Cynthia Padilla
Canyon Country,CA
Summary
Proficient Program Leader with over five years of experience in educational settings. Known for exceptional teamwork and problem-solving abilities, successfully implementing tailored programs that enhance student participation and promote positive behavior.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Leader
Think Together
09.2020 - Current
- Led daily after-school activities, fostering student engagement and participation.
- Developed and implemented educational programs tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with staff to create a safe, inclusive environment for all participants.
- Trained and mentored new program leaders, enhancing team performance and cohesion.
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for events, ensuring smooth execution of activities.
- Managed conflict resolution among students, promoting positive behavior and peer relationships.
- Created fun, age-appropriate activities for school-age children.
- Monitored student safety while conducting indoor or outdoor activities.
- Assisted students with homework completion, providing individualized support and guidance as needed.
- Managed behavioral issues and used positive behavior strategies for groups of up to 30 students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child''s progress and involvement in the program.
- Supervised up to 40 students during outdoor exercise periods, monitoring group, and individual safety.
- Scheduled mini-lessons, art projects, and unstructured playtime for school-age children.
- Collaborated with school staff to ensure smooth transitions between daytime classes and after-school activities.
Cafeteria Clerk
Fenton Primary Center
03.2018 - Current
- Count meals efficiently, ensuring accurate meal distribution for students and staff.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of cafeteria space to enhance dinning experience.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to plan daily menus according to dietary guidelines and student preferences.
- Monitored inventory levels, facilitating timely reordering of supplies to prevent shortages.
- Cleaned and sanitized surfaces, tools, and equipment.
- Supervise students during
Caregiver
Tender Touch Homecare
08.2005 - 03.2020
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to address unique needs of each child.
- Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, and therapists to ensure cohesive support strategies.
- Monitored daily activities to promote social skills, emotional growth, and developmental milestones.
- Assisted special needs students with daily tasks, fostering independence and selfconfidence.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques tailored to individual children''s needs, resulting in reduced disruptive behaviors.
- Safeguarded the well-being of all children by diligently observing safety protocols and promptly addressing potential hazards in the environment.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Encouraged outdoor exploration through nature walks or visits to local parks while discussing environmental awareness topics relevant to their age group.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
Education
High School Diploma -
San Fernando High School
San Fernando, CASkills
- Relationship building
- Activity planning
- Program activities
- Issue resolution
- Classroom management
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Parental communication
- Self motivation
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Program Leader
Think Together
09.2020 - Current
Cafeteria Clerk
Fenton Primary Center
03.2018 - Current
Caregiver
Tender Touch Homecare
08.2005 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
San Fernando High School