Kathryn Loera
Memphis,TN
Summary
I am a dedicated, hard worker. I am a fast learner and eager to help where needed. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Experienced with various cooking techniques and kitchen operations. Utilizes culinary skills to create flavorful and visually appealing dishes. Knowledge of food safety practices and efficient kitchen workflows.
Dedicated Teaching Assistant focused on supporting faculty with classroom needs. Successful at maintaining clean and organized supplies, planning activities and leading field trips. Excellent tutor, record keeper, and multitasker.
Dedicated and mindful Teaching Assistant offers passionate and informed support for students and staff. Experienced interpersonal communicator addresses unique queries within educational settings and accommodates staff curriculum requirements.
Compassionate DSP assists elderly or disabled clients and patients from hospices or recovery centers. Observes and reports on patient status, cleans and organizes living quarters and provides companionship. Demonstrated knowledge of vital sign reading and proper aseptic and infection control policies.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook/Customer Service
Tops Bar-B-Q Inc
07.2009 - 05.2013
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
Janitor
ServiceMaster
08.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Improved facility cleanliness by performing daily maintenance tasks, such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
- Reduced the spread of germs by sanitizing high-touch surfaces such as doorknobs and handrails.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
Teacher Assistant
SRVS Kids-Play Do Learn Preschool
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Working with child and give lot of love and care
- Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication about student progress and areas for growth, ultimately contributing to improved home-school partnerships.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining open lines of communication with students, parents, and staff.
- Supported the lead teacher in developing curriculum materials, ensuring alignment with state standards and educational objectives.
- Assisted students with special needs in achieving academic success through individualized instruction and personalized support strategies.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through problem-solving activities and group collaboration exercises.
Lead Teacher
YMCA
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Care and teaching 3
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
Teacher
Cornerstone Learning Center
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
DSP (Direct Support Professional)
Shelby Residential and Vocational Services (SRVS)
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Adapted support approaches based on individual client preferences, fostering increased trust and rapport over time.
Housekeeping
The Clean Team
08.2014 - 03.2017
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by ensuring thorough cleaning and timely room turnovers.
Education
general -
Kingsbury High School
05.2014
No Degree - Early Learning And Child Care
Kingsbury Teach School KTC
Memphis05-2003
Skills
- Custodial experience
- Cash register
- Special Needs
- Cleaning Experience
- English
- Materials handling (3 years)
- Restaurant experience (5 years)
- Classroom Management
- Childcare
- Cleaning (2 years)
- Experience with Children
- Early childhood education
- Special Education
- Experience working with students
- Driving (5 years)
- Special education
- Lawn care
- Warehouse experience (3 years)
- Organizational Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Infant care
- First aid
- Basic math (10 years)
- Childhood development
- Home health
- Toddler Care
- Employee relations
- Classroom management
- Assisted living
- Toddler care
- Bus driving - Bus driving experience (Less than 1 year)
- Commercial cleaning
- Computer skills (5 years)
- Janitorial experience (1 year)
- Customer service (5 years)
- Windows
- Sales
- Babysitting
- Baking
- Cashiering
- Cooking
- Meal preparation
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Frying
- Knife skills
- Supply restocking
- Grilling
- Sauce making
Certification
- Driver's License
- CPR/First Aid April 2021 to April 2023
- F Endorsement
Languages
Spanish - Beginner
Timeline
Janitor
ServiceMaster
08.2024 - Current
Lead Teacher
YMCA
10.2023 - 01.2024
Teacher
Cornerstone Learning Center
02.2022 - 05.2023
Teacher Assistant
SRVS Kids-Play Do Learn Preschool
03.2021 - 03.2022
DSP (Direct Support Professional)
Shelby Residential and Vocational Services (SRVS)
05.2018 - 03.2020
Housekeeping
The Clean Team
08.2014 - 03.2017
Cook/Customer Service
Tops Bar-B-Q Inc
07.2009 - 05.2013
general -
Kingsbury High School
No Degree - Early Learning And Child Care
Kingsbury Teach School KTC
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