Maria Guimaraes
Woodstock,GA
Summary
Self-starter and high motivated housekeeper, caretaker and bilingual babysitter with over 11 years of experience in heavy and light cleaning in both residential and commercial spaces. Reliable and loves children of all ages and enjoys being part of their development.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Babysitter
Thamara Carvalho
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep child entertained.
- Organized different types of activities to enhance physical and intellectual development.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books with young baby.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of nap time and bedtime preparation.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
Personal Babysitter
Lauren Skelly
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Communicated positively with all of family's children and guardians.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Provided compassionate care for young child with moderate to severe autism.
- Planned daily activities to keep children engaged.
Caretaker
Kim Rubenstein
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Ran errands for patient, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Accompanied clients to medical appointments.
Housekeep and Petsitter
Debora Blase
06.2016 - 05.2021
- Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environment in family home by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Cleaned out food and water bowls when needed to provide clean environment for pets.
Wiring and Cable Assembly
Kirk Rudy Inc
03.2010 - 08.2013
- Assembly of panels and cables.
- Proficiency in reading and understanding blueprints.
- Operating power and hand tools on daily basis.
- Perform all components of cable making: cutting, stripping, crimping, and soldering.
- Creating labels and plates for panels via computer software program
- Conducting regular inventory.
- Identified and corrected defects to bring completed products in line with tolerances.
Jewelry/Optical Sales Representative
Jewelry Store
01.1991 - 01.1997
- Explained benefits and features of available current eye wear to meet patient needs and preferences.
- Increased overall store sales by 85%, resulting in promotion to store manager.
- Maintained routine communication with clients to assess overall satisfaction, resolve complaints, and promote new offerings.
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
Beauty consultant
Lojas Americanas
01.1987 - 01.1989
- Consultant for products such as Germaine Monteil, L’Oreal, Max Factor.
- Recommended specific hair and beauty products to meet individual customer needs.
- Promoted additional products and services to increase sales numbers and revenue with diverse selection.
Education
Optical and sales preparation course -
Escola Óptica E Vendas
Goiânia, Goiânia, Brazil03.1994
High School Diploma -
WR High School
Goiânia, Goiânia, Brazil05.1979
Skills
- CPR certified
- Fluent in Portuguese and conversational in Spanish
- Proficient computer knowledge
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Praise and Encouragement
- Housekeeping and Cleaning
- Regulating Schedules
- Household Organization
- Infant Care
Timeline
Personal Babysitter
Thamara Carvalho
09.2022 - 07.2023
Personal Babysitter
Lauren Skelly
05.2022 - 08.2022
Caretaker
Kim Rubenstein
01.2022 - 05.2022
Housekeep and Petsitter
Debora Blase
06.2016 - 05.2021
Wiring and Cable Assembly
Kirk Rudy Inc
03.2010 - 08.2013
Jewelry/Optical Sales Representative
Jewelry Store
01.1991 - 01.1997
Beauty consultant
Lojas Americanas
01.1987 - 01.1989
Optical and sales preparation course -
Escola Óptica E Vendas
High School Diploma -
WR High School