MARIA HERRERA
Early Childhood Educator
Fairview,TN
Summary
Bilingual, energetic and motivated leader with strong organizational and prioritization skills. Experienced in Religious Education and passionate to help grow children and youth in God’s Faith. Seeks to serve the diverse community of St. Philip helping to develop and implement programs and provide opportunities for children, youth and young adults to continue to love, live and know Jesus.
Organized Coordinator focused on boosting customer satisfaction and service quality. Familiar with documentation, reporting and compliance requirements. Skilled in managing employee documentation and maintaining files and records.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Faith Formation Coordinator
St. Philip Catholic Church
Franklin, TN
08.2016 - Current
- Developed and implemented religious education programs for children and adults in accordance with church doctrine.
- Attended conferences related to religious education topics in order to stay informed about best practices.
- Ensured all safety guidelines were followed during class sessions or any other type of activity involving minors.
- Advised parents on ways they can encourage their children's spiritual growth at home.
- Coordinated volunteers to provide support for religious education activities including mentoring, teaching, and leading group discussions.
- Organized retreats or summer camps intended for spiritual growth and development.
Administrative Assistant
St. Philip Catholic Church
Franklin, TN
08.2016 - 06.2020
- Assist Youth department staff, Director of Administration, and Pastors with administrative and secretarial work
- Coordinate and maintain CGS and CCD programs in an efficient and organized way
- Functioning as a bridge between the Hispanic RE catechists, parents and students and CGS Coordinator and Youth Director
- Help to plan and conduct meeting with parents
- Translate all materials from English to Spanish for Religious Education program and other areas and ministries of the Parish
- Assist the Hispanic community to meet their needs through available resources and interpret in English their needs for our Pastor
- Enter and maintain background check files, using Diocese of Nashville CMG Connect platform
- In charge of Support all activities and events of Religious Education department
Cashier
Costco Wholesale
09.2015 - 12.2018
- Communicated with costumers regarding orders and comments
- Managed cashier and collected money from costumers
- Trained new employees.
Enrollment Translator
Benefit communication Incorporate BCI
11.2015 - 05.2016
- Provided customer support over the phone in English and Spanish with excellent record of customer satisfaction
- Used operational management platform to help people select among the different insurance options offered.
Pre-K to First Grade Teacher
Rosa Agazzi Catholic Learning Center
Barranquilla, Colombia
01.1989 - 01.1999
- Designed curriculum targeted at giving students holistic preparation for life
- Helped children to grow in faith, applying it to their lives and in the world around them and persevering in catholic values and moral ethics
- Planned and conducted meeting with parents
- Set and communicated ground rules based on respect and personal responsibility
- Established positive relationship with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
Education
ESL and Nurse Program -
Passaic County Community College
01.2014
Catechist Certification -
Diocese of Nashville
Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education -
Universidad del Norte
Seminars and training -
Several Topics Such As: Child Safety And Safe Environment, CPR, Positive Affectivity, PDS Church Office And Formation.
Skills
- Customer and Personal Service
- Active Listening
- Organizational skills
- Proficient Computer Skills
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Persuasion
- Critical Thinking
- Active Learning
- Time management abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Handle multiple task
- Conflict management
- Team Collaboration
- Program Planning
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Faith Formation Coordinator
St. Philip Catholic Church
08.2016 - Current
Administrative Assistant
St. Philip Catholic Church
08.2016 - 06.2020
Enrollment Translator
Benefit communication Incorporate BCI
11.2015 - 05.2016
Cashier
Costco Wholesale
09.2015 - 12.2018
Pre-K to First Grade Teacher
Rosa Agazzi Catholic Learning Center
01.1989 - 01.1999
ESL and Nurse Program -
Passaic County Community College
Catechist Certification -
Diocese of Nashville
Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education -
Universidad del Norte
Seminars and training -
Several Topics Such As: Child Safety And Safe Environment, CPR, Positive Affectivity, PDS Church Office And Formation.
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