Erika Cortez
Winton
Summary
Outgoing child caregiver with experience, skilled in developing educational activities. Proven ability to monitor behavior and collaborate with parents, enhancing children's social skills. Caring for children while providing encouragement and kindness. Instructor at guiding playtime, leading exercise activities, and teaching rules, In addition a food service worker with good background in customer service, food preparation, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. Knowledgeable in team collaboration, multitasking, and adapting to changing needs. Highly focus on delivering great results and providing reliable support in fast-paced environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
After-School Teacher
Merced River School District
08.2024 - Current
- Worked closely with other staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
- Distributed snacks to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Constructed daily routines and activities to engage children.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
- Guided children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Restocked supplies and personal hygiene products for use by students.
- Managed daily attendance records.
- Assisted with homework completion, ensuring that each student understood the material before moving on to new concepts.
- Coordinated field trips and off-site outings to further enrich students'' educational experiences beyond the classroom setting.
Child Caregiver
Samanthas Precious Angels
02.2019 - 11.2021
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for children.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate educational activities that encouraged learning and creativity.
- Monitored children's behavior, providing guidance to promote social skills and emotional development.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address any concerns effectively.
Food Service Team Member
Tacos Dos Hermanas
05.2013 - 09.2017
- Provided great customer service, staying positive and repeat business.
- Adjusted food preparation methods in accordance with customer requests.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen, dining and service areas.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand.
- Continued cleanliness and organization of food preparation areas to meet health standards.
- Assisted in tracking stock levels and minimizing waste.
- Partnered with team members to efficiently execute high-volume orders during peak hours.
Education
High School Diploma -
Taft High School
Lincoln City, OR08-2013
Skills
- Child supervision
- Activity planning
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Sanitation standards
- Food handling standards
- Dishwashing and sanitization
- Work station sanitation
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
After-School Teacher
Merced River School District
08.2024 - Current
Child Caregiver
Samanthas Precious Angels
02.2019 - 11.2021
Food Service Team Member
Tacos Dos Hermanas
05.2013 - 09.2017
High School Diploma -
Taft High School