Kara Jones
Woodbridge ,VA
Summary
Proven adaptability and exceptional time management skills showcased through roles at Creative Child Learning Arts Academy and other esteemed organizations. Excelled in volunteer recruitment and customer service, enhancing operational efficiency and client satisfaction. Achieved significant improvements in event setup and activity scheduling, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and a dependable work ethic.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
PWCS
Woodbridge, VA
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness of volunteer center and warehouse areas.
- Sorted and packaged items to be delivered to clients.
- Stocked shelves with donated food items.
- Sorted and organized donations of canned goods, non-perishable food, and other items.
- Monitored expiration dates on food items and removed out-of-date goods.
Babysitter
Self-employeed
Woodbridge, VA
01.2020 - Current
- Organized various activities, games, crafts and outings to keep children entertained.
- Using problem-solving skills to anticipate potential issues before they arise.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Establishing trust through consistent communication with both parents and kids.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Engaged in after-school activities by assisting with sports practice and homework assignments.
- Encouraging healthy physical activity by taking walks together or playing games outside.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and physical books.
- Remaining alert at all times while caring for multiple children simultaneously
Childcare Provider
Creative Child Learning Arts Academy
Killeen , TX
02.2014 - 09.2014
- Ensured cleanliness of classroom areas including toys, furniture, materials.
- Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts and outdoor play.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
- Instructed children on good sanitary habits when washing hands, using bathroom or eating.
- Supported children with special needs, adapting activities to meet diverse requirements.
- Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Engaged in creative play activities that promoted language development, physical activity and problem solving skills.
- Collaborated with the lead teacher to ensure children learned in a nurturing environment while maintaining their safety and well-being.
Cashier
Jerry's Cajun Cafe
Pensacola , FL
11.2013 - 07.2014
- Trained and mentored new cashiers to maximize performance with skilled, efficient and knowledgeable team members.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Processed credit card, cash, and check payments, ensuring all transactions were accurate.
- Processed customer orders and ensured timely delivery to maximize satisfaction.
Education
Associate of Science - General Studies
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX06-2021
Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FLSkills
- Volunteer recruitment
- Activity scheduling
- Adaptability and dependability
- Time management
- Customer service
- Event setup
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Volunteer
PWCS
08.2022 - Current
Babysitter
Self-employeed
01.2020 - Current
Childcare Provider
Creative Child Learning Arts Academy
02.2014 - 09.2014
Cashier
Jerry's Cajun Cafe
11.2013 - 07.2014
Associate of Science - General Studies
Central Texas College
Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Central Florida
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