Herson Pineda
Atlanta, GA,GA
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience as a Daycare Teacher at The Spanish Preschool, skilled in fostering language development and social skills. Proven ability to enhance student engagement through innovative lesson plans and effective parent communication. Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to child safety ensure a nurturing learning environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Teacher
The Spanish Preschool
Atlanta, GA
05.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans to foster language development and social skills in preschool children.
- Implemented daily routines that promote a safe and nurturing learning environment for students.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address any concerns effectively.
- Utilized bilingual teaching methods to enhance communication among diverse student populations.
- Organized educational activities that encourage creativity, cooperation, and cognitive skills.
- Mentored new staff on classroom management techniques and effective instructional strategies.
- Led initiatives to improve curriculum delivery, resulting in enhanced student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
- Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors among students while minimizing disruptions or conflicts.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Improved classroom management by implementing clear expectations, consistent routines, and age-appropriate rewards systems.
Host/Cashier
Nai Thai Cuisine
Atlanta, GA
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Greeted and seated guests, ensuring a positive dining experience.
- Managed reservation system to optimize seating arrangements and minimize wait times.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to communicate guest preferences and dietary restrictions.
- Assisted in training new hosts on procedures and customer service standards.
- Monitored dining area for cleanliness and organization, enhancing overall ambiance.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.
- Provided exceptional customer service by attentively listening to guest needs and promptly addressing any concerns or issues.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Increased restaurant efficiency by maintaining an organized host stand, including menus, reservation logs, and seating charts.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming atmosphere by quickly addressing spills and resetting tables after guest departure.
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
Cashier
Ponko Chicken
Atlanta, GA
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale system.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to enhance customer experience.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and provided recommendations based on preferences.
- Handled cash register operations accurately, ensuring proper change distribution.
- Collaborated with team members to manage high-volume service during peak hours.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
- Monitored inventory levels, communicated needs to management for timely restocking.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
Education
GED -
Elizabeth Andrew’s Highscool
Atlanta, GASkills
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Strong work ethic
- Child safety
- Problem-solving
- Active listener
- CPR and first aid
- Friendly and likeable
- Approachable
- Parent-teacher communication
- Parent communication
- Social skills development
- Positive role model
- Efficient under pressure
- Behavior modeling
- Conflict resolution
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Daycare Teacher
The Spanish Preschool
05.2024 - Current
Host/Cashier
Nai Thai Cuisine
09.2023 - 11.2023
Cashier
Ponko Chicken
06.2022 - 08.2023
GED -
Elizabeth Andrew’s Highscool