Katherine Lima
Summary
Dedicated and flexible professional with experience in childcare and home management, notably with My Grandmother and Sligh Middle Magnet School. Excelled in maintaining safe and organized environments, leveraging skills in home security and problem-solving. Demonstrated ability to improve efficiency and support educational activities, earning trust through reliable and empathetic service.
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Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
House Sitter
My Grandmother
11.2024 - 12.2024
- Communicated with homeowner via phone or text.
- Fed and walked pets, cleaning up after pets indoors and outdoors.
- Secured locks and entryways to prevent unauthorized access by persons not approved by owners.
- Reduced homeowner stress levels by managing daily tasks such as collecting mail, watering plants, and taking care of pets.
- Cared for houseplants by frequently watering during owners' absence.
- Performed light cleaning duties such as dusting, vacuuming, and wiping down bathrooms.
- Brought in mail and newspaper to maintain appearance of activity at client residence.
- Answered telephone and doorbell, took messages, and relayed information to owner.
Babysitter
My Aunt
06.2017 - 06.2024
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Offered emotional support by actively listening to children''s concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
Teacher's Assistant
Sligh Middle Magnet School
02.2022 - 02.2022
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Thomas Jefferson Highschool
Tampa, FL05-2026
Skills
- Phone and email communication
- Decision-making
- Mail handling
- Childcare experience
- Light cleaning
- Home security procedures
- Security awareness
- Bill payment
- Time management
- Safety awareness
- Home organization
- Trustworthy references
- Houseplant care
- Problem-solving
- Flexibility
- Housekeeping
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Video Gaming
- Interior Design
- Music
- Acting and Theater
- Fashion
- Dancing
- Swimming
- Baking
- Gardening
Timeline
House Sitter
My Grandmother
11.2024 - 12.2024
Teacher's Assistant
Sligh Middle Magnet School
02.2022 - 02.2022
Babysitter
My Aunt
06.2017 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Thomas Jefferson Highschool
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