct.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
Education
GED -
Holyoke Community College Adult Learning Center
Holyoke, MASkills
- Bilingual (reading and writing)
- Customer Service Rep (Cashier, Answering Phone Calls with Customers)
- Supervising experience
- Computer Operator (Word, Windows, Excel, and Intel
- Childcare Experience
- Managing inventory
- Maintenance (cleaning)
Certification
- Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED
Timeline
Housekeeper
Mount Holyoke College
08.2018 - 11.2024
Childcare Assistant
Tiny Tikes Daycare
06.2013 - 12.2017
Customer Service
McDonald's Restaurant
01.2002 - 12.2012
GED -
Holyoke Community College Adult Learning Center