Lorie Esposito

• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
• Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Works with intellectually and or disabled individuals,providing services to ensure they live in a safe and healthy environment.work includes managing individuals financesassisting scheduling and keeping up with att medical appointments. keeping records of individuals health recordsassist with all benefits..,individuals may qualify for. IE medicaid . medicare, food stamps, Social security etc.work with other providers towards the best interest of the individuals servedkeep detailed records for medicaid of services rendered

1996-2012 . Same job responsibilities as current job listed.

With Upper Pinellas Association for Retarded Citizens .

. planned and organized serval group vacations, as group leader to include individuals and staff

• Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
• Assisted in maintaining a safe and healthy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
• Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
• Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
• Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
• Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
• Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
• Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
• Monitored daily sign-in/sign-out logs for accurate attendance tracking, helping to maintain a secure and orderly facility.
• Managed classroom behavior with clear expectations and consistent reinforcement strategies, fostering a respectful atmosphere.
• Supported the emotional well-being of children by providing nurturing care and addressing individual needs.
• Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
• Encouraged language acquisition through story time sessions, incorporating props and visuals to enhance comprehension skills.
• Coordinated engaging arts-and-crafts projects for students to express their creativity while developing fine motor skills.
• Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
• Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
• Created engaging sensory-based activities that stimulated cognitive development in young learners.
• Organized materials for hands-on learning experiences that encouraged creativity and exploration in various subject areas.
• Facilitated group play activities that promoted social interaction, teamwork, and problem-solving skills among children.
• Contributed to positive parent-teacher relationships through effective communication and regular updates on children''s progress.
• Implemented emergency procedures when necessary to maintain the safety of all participants within the daycare setting.
• Collaborated with lead teacher to develop daily schedules, lesson plans, and curriculum for diverse age groups.
• Offered assistance during field trips by supervising small groups of children during off-site outings.
• Addressed behavioral concerns promptly by working closely with lead teachers and parents to implement corrective actions.
• Enhanced children's social skills by organizing group activities.