Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Kiana Holguin

Cakes by K
LAREDO,TX
1
Certification
6
years of professional experience

Dedicated childcare assistant with expertise in fostering positive relationships and engaging learning experiences. Proven ability in effective communication and teamwork, enhancing child development through tailored lesson plans and collaborative efforts.

Work History

Childcare Assistant Teacher

3 Years 4 Months
Johnsons Daycare | 05.2023 - Current
  • Developed age-appropriate lesson plans that encouraged learning through play and exploration.
  • Facilitated daily activities to promote child development and engagement.
  • Supported classroom management by implementing behavior strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Collaborated with lead teachers to assess student progress and tailor individual learning experiences.
  • Coordinated special events and activities, fostering community involvement and parent engagement in education.
  • Maintained a safe and nurturing environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Assisted lead teacher with snack time, arts and crafts and putting children down for naps.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about daily activities and behaviors.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering trust and collaboration for their child''s development.
  • Collaborated effectively with fellow teachers to share best practices and coordinate activities across classrooms in the childcare center.
  • Was promoted to manager in 2025
  • Mentored junior staff, fostering a collaborative environment to enhance team performance.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.

Owner/Baker

6 Years
Cakes by K | 09.2020 - Current
  • Designed custom cake orders by collaborating directly with clients to understand their vision and preferences.
  • Established and maintained relationships with clients to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow across all baking and decorating processes.
  • Developed marketing strategies that increased brand visibility through social media engagement and local events.
  • Coordinated special events, managing logistics from planning stages to execution for seamless service delivery.

Sales Associate/Cashier/ Customer Service Cashier

9 Months
Ross Dress for Less | 11.2025 - 08.2026
  • Processed transactions accurately and efficiently at point of sale.
  • Assisted customers with product inquiries and maintained high service standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales goals and improve store performance.
  • Organized merchandise displays to enhance customer experience and promote sales.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of sales floor and stockroom areas.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Provided friendly and efficient customer service in a fast paced retail environment.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Texas A&M International University | Laredo, TX | 05.2025

Associate of Science

Laredo Community College | Laredo, TX | 05.2024

High School Diploma

Lyndon B. Johnson High School | 06.2019

Skills

Patience and empathy
Parent communication
CPR certified
Small business operations
Customer relations
Verbal and written communication
Marketing
Teamwork and collaboration
Time management
Problem-solving skills
Multi-tasking strength
Excellent people skills

Certification

CPR Certified

Food Handler

Timeline

Sales Associate/Cashier/ Customer Service Cashier

Ross Dress for Less
11.2025 - 08.2026Read More

Childcare Assistant Teacher

Johnsons Daycare
05.2023 - CurrentRead More

Owner/Baker

Cakes by K
09.2020 - CurrentRead More

Texas A&M International University

Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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Laredo Community College

Associate of Science
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Lyndon B. Johnson High School

High School Diploma
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Kiana Holguin