Julia Hood
Towson,MD
Summary
Friendly and energetic Child care giver with 5 years of experience in childcare and education. Motivated to help children become happy, healthy and well-behaved. Creative caregiver with proven success working with children to improve behavior and self-esteem.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
After School Teacher
Gilman School
10.2021 - Current
- Observed and monitored children's play activities to promote healthy, safe environment.
- Organized and supervised games and outdoor activities to promote physical, mental and social development in children.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive classroom environment.
- Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
Babysitter
Neighbors, Community Members, Family Members
06.2016 - Current
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to optimize types of stimulation and support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects to promote academic success
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children
- Led activities for over 4 children ages 2 to 11
- Fostered close relationships with children by asking about school, friends and hobbies
- Offered positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth
- Traveled with families to care for children, allowing parents to share private time while giving children fun adventures in diverse environments.
Summer Camp Counselor
Trinity Summer Camp
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching and participating with campers
- Supervised 15-20 kids at a time playing with them inside and outdoors everyday during the week
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social and emotional growth
- Delivered first aid for accidents and injuries in compliance with established procedures to promote campers' well-being and health.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
Restaurant Server
Glory Days Grill
10.2017 - 01.2023
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs
- Checked identification to enforce age regulations for alcoholic beverages
- Trained incoming staff on restaurant's practices, culture, and procedures to maximize job satisfaction and productivity
- Applied communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty
- Stayed up-to-date on menu changes to offer current and accurate information and help customers select optimal meal choices based on individual preferences.
Restaurant Hostess
Bare Bones Bar And Grill
07.2018 - 04.2019
- Governed dining area with natural leadership talents and organizational strategies focused on balancing guest and business needs
- Assisted FOH and BOH staff with preparing for events, coordinating smooth execution to maximize guest satisfaction
- Took reservations by phone and walk-in, keeping scheduling demands and kitchen output in time to avoid overbooking
- Supervised server balance and monitored table turnover to accurately seat customers and keep customers happy
- Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating
- Maintained highly loyal clientele by delivering unparalleled service at every stage of restaurant dining experience.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Towson University
Towson, MD12.2024
Associate of Arts -
Howard Community College
Columbia, MD05.2021
High School Diploma -
Mount Hebron High School
Ellicott City, MD06.2019
Skills
- Child and Adolescent Mentoring
- Activity Scheduling
- Safety measures
- Issue identification and resolution
- Guest Relations Management
- Service Prioritization
- Maintaining safe environment
- Upholding Discipline Rules
- Dependability
- Time management
Honors And Awards
- 2015-2019 Gold and silver honor roll
- Nominee for Congress of Future Science and Technology Leaders
- 2016-2017 Team leader for Mount Hebron Lacrosse
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Summer Camp Counselor
Trinity Summer Camp
06.2023 - 08.2023
After School Teacher
Gilman School
10.2021 - Current
Restaurant Hostess
Bare Bones Bar And Grill
07.2018 - 04.2019
Restaurant Server
Glory Days Grill
10.2017 - 01.2023
Babysitter
Neighbors, Community Members, Family Members
06.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Towson University
Associate of Arts -
Howard Community College
High School Diploma -
Mount Hebron High School
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