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Juana Martinez

Brownsville,TX

Summary

Outgoing child caregiver with experience caring for children while providing encouragement and kindness. Expert at guiding playtime, leading exercise activities, and teaching rules. Creative planner with gift for keeping children engaged long-term with fun activities. Caring and competent Childcare Provider experienced in keeping kids safe while nurturing development with age-appropriate activities. Strong verbal and written communication skills, organized nature, and proactive approach to solving problems and managing conflict. Resourceful with experience in providing quality care to children of all ages. Skilled in creating age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, emotional and social development.

Work History

Child Caregiver

A World Of The Adventures Academy
Brownsville, Texas
04.2019 - 07.2023
  • Working with children of all Ages, Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • 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.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Improved communication skills by engaging children in age-appropriate conversations and active listening.
  • Collaborated with parents to develop individualized care plans addressing specific needs of their children.
  • Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
  • Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
  • Established daily routines to provide structure and predictability for children under care.
  • Developed fine motor skills with hands-on activities such as arts and crafts or puzzles.
  • Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
  • Created a safe environment through routine inspections of play areas, toys, and equipment for potential hazards.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Created and implemented activities to promote language development.
  • Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
  • Fostered emotional development by providing support, guidance, and encouragement during challenging situations.
  • Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
  • Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
  • Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
  • Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
  • Documented children's growth and development.
  • Promoted healthy habits by encouraging regular exercise, outdoor play, and nutritious meals.
  • Assisted with homework completion, reinforcing subject matter comprehension and academic success.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
  • Liaised with parents and guardians to discuss child progress.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
  • Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
  • Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
  • Ensured child safety through diligent supervision and adherence to established protocols.

Home Health Caregiver

Monarca Health Care
Brownsville, Texas
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and preserving dignity.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
  • Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings.
  • Provided assistance to clients by handling household cleaning duties, managing schedules, and transporting to and from medical appointments.
  • Coordinated meal planning efforts based on dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring proper nutrition intake for all assigned clients.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
  • Addressed emergency situations promptly and effectively while adhering to established protocols for crisis intervention and escalation when necessary.
  • Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
  • Managed scheduling conflicts efficiently while prioritizing patient needs, ensuring consistent provision of essential services.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive day-to-day care.

Cook's Assistant

Browne Early Head Start/ Head Start
Brownsville, Texas
08.2024 - Current
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Prepped ingredients using blenders, mixers and slicers to achieve recipe requirements.
  • Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
  • Monitored food quality and temperature for safe consumption.
  • Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
  • Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
  • Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.

Custodian

Browne Road Early Head Start/ Head Start
Brownsville, Texas
08.2024 - Current
  • Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
  • Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
  • Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.
  • Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
  • Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
  • Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
  • Enhanced cleanliness and safety by regularly sanitizing high-touch surfaces.
  • Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
  • Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
  • Upheld high standards of cleanliness in outdoor spaces through regular trash removal, sweeping, and landscaping duties.
  • Ensured a healthy learning environment with thorough daily cleaning of classrooms, restrooms, and common areas.
  • Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
  • Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
  • Deep cleaned or replaced flooring, performing stripping, sealing and finishing tasks.
  • Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
  • Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
  • Assisted in inventory management to ensure adequate supplies were always available for custodial needs.
  • Cleaned equipment and machinery to maintain in optimum working condition.
  • Maintained cleanliness in high-traffic areas, contributing to positive public image of facility.
  • Streamlined communication with management regarding maintenance needs, leading to quicker resolution times.
  • Fostered positive relationships with building occupants, enhancing cooperation in maintaining clean environment.
  • Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
  • Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
  • Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
  • Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.

Education

High School Diploma -

South Texas Leadership Center, Brownsville, TX
03.2024 - 10.2024

Skills

Patience and understanding

CPR training

Activity Planning

Age-Appropriate Activities

Diaper changing

Positive Reinforcement

Schedule Management

Outdoor Play Supervision

Motor Skills Development

Meal Preparation

Child Safety Awareness

Homework help

Activities leadership

Bilingual communication

Child development knowledge

Personal Hygiene Assistance

Childcare

Safety understanding

Behavior management techniques

Care management

Child Development

Group leadership

Friendly and Respectful

Punctual and Reliable

Child development support

Child Safety Procedures

Child Safety

Microsoft Office

Observing and Monitoring Behavior

Conflict Resolution

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Cook's Assistant - Browne Early Head Start/ Head Start
08.2024 - Current
Custodian - Browne Road Early Head Start/ Head Start
08.2024 - Current
South Texas Leadership Center - High School Diploma,
03.2024 - 10.2024
Home Health Caregiver - Monarca Health Care
01.2024 - 06.2024
Child Caregiver - A World Of The Adventures Academy
04.2019 - 07.2023

Work Availability

monday
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Juana Martinez