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Gladys Ruiz

Richmond,CA

Summary

Organized head custodian with successful history of managing competing priorities and meeting challenging performance targets. Works well under pressure to complete physically-demanding work. Safety-oriented team player with strong attendance record. Reliable head custodian dedicated to maintaining cleanliness and upkeep for facilities and rooms. Skillful in quickly preparing rooms for guests, monitoring grounds for general repairs. Positive and energetic professional comfortable working with minimal supervision. Reliable and honest head custodian skilled in maintaining clean and orderly interior and exterior building spaces. Careful in managing every cleaning task, including floors, bathrooms, trash removal and use of cafeteria, with diligence. Custodian adept at completing work orders efficiently and on time. Identifies and reports safety hazards and major repair needs to department supervisors. Smoothly complete daily routes by using excellent multitasking and planning abilities. Competent team player with physical strength to lift heavy loads over extended time periods. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Custodian

West Contra Costa Unified School District
03.2021 - Current
  • Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets during summer time.
  • Order and stocked inventory throughout facility.
  • Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
  • Organized daily cleaning schedules for night custodian.
  • Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
  • Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
  • Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
  • Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
  • Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
  • Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
  • Emptied trash cans during breakfast and lunch time, wipe down tables, sweep and mop floors.
  • Moved furniture for deep cleaning every room, restroom, and entire school for stripping and waxing floors.
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in classrooms by vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, mopping and/or spot mopping.
  • Reported vandalism or other damage to Principal.
  • Open gates and doors around premises at certain times and as needed.
  • Placed work orders in for any repairs of building.

Night Custodian

West Contra Costa Unified School District
01.2016 - 03.2021
  • Emptied trash cans, sweep and mop or spot mop floors in classrooms and administration building.
  • Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
  • Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
  • Kept building spaces premises clean inside.
  • Reported damages and hazardous conditions to head custodian and principal for further action.
  • Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
  • Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisors.
  • Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
  • Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
  • Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in classrooms and offices.
  • Identified repair needs and major maintenance concerns, and escalated issues to supervisors.
  • Promoted building security by locking doors and keeping building supervised at all times.
  • Used hand trucks or manually lifted supplies, equipment and heavy furniture during summer time deep cleaning.
  • Deep cleaning classrooms and administration building, moving furniture, stripping and waxing floors.
  • Placing back furniture and prepare school for the return of principal, teachers and staff.
  • Powered washed outside of school.


SMILE Program 1:1 Paraprofessional

West Contra Costa Unified School District
04.2007 - 06.2015
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
  • Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
  • Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
  • Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
  • Laminated teaching materials to increase durability under repeated use.
  • Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
  • Helped with diapering and toilet training.



Paraprofessional

West Contra Costa Unified School District
10.2006 - 06.2015
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
  • Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
  • Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
  • Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
  • Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
  • Liaised one-on-one with learners to provide additional support tailored to specific learning needs.
  • Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
  • Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
  • Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
  • Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
  • Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.
  • Maintained classroom equipment and work area to promote safe learning environment and meet mandated requirements.


Attendance Clerk

West Contra Costa Unified School District
10.2004 - 12.2005
  • Pleasantly greeted all office visitors and asked open-ended questions to determine needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of all absences, truancy issues and disciplinary actions.
  • Input daily attendance information into office database for [Number]-student school.
  • Called parents and guardians to inquire about late or truant students.
  • Developed exceptional time management, relationship building and organizational skills from working in busy school setting.
  • Operated telephone systems to answer and route incoming calls along with taking and delivering messages.
  • Prepared files for archiving and exchanges, tracking file movement and history.
  • Composed correspondence to internal and external parties as requested.
  • Answered queries by locating and retrieving necessary files.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

Education

No Degree -

Contra Costa College
San Pablo, CA

Skills

  • Work Orders
  • Leaf Blowing
  • Room Setup and Breakdown
  • Detailed Instruction
  • Facility Maintenance
  • Supplies Delivery
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing
  • Attention to Detail
  • Inventory Restocking
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Conscientious and Detail-Oriented

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Head Custodian

West Contra Costa Unified School District
03.2021 - Current

Night Custodian

West Contra Costa Unified School District
01.2016 - 03.2021

SMILE Program 1:1 Paraprofessional

West Contra Costa Unified School District
04.2007 - 06.2015

Paraprofessional

West Contra Costa Unified School District
10.2006 - 06.2015

Attendance Clerk

West Contra Costa Unified School District
10.2004 - 12.2005

No Degree -

Contra Costa College
Gladys Ruiz