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Languages
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Jenny Avila Geronimo

Battle Creek

Summary

Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Criminal Justice with background of Political Science and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. I can demonstrate strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Daycare Teacher

Little Monarchs Bilingual Daycare Development center
11.2023 - 10.2025

At Little Monarchs Bilingual Daycare, we cherish every child's unique qualities. The program focuses on helping each child grow socially, emotionally, physically, and mentally at their own pace. We're dedicated to creating a secure and engaging space where kids can explore, discover, create, and develop a lifelong love for learning.


  • Collaborated with parents to understand their child's unique requirements and provide regular updates on progress
  • Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, behavior incidents, milestones achieved, and parent communication
  • Created a safe and nurturing environment for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, and social well-being
  • Provided individualized attention to each child's needs, fostering their cognitive, physical, and social growth

Internship

Kent County Juvenile Detention Center
01.2025 - 04.2025
  • This internship focuses on working closely with juveniles in a community service program.
  • Providing an opportunity to guide and support them as they work toward positive change
  • Small counseling meetings, where we discuss their challenges, progress, and goals. These sessions will also extend to their parents, fostering collaboration and creating a unified approach to addressing the youth's needs.
  • Internship involves administrative responsibilities, such as filling out essential paperwork to document progress and ensure program compliance.
  • Communication plays a significant role, as we will make phone calls to parents, guardians, and other stakeholders to provide updates, share concerns, and coordinate meetings.
  • Participating in council meetings with just the juveniles, allowing us to focus on their perspectives and work on building trust, accountability, and personal growth. These interactions will help us understand their unique situations and tailor guidance accordingly

Office Assistant

GVSU
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Included greeting customers and making the office feel like a welcoming environment. I was in charge of answering phone calls and sending emails if needed for any upcoming meetings. As I also was in charge of making appointments with students and their advisors.
  • Managed and organized office supplies, ensuring efficient inventory levels and timely reordering
  • Scheduled and coordinated meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for executives
  • Assisted in the preparation of reports, presentations, and correspondence by gathering data and formatting information
  • Handled incoming calls, took messages, and directed inquiries to appropriate staff members
  • Managed email correspondence by responding to inquiries promptly and forwarding important messages to relevant parties

Education

Paralegal Studies -

Thomson Reuters
Remote
01-2026

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
05-2026

High School Diploma -

Calhoun Area Career Center
Battle Creek, MI
06-2021

High School Diploma -

Battle Creek Central High School
Battle Creek, MI
05-2021

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Office experience
  • Organizational skills
  • Classroom experience
  • Computer skills
  • Supervising experience
  • Child safety
  • Strong work ethic
  • Problem-solving
  • Conflict resolution
  • Professionalism
  • Communication skills
  • Generating marketing materials
  • Social media management
  • Microsoft
  • Time management
  • Mentoring

Certification

  • CPR Certification, 2023-11-01, 2025-12-01, Licensed by the state to perform CPR if necessary while on duty for childcare
  • AED Certification, 2023-11-01, 2025-12-01

Languages

Spanish
Fluent
English
Fluent

Groups

GVSU law, 2025-01-01, A student organized group discussing political matters and supporting law school information, Informational meetings with different law schools, LSAT prep, Study tables

Relocation Preferences

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • Muskegon, MI
  • Kalamazoo, MI

Personal Information

  • Availability: Grand Rapids, MI - Muskegon, MI - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
  • Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Internship

Kent County Juvenile Detention Center
01.2025 - 04.2025

Daycare Teacher

Little Monarchs Bilingual Daycare Development center
11.2023 - 10.2025

Office Assistant

GVSU
10.2021 - 05.2022

Paralegal Studies -

Thomson Reuters

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Grand Valley State University

High School Diploma -

Calhoun Area Career Center

High School Diploma -

Battle Creek Central High School