Jai Sperrazza
Meriden,CT
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Dunkin Donuts
Baskin Robins
06.2009 - 11.2009
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Companion and Homemaker
Companion And Homemaker
06.2007 - 06.2008
- Managed medications accurately according to prescribed schedules, ensuring proper dosages were administered for optimal results.
- Promoted a sense of belonging for clients by engaging them in meaningful conversations about their lives, hobbies, or experiences.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment by performing light housekeeping tasks routinely.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing compassionate care and companionship.
- Washed floors, vacuumed and disposed of garbage.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times, acting as a consistent and reliable source of companionship for clients.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Wallingford Community Day Care Center
Day Care
03.2006 - 09.2007
- Organized field trips to enhance the learning experience, connecting classroom lessons to real-world examples.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
Dunkin Donuts
Baskin Robins
03.2005 - 11.2005
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
Human Services/Social Work
Central Connecticut State University
06.2010
Associate of Science - Human Services
Gateway Community College
New Haven, CT06.2007
High School Diploma -
Mark T. Sheehan High School
06.2005
Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Dependable and Responsible
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- Decision-Making
Timeline
Dunkin Donuts
Baskin Robins
06.2009 - 11.2009
Companion and Homemaker
Companion And Homemaker
06.2007 - 06.2008
Wallingford Community Day Care Center
Day Care
03.2006 - 09.2007
Dunkin Donuts
Baskin Robins
03.2005 - 11.2005
Human Services/Social Work
Central Connecticut State University
Associate of Science - Human Services
Gateway Community College
High School Diploma -
Mark T. Sheehan High School