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Karina Hendren

San Mateo,CA

Summary

Seeking a Preschool Aide Position for San Carlos Unified School District. I am bilingual and skilled in creating engaging activities, fostering emotional intelligence, and ensuring child safety. I am ready to bring warmth, creativity, and structured support to any early childhood educational environment.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Representative

Pottery Barn
Palo Alto, CA
11.2024 - Current
  • Assisted customers with product selection and provided knowledgeable recommendations.
  • Processed sales transactions accurately and efficiently at the point of sale.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.

Caregiver

Jo Childcare Services
Foster City, CA
03.2025 - 06.2025
  • Planned engaging activities to foster learning and creativity.
  • Monitored children's activities to ensure safety during playtime.
  • Assisted with bedtime routines such as bathing, changing clothes or reading stories.
  • Assisted children with daily routines and personal hygiene tasks.

Caregiver

Katerina Tikhomirova
Danville, CA
10.2023 - 04.2024
  • Assisted children with daily routines and personal hygiene tasks.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress.
  • Encouraged positive behavior and development through consistent guidance.
  • Monitored children's activities to ensure safety during playtime.

Teacher Aide

Redwood Christian School
Castro Valley, CA
08.2014 - 05.2016
  • Supported students with individualized learning activities and classroom tasks.
  • Monitored student behavior and facilitated a positive learning environment.
  • Communicated effectively with students, parents, and staff regarding student needs.
  • Supervised children and participated with them in activities.

Preschool Aide

Child Day School
San Ramon, CA
08.1994 - 06.1997
  • Supervised children during playtime to ensure safety and engagement.
  • Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and classroom events regularly.
  • Engaged in positive interactions with children throughout the day by playing games or reading stories together.
  • Helped children learn basic skills such as counting, colors, shapes, reading readiness.

Education

High School Diploma -

San Leandro High School
San Leandro, CA
06-1991

Skills

  • Excellent bilingual communication
  • Skilled in creating age-appropriate activities
  • Experienced in teaching social skills
  • Creative teaching methods
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with school professionals
  • Strong time management skills
  • Effective classroom organizational skills

Timeline

Caregiver

Jo Childcare Services
03.2025 - 06.2025

Sales Representative

Pottery Barn
11.2024 - Current

Caregiver

Katerina Tikhomirova
10.2023 - 04.2024

Teacher Aide

Redwood Christian School
08.2014 - 05.2016

Preschool Aide

Child Day School
08.1994 - 06.1997

High School Diploma -

San Leandro High School
Karina Hendren