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Kimberly Zalta

Richmond,Texas

Summary

I am i enthusiastic r the Enthusiastic Individual seeking a full-time position as an Activity Assistant. . I've developed excellent customer service and organizational skills in previous occupations. I have had the opportunity to work with seniors, as well as volunteer and create activities over the years. I enjoy working and being around the senior community, and I enjoy creating new and fun activities for all to enjoy. I believe my ability to create engaging, fun environments makes me an ideal candidate. I hope to further discuss my fit for this role in an interview. Thank you sincerely for considering my application. I am also planning on enrolling in the Activity Director online program to gain the available skills and knowledge to be successful in this career. This online program will give me the education and skills to work with the elderly. I have a passion for seniors, as well as experience working with dementia clients, and I'd love to be able to talk to you more about my experience. Skilled homeschool educator with thorough experience in curriculum development and individualized instruction. Strong ability to adapt teaching methods based on learner's needs, ensuring optimal comprehension and progress. Demonstrated success fostering positive learning environment promoting creativity, critical thinking, and self-discipline. Notable impact on student / and clients achievement through innovative lesson planning, committed to mentoring clients to boost engagement, and overall success. overall success. Outgoing, friendly, and highly attentive to detail.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Homeschool teacher

Stay
01.2019 - Current
  • Manage multiple schedules for a household of adult and child
  • Create and implement daily routines for effective scheduling
  • Establish budgets for utilities, food and other necessities to maintain fiscal responsibility
  • Coordinate medical appointments for all family members and follow up with health care providers
  • Balance caregiving duties with freelance work using time management strategies
  • Created flexible academic programs and classroom environments, promoting learning and personal growth.
  • Presented lesson content with varied strategies to keep students interested and drive home key points.
  • Delivered engaging lesson plans, inspiring learners to explore topics outside of classtime.

Personal Assistant/ nanny

Stay
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Maintained household schedules by making appointments and managing vendors
  • Shopped weekly meal menu planning for family and catered events
  • Managed planning of; parties, dinners, and meetings in and outside of the estate
  • Assisted the women with learning to cook, clean, and be responsible as they go through treatment
  • Distributed prescription medication
  • Administered a comprehensive 'at-home' curriculum to promote physical, mental, and emotional development
  • Ensured prompt organization of school paperwork and other filings by creating an interactive system to highlight upcoming deliverable
  • Implemented arts, and crafts, field trips, songs games
  • Assisted with getting the children up, dressed, fed, and out the door for school each morning
  • Helped with elderly family member who would come stay every 3 months for a week
  • Successfully coordinated the kids' after school agendas, ensuring time commitments and doctors' appointments were kept
  • Assisted with the coordination and facilitation of the vendors, and maintenance staff to the house and grounds
  • Inventory control for all aspects of the household
  • Organized and executed the logistics of various events
  • Completed household errands including grocery shopping; dry cleaning; clothing alterations, etc
  • Ensured that the grounds were clean, tidy and all equipment was running smoothly.

caregiver – elderly female

01.2007 - 01.2012
  • Grocery shopping
  • Activities such as church, bingo, shopping, lunch with her friends
  • Cooking, cleaning
  • Helping decorate for the Holidays
  • Assistant with Adl and dementia

Front Desk Agent /concierge

01.1998 - 01.2007
  • Established rapport with other employees to improve operations.
  • Resolved guest issues with creative solutions, escalating major concerns to management.
  • Utilized extensive knowledge of rates, packages, and special promotions to drive sales.
  • Evaluated negative situations and took alternate courses of action to avoid conflict.
  • Generated computerized customer bills and processed customer payments.
  • Handled cash, credit and debit card transactions accurately.
  • Interacted kindly with guests, offering assistance and support.
  • Obtained reservation information and followed rate ratios to accurately charge customers.
  • Coordinated with housekeeping staff to verify all rooms were clean and ready for guests.
  • Greeted customers upon arrival and provided assistance with check-in.

Direct support Professional

  • Currently caring for three women pt overnight
  • Cooking
  • Cleaning, medication dispensing
  • Fun activities in the home

Education

Us Career Institute
06-2024

Skills

  • Outgoing and friendly demeanor
  • Team collaboration
  • Basic math proficiency
  • Customer service excellence
  • Positive mindset
  • Active listening skills
  • Team-oriented approach
  • Multitasking ability
  • Leadership capabilities
  • Time management
  • Caregiver support
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Behavior modification techniques
  • Social integration
  • Instruction management
  • Multitasking efficiency

Timeline

Homeschool teacher

Stay
01.2019 - Current

Personal Assistant/ nanny

Stay
01.2012 - 01.2015

caregiver – elderly female

01.2007 - 01.2012

Front Desk Agent /concierge

01.1998 - 01.2007

Direct support Professional

Us Career Institute