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Kiara Hills

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Being a Stay-at-home mom has been the longest, most challenging/demanding job. Given ample opportunities to grow skills quickly and adapt to the ever-changing environment. Regulating schedules, cooking meals and housekeeping being consistent daily tasks. Care-giving, nurturing, and cultivating an environment to raise independent, motivated and thoughtful children at the forefront and priorities as parents.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Stay at Home Mom

Self-employed
City, STATE
01.2011 - Current
  • Scrubbed bathrooms, removing soap scum, mold and excess dirt from sinks and shower area.
  • Vacuumed carpeted areas and mopped solid surfaces with proper chemical solutions.
  • Performed frequent inspection and maintenance
  • Took rugs and mats outside to remove dust and dirt.
  • Responded to emergency cleaning
  • Performed daily dusting, leather and wood surface polishing and wall washing.
  • Removed trash bags, broke down boxes and placed recyclable materials in designated disposal areas.
  • Collected trash from floors within hallways, bathrooms and work areas.
  • Restocked supplies
  • Sanitized frequented areas and equipment using approved supplies.
  • Cleared snow, leaves, trash and debris from steps, walkways and areas around building entrances and exits, maintaining cleanliness and appearance of premises.
  • Dusted interior furniture, exhibit cases, pictures and frames, chairs, trim and light fixtures, using long handles and ladders to clear cobwebs from high places.
  • Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
  • Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
  • Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
  • Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
  • Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
  • Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
  • Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
  • Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
  • Utilized active listening skills to quickly resolve problems and escalated larger issues.
  • Mediated between family members to facilitate conflict resolution and build healthy family relationships.
  • Volunteered at local community organizations, providing assistance with day-to-day operations

Volunteer Activities Coordinator

Fowler Elementary School District
Phoenix, AZ
11.2018 - 04.2020
  • Researched new ideas for programs and activities, taking into consideration participants' suggestions.
  • Compiled monthly activity program calender to distribute to residents and staff.
  • Evaluated success of each activity and event to identify opportunities for future improvement.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with local organizations to identify volunteer opportunities and resources.
  • Collaborated with other departments to maximize impact of volunteer efforts.
  • Facilitated regular meetings with volunteers to provide feedback and discuss improvement opportunities.
  • Participated in community outreach events to promote volunteer opportunities and enlist new volunteers.
  • Coordinated and implemented special events for volunteer service appreciation

Education

Bachelor Of Applied Arts - Art Education

Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL
12.2008

Master Of Arts - Urban Education And Leadership

Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL
05.2009

Skills

  • Cooking
  • Goal Setting
  • Cleaning House
  • Time Management
  • Attentive Listening
  • Home Maintenance
  • Relationship Building
  • Problem-Solving
  • Childcare Support
  • Copy Machine/Printer
  • Arts/Crafts
  • Watercolor Painting

Additional Information

  • I have volunteered in the class room over the years including every Friday in Mrs. Wiricks 4th grade class room in 2018-19 and Mrs. Akins in 2019 until we moved to online for the remainder of that school year.
  • I do watercolor pet portraits as a side job while I'm home and would be glad to help navigate arts/craft projects that come up during the class lessons.

Timeline

Volunteer Activities Coordinator

Fowler Elementary School District
11.2018 - 04.2020

Stay at Home Mom

Self-employed
01.2011 - Current

Bachelor Of Applied Arts - Art Education

Northeastern Illinois University

Master Of Arts - Urban Education And Leadership

Northeastern Illinois University
Kiara Hills