Linda Stefanov
Chicago,IL
Summary
Responsible childcare professional with strong skills, especially in patience and kindness. Hardworking hostess offering 3 years of hospitality experience. Demonstrates excellent communication, guest service, planning, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Provider
Independently Employed
Boston, Massachusetts
01.2015 - Current
- Communicated effectively with parents, updating children's well-being, eating habits, and bedtime.
- Cared for children of various ages, and assisted with feeding, dressing, and directing activities.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain a safe environment.
Teacher's Assistant
Children's Learning Place
Chicago, Illinois
06.2022 - 09.2025
- Taught ages two through five in a Montessori-style learning environment.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss and support their child's growth and development.
Dog Walker/Pet Sitter
Independently Employed
Boston, Massachusetts
03.2020 - 09.2022
- Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
- Picked up and dropped off animals to coordinate comprehensive, door-to-door service for regular customers.
- Cared for pets (dogs and cats) during owners' absences.
Art Teacher's Assistant
Essem Art Studio
Boston, Massachusetts
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Encouraged students to embrace creativity when painting and drawing.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered instructional activities related to various art mediums.
- Created a positive educational climate to promote student learning.
Head Hostess
Five Horses Tavern
Boston, Massachusetts
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders, and respond to service questions.
- Performed walk-throughs during service to monitor guest satisfaction and advise serving and bussing staff of specific guest needs.
- Monitored the dining area to assess server capacity and estimate wait times.
Head Hostess
Boston Beer Works
Boston, Massachusetts
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Trained and supervised host staff to ensure professional customer service.
- Tracked seated guests and available seating using computer-based and mobile reservation software.
- Coordinated communication between front-of-house and servers for smooth operations.
Education
Child Development Associate - Preschool Education
Council for Professional Recognition
Chicago, IL04-2025
High School Diploma -
Boston Latin School
Boston, MA06.2020
Some College (No Degree) -
University of Massachusetts - Boston
Boston, MASkills
- BLS Provider
- First Aid Certificate
- ServSafe Certificate
- Conflict Resolution
- Guest Service
- Observation and assessment
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Children's Learning Place
06.2022 - 09.2025
Art Teacher's Assistant
Essem Art Studio
07.2021 - 09.2021
Dog Walker/Pet Sitter
Independently Employed
03.2020 - 09.2022
Head Hostess
Five Horses Tavern
08.2019 - 11.2019
Head Hostess
Boston Beer Works
06.2018 - 06.2019
Childcare Provider
Independently Employed
01.2015 - Current
Child Development Associate - Preschool Education
Council for Professional Recognition
High School Diploma -
Boston Latin School
Some College (No Degree) -
University of Massachusetts - Boston