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Lorena Lopez-Williams

Summary

Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Dedicated employee known for punctuality, highly organized, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

School Bus Driver

Jackson County Schools
Jefferson
02.2024 - Current
  • Transported students safely to and from school and events.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure bus safety and compliance.
  • Monitored student behavior during transit to maintain a safe environment.
  • Communicated effectively with school staff regarding transportation needs.
  • Reported maintenance issues to ensure timely repairs and upkeep of buses.
  • Adhered to local traffic laws and school district policies while driving.
  • Maintained accurate records of routes, mileage, and incidents as required.
  • Transported students to school in a timely manner while keeping assigned route schedule.
  • Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
  • Attended staff meetings and training sessions regularly for professional development purposes.
  • Maintained bus cleanliness, inspected for mechanical problems, and reported any issues to supervisor.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding student transportation issues.

Custodial II

Temecula Unified School District
Temecula
09.2020 - 07.2023
  • Mopped and waxed floors, dusted, deep cleaned bathrooms and removed trash to keep buildings in clean and orderly condition.
  • Organized custodial closets to easily find equipment and supplies.
  • Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
  • Stripped, sealed, finished and polished floors to maintain appearance and remove scratches.

Behavioral Health Support Aide

Temecula Unified School District
Temecula
08.2018 - 08.2020
  • Provided excellent service to patients through personable communication.
  • Documented information for charts, progress reports, assessments and other paperwork within specific timeframes.
  • Handled complex cases and participated in intradepartmental projects and team initiatives to determine best treatment options for patients.
  • Fostered crisis interventions by guiding team members in de-escalation of disruptive and unsafe behaviors.

Customer Service Representative

Lowes Home Improvment
Temecula
03.2017 - 08.2020
  • De-escalated problematic customer concerns, maintaining calm, friendly demeanor.
  • Assisted customers in making payments on accounts and setting up payment plans.
  • Fielded customer complaints and queries, fast-tracking them for problem resolution.
  • Provided outstanding service to new and long-standing customers by attending closely to concerns and developing solutions.
  • Asked probing questions to determine service needs and accurately input information into electronic systems.
  • Confirmed delivery of orders and troubleshot missed delivery dates, shortages and overages.
  • Escalated customer concerns, store issues and inventory requirements to supervisors.
  • Answered 100 + inbound calls per day and directed to individuals or departments.
  • Answered customer questions and addressed concerns, resulting in 50% reduction in complaint calls.
  • Trained new employees on procedures and policies to maximize team performance.

Instructional Assistant II

Temecula Unified School District
Temecula
10.2011 - 08.2018

-Help with students that hold an IEP on file.

-Follow and attend all class with student and be a personal tutor during school hours.

-Help student keep calm and always support good behavior towards classmates and staff.

Childcare Site Director

Gateway Church Murrieta
Murrieta
06.2006 - 07.2014
  • Communicated with parents and fostered strong professional relationships.
  • Monitored compliance with state, federal and company regulations, standards and requirements.
  • Hired, mentored and monitored qualified childcare staff.
  • Inspected facility and activities to monitor safety, sanitation and procedures.
  • Created and updated records to document employee and participant information.
  • Launched marketing campaigns and events to attract community members and increase enrollment.
  • Developed multilingual and multicultural staff and curriculum to serve families from diverse backgrounds.
  • Established and enforced modern educational standards to support student needs.
  • Recruited and trained top-quality educators and support staff to maximize program success.
  • Created staffing and facility requirements to support educational offerings.
  • Achieved budgetary targets by monitoring expenses and resource utilization, cutting waste and strengthening revenue streams.
  • Directed committees of specialists, volunteers and staff to provide technical assistance for childcare programs.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Home Daycare Owner

All Aboard Family Childcare
Temecula
01.2001 - 07.2011
  • Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
  • Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.
  • Promoted physical, emotional, intellectual and social development through well-planned classroom lessons, games and outside activities.
  • Encouraged positive behaviors, including patience with teachers and fellow kids.
  • Assisted children in developing fine motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
  • Managed administrative program tasks such as taking attendance, updating logs and tracking supplies.
  • Updated detailed records for each child with information such as daily observations, meals served and medications administered.
  • Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
  • Maintain up to date requirements by the state
  • Maintain all financials and book keeping
  • Interviewed all customers and employees wanted to attend or work in my Daycare

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Customer service-focused
  • Fluent in English and Spanish
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Clean driving record
  • Facility maintenance
  • Computer skills
  • Clerical
  • Organizational skills
  • Team management
  • Communication

Volunteer Jobs

*Little League- Coach, Treasurer, VP, Concessions 10 + years

*PTA-President 5 Years

*Parent Booster Club-Secretary, President 5 Years

Timeline

School Bus Driver

Jackson County Schools
02.2024 - Current

Custodial II

Temecula Unified School District
09.2020 - 07.2023

Behavioral Health Support Aide

Temecula Unified School District
08.2018 - 08.2020

Customer Service Representative

Lowes Home Improvment
03.2017 - 08.2020

Instructional Assistant II

Temecula Unified School District
10.2011 - 08.2018

Childcare Site Director

Gateway Church Murrieta
06.2006 - 07.2014

Home Daycare Owner

All Aboard Family Childcare
01.2001 - 07.2011
Lorena Lopez-Williams