Jayla Torres
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Motivated and adaptable student seeking part-time employment with flexibility in weekend and evening shifts. Proven ability to excel in communication, interpersonal skills, and customer service. Experienced in data entry, money handling, and product knowledge, with a strong commitment to delivering quality work and fostering positive relationships. Known for a solid work ethic, safety-conscious approach, and dependability across diverse tasks. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team while continuing to grow professionally.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitting
Family Friends & Others
Manhattan, New York
01.2015 - 01.2025
- Developed trusting relationships with both parents and children through consistent interaction throughout babysitting engagements.
- Took photos of special moments throughout babysitting sessions.
- Collaborated with parents regarding their expectations from babysitting services provided.
- Followed strict confidentiality guidelines regarding family information shared during babysitting sessions.
- Responded quickly to any emergency situation that may arise during babysitting hours.
- Responsibly watched children while parents were out.
- Engaged in after-school activities by assisting with sports practice and homework assignments.
- Created safe environment for children by removing hazards and developing appropriate boundaries and rules.
- Enforcing discipline when necessary but always doing so calmly and respectfully.
- Assigned age-appropriate chores to encourage self-confidence and responsibility.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Engaging in age-appropriate activities like reading stories or playing games.
- Providing a safe environment for children to explore their curiosity and creativity.
- Helped complete homework, school projects and chores.
- Assisting with meals, snacks, and bedtime routines for the children.
- Instructing children in basic hygiene practices such as brushing teeth or washing hands.
- Maintaining a positive attitude while being patient and understanding with the children.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Organizing playdates with other children and providing supervision during outdoor activities.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Tailoring activities based on the individual needs of each child under care.
- Took children to and from school and extra-curricular activities.
- Led hands-on activities consistent with child's interests and skills.
- Read stories and played alphabet games to promote early literacy.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
Gardener
Family Members
Manhattan
08.2023 - 11.2024
- Maintained lawn and garden areas using mowers, trimmers, and edgers to ensure neat appearance.
- Maintained or repaired tools or equipment for safety and longevity.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.
- Planned and planted flower beds and borders according to customer requirements.
- Collected leaves, weeds and debris from the garden area for disposal or composting purposes.
- Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
- Transported plants and trees to and from planting sites.
- Performed transplanting, cultivating, trimming, fertilization and pruning tasks.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
Camp Counselor
Fresh Air Fund
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
- Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environment by monitoring activity of campers to identify and address behavioral issues.
- Administered first aid and notified emergency medical personnel.
- Managed conflict resolution among campers, promoting a positive and supportive community atmosphere.
- Established and built relationships with campers to ease fears in new environment.
- Facilitated group discussions and reflections, helping campers articulate their experiences and learn from one another.
- Encouraged camper participation in recreational activities through enthusiastic leadership style.
- Implemented behavior management techniques, fostering a respectful and positive environment.
- Assessed needs and interests of individuals and groups and planned activities accordingly.
- Helped campers build confidence and self-esteem through consistent guidance and mentoring.
- Helped participants enjoy activities while ensuring adherence to protocol.
- Led educational workshops on environmental conservation, fostering a sense of responsibility and awareness among campers.
- Coordinated outdoor adventures, including hiking, canoeing, and ropes courses, emphasizing team building and personal growth.
- Managed daily operations of recreational facilities.
- Welcomed participants and directed to assigned areas.
- Managed inventory and maintenance of camp equipment and supplies, ensuring resources were available and in good condition.
- Helped with meal prep for daily meals, following strict sanitation, and food handling guidelines
- Assisted with meal prep for special events including buffets or banquets.
Assistant
Dr. Cathy Ward
Manhattan, New York
- Encouraged and improved cross-department internal communication.
- Reviewed and approved vendor invoices.
- Ensured office equipment was operational, stocked with supplies and maintained in a clean condition.
- Provided assistance with data entry tasks associated with filing processes.
- Archived outdated or expired files for long-term storage.
- Pulled files for staff, management and third-party requests.
- Supervised children aged X-X, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
- Established and maintained safe play environment for children.
- Maintained neat environment by organizing toy bins and bookshelves.
- Provided safe and nurturing environment for children of all ages.
Summer Youth Employee
Summer Youth Employment Program
Manhattan, 10002
- Assisted with setting up technology and equipment for presentations and activities.
- Supervised children during indoor and outdoor activities, outings, and special events.
- Evaluated recreation areas, facilities and services for results.
- Promoted teamwork among the group by leading team building exercises.
- Participated in weekly staff meetings to discuss progress of program initiatives.
- Documented activities and participant achievements for program records and reports.
- Facilitated group games and icebreakers to promote teamwork and inclusivity.
- Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
- Created plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency, costs or profits.
- Led planned group activities following prepared curriculum and program materials.
Education
High School Diploma -
Frederick Douglass Academy III
Bronx, NY06-2025
Health Professions And Human Services
Manhattan, NYSkills
- Research
- Social perceptiveness
- Calm under pressure
- Self-Directed
- Task prioritization
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Cultural awareness
- Verbal communication
- Time management
- Excellent communication
- Leadership
- Written communication
- Team management
- Relationship building
- Drywall installation
- Power tool operation
- Plumbing repairs
- Gutter cleaning
- Locksmith services
- Behavior monitoring
- Routine management
- Overnight care
- Reliability and punctuality
- Personable nature
- Discipline
- Age-appropriate activities
- Homework assistance
- Child monitoring
- Emergency response
- Positive and professional
- Support services
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Office equipment operation
- Online research
- Hygiene maintenance
- Stress tolerance
- Aftercare instructions
- Equipment handling
- Sterilization techniques
- Marketing and promotion
- Body language
- Assertiveness
- Effective questioning
- Persuasive communication
- Quick thinking
- Open-mindedness
- Argument analysis
- Logical reasoning
Timeline
Gardener
Family Members
08.2023 - 11.2024
Camp Counselor
Fresh Air Fund
06.2023 - 07.2023
Babysitting
Family Friends & Others
01.2015 - 01.2025
Assistant
Dr. Cathy Ward
Summer Youth Employee
Summer Youth Employment Program
High School Diploma -
Frederick Douglass Academy III
Health Professions And Human Services