Ericka Montoya
Germantown,MD
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Kids Instructor
Kids Academy
10.2022 - Current
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured child safety by enforcing rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and promoting positive interactions.
- Fostered creativity and imagination with engaging art projects, sensory play, and hands-on experiences.
- Developed strong relationships with children based on trust, empathy, and understanding of individual needs.
- Assisted in fostering early language acquisition skills through singing songs, reading stories, and conversing with infants regularly.
Cashier Assistant Manager
Pisano's Pizza
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Quickly and accurately counted drawers at start and end of each shift.
- Built positive relationships with customers to increase repeat business.
- Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues and difficult customers.
- Fostered positive work environment by consistently treating all employees and customers with respect and consideration.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
Education
Associate of Science - General Studies STEM
Montgomery College
Germantown, MD05.2024
Skills
- Strong Communication Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Group and individual instruction
- Fast Learner
- Attention to Detail
- Positive Attitude
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Hobbies
On my free time you can find me reading a Nicholas Sparks book, swimming, working out, spending time with loved ones, or spending time outdoors. I also love helping out at my church, I am part of my churches Kids Ministry team as a Nursery teacher assistant.
Timeline
Kids Instructor
Kids Academy
10.2022 - Current
Cashier Assistant Manager
Pisano's Pizza
10.2021 - 05.2022
Associate of Science - General Studies STEM
Montgomery College
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