Lacy Figueroa
2616 W Madison Ave. Norfolk,NE
Summary
Full-time childcare teacher, part-time/as-needed caregiver, and part-time student.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Teacher
Northern Hills Child Care
Norfork, Nebraska
05.2024 - Current
- Changing diapers, and addressing hygiene needs.
- Ensure the cleanliness and sanitation of classroom areas, including toys, furniture, and materials.
- Supervision of children to prevent accidents, engage in age-appropriate activities, and guide behavior.
- Maintaining a safe environment for the children.
- Attending trainings and keeping education up to date.
A & D Waiver Provider
DHHS
Norfolk, NE
12.2021 - Current
- Constant supervision of child.
- G-tube feeding, bathing, cleaning, lifting of child.
- Providing appropriate age activities for the child.
- Transporting to and from appointments as needed.
- Keeping in close contact with the parent.
Special Needs Paraprofessional and Bus Driver
Norfolk Senior High School
Norfolk, Nebraska
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Supported the classroom teacher by monitoring student behavior and providing assistance as needed.
- Monitored student progress, behavior, and social interactions in accordance with IEP goals.
- Suggested and offered specific training at volunteer job sites to help students learn and improve job skills, to one day obtain employment.
- Taught life and home skills such as personal hygiene, laundry, cooking, and cleaning.
- Transported students to and from school and job sites while exercising responsible leadership.
- Inspected bus tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, and fluids to verify safe operation.
Scheduler/Office Coordinator
Ponca Tribe Of Nebraska
Norfolk, NE
01.2014 - 01.2023
- Schedule and maintain daily appointments and schedules for all transportation staff.
- Greet and welcome all members, clientele, and visitors entering the building.
- Answer all incoming calls, log voice mails, and return calls in a timely manner.
- Maintain complete confidentiality and honor the Privacy Act and HIPPAA in all activities.
- Log incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Maintain office equipment/inventory.
- Maintaining calendars for conference room meetings and facility rentals.
- Assist in setting up conference area prior to scheduled meetings.
- Transporting clients as needed.
Direct Support Staff Member
Employment Works
Norfolk, NE
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors and eating habits.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
- Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
- Maintained confidentiality.
Nutrition Aide
Faith Regional Health Services
Norfolk , NE
10.2005 - 11.2012
- Worked in kitchen and cafeteria.
- Delivered patient meals.
- Sanitation of ware and equipment.
- Maintained confidentiality.
Education
Associate of Arts - Human Services
Northeast Community College
Norfolk, NE12-2024
Child Protection And Juvenile Justice
Bellevue University
Bellevue, NESkills
- Time Management
- Courteous and Polite Demeanor
- Client Relations
- Honesty and Integrity
- CPR and First Aid Certified
- Safe With You Training
Timeline
Childcare Teacher
Northern Hills Child Care
05.2024 - Current
Special Needs Paraprofessional and Bus Driver
Norfolk Senior High School
08.2023 - 05.2024
A & D Waiver Provider
DHHS
12.2021 - Current
Scheduler/Office Coordinator
Ponca Tribe Of Nebraska
01.2014 - 01.2023
Direct Support Staff Member
Employment Works
01.2013 - 12.2013
Nutrition Aide
Faith Regional Health Services
10.2005 - 11.2012
Associate of Arts - Human Services
Northeast Community College
Child Protection And Juvenile Justice
Bellevue University