Karima Meskouk
Pinole,CA
Summary
Dynamic educator with experience at YMCA head start, skilled in behavioral assessments and classroom management. Successfully fostered creativity and critical thinking in students, enhancing their confidence. Proven ability to develop strong parent-teacher communication and implement effective activity planning, resulting in a positive learning environment. Committed to student success and team collaboration.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer in Classrooms
Caliber Beta Academy
02.2025 - Current
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Help and explain to students homework assignment.
Associate Teacher
YMCA Head Start.
02.2020 - 08.2024
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering respectful, open communication between students and staff.
- Encouraged creativity and self-expression among students through various art projects and writing assignments, inspiring confidence in their abilities.
- Helped lead teacher set up and manage classroom and outdoor activities.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving activities in the curriculum.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Watched and documented behaviors for use in identifying areas in need of support.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Assistant Manger
Ross Stores
01.2019 - 06.2020
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
Cook's Assistant
Blue Apron Catering
03.2017 - 01.2018
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
- Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
Prep Cook Trainer/Assistant Manager
Jack in the Box
03.2013 - 02.2017
- Increased customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and implementing feedback-driven improvements in recipes or processes.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels, implementing portion control strategies, and utilizing leftovers creatively.
- Assisted in maintaining appropriate inventory levels by conducting regular stock assessments and placing restock orders as needed.
- Facilitated cross-training opportunities for staff members to increase versatility among team roles, resulting in improved flexibility during scheduling or unexpected absences.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to health and safety guidelines for optimal food preparation conditions.
- Contributed to the development of a positive workplace culture by recognizing individual achievements and fostering camaraderie among team members.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
Education
Child Development
Contra Costa College
Richmond, CA08-2020
Skills
- Behavioral assessments
- Classroom management
- Cleaning procedures
- Parent-teacher communication
- Oral communication
- Community service
- Customer service
Certification
California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
Languages
English
Professional Working
English
French
Professional Working
Arabic
Full Professional
Timeline
Volunteer in Classrooms
Caliber Beta Academy
02.2025 - Current
Associate Teacher
YMCA Head Start.
02.2020 - 08.2024
Assistant Manger
Ross Stores
01.2019 - 06.2020
Cook's Assistant
Blue Apron Catering
03.2017 - 01.2018
Prep Cook Trainer/Assistant Manager
Jack in the Box
03.2013 - 02.2017
Child Development
Contra Costa College
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