Kimberly Ruiz-Fernandez
Huntley,IL
Summary
Versatile and dedicated, with a proven track record at Advocate Sherman Hospital, I excel in maintaining safe environments and providing exceptional classroom support. Skilled in organization and problem-solving, I effectively managed inventory and supported diverse needs, enhancing teamwork and communication, and ensuring efficient operations across various roles.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Advocate Sherman Hospital
Volunteer
Elgin, IL
10.2024 - Current
- I helped the patients and nursing team, checked in with patients to assess their needs, and gave fresh-baked cookies to the mothers.
- I also helped sanitize breastfeeding pumps, organize paper for the patients to take home, and assist the NICU area with their needs.
Volunteer
The Bridge-Kids In Need
Crystal Lake, IL
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted the store with an inventory of all items, helped families in shopping, and pulled items from the other store to return to restock.
Child Care Provider
Schaumburg, IL
10.2021 - 04.2023
- Oversaw the feeding, changing, dressing, bedtime, and napping of two children under five
- Age-appropriate activities were designed to meet the children's requirements and support their emotional and physical growth
- Prepared and served meals, cleaned up after minor household tasks, and kept an eye on kids so they could play in a safe and healthy setting
Teacher Assistant
The Gardner School
Schaumburg, IL
10.2021 - 07.2022
- While working full-time and attending school full-time, I supported a lead teacher in a classroom with up to twenty students by organizing materials, monitoring student performance, and keeping track of attendance
- Accomplished the basic principles of child development, led small group instructions and rules, and supported students with learning material difficulties and behavioral and emotional issues
- Maintained a safe, balanced, and happy atmosphere in the classroom and playground, engaged with kids, and got in touch with parents and guardians when a student needed help
Housekeeper
JJ Cleaning Company
Bartlett, IL
- Responsible for the maintenance of more than ten apartment buildings and kept everything tidy by vacuuming, disinfecting, and washing the windows
- Enriched my teamwork and communication skills, created roles for three members to divide cleaning duties, and worked together effectively to finish each on time
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL12.2023
Associate of Arts -
Harper College
Palatine, IL05.2020
Skills
- Document filing
- Age-appropriate routines
- Maintaining safe environment
- Classroom support
- One-on-one and small group instruction
- Special needs education
- Manage inventory
- Problem-solving abilities
- Organization
Awards
The National Society Of Leadership And Success
Languages
Spanish, Fluent
Leadership Experience
Fellow, The Braven Accelerator, 01/23, 05/23, DeKalb, IL, USA, Developed workforce skills such as leadership, operating and managing, communicating & networking., Designed a career plan using the SMART goals method.
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Advocate Sherman Hospital
Volunteer
10.2024 - Current
Volunteer
The Bridge-Kids In Need
08.2024 - Current
Child Care Provider
10.2021 - 04.2023
Teacher Assistant
The Gardner School
10.2021 - 07.2022
Housekeeper
JJ Cleaning Company
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Northern Illinois University
Associate of Arts -
Harper College
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