Maria Johns

• Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
• Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
• Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
• Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
• Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
• Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
• Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
• Helped with creation of age-appropriate activities to keep children positively engaged.
• Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
• Established positive relationships with parent to collaboratively promote child's wellbeing.
• Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
• Minimal Cleaning ( wiping down tables and sanitation)

Certifications:

• CPR Trained ( Red Cross)

• FullTime closer
• Greet and serve guests, prepare sandwiches, maintain food safety and sanitation standards, and perform exceptional guest service.
• Increased the capability to solve conflicts and resolutions.

• Worked on a production line making pasties and as a Market Vendor selling products at Farmer's Markets in the Kalamazoo area.
• Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
• Monitored food temperatures and quality throughout shifts.
• Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards.
• Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
• Developed the value of work ethic and teamwork.

• Worked over the summer in the snack shop preparing food and serving customers
• Learned the value of exceptional customer service.
• Displayed calm and friendly demeanor when addressing and resolving customer issues and complaints.
• Performed minimal cleaning and closing up the shop.
• Wiped, sanitized and maintained floors, facility, and equipment to adhere with company standards and procedures

• Volunteered in children's ministry supervising and assisting as needed (Preschool - 5th Grade)
• Prepared and set up classrooms and class materials as needed.
• Volunteered with summer camp at Gracespring Bible Church(2014-15)
• Performed cleaning: bathrooms/ rooms, vacuuming.
• Greater European Mission- Mission trips in 2017/2019. Volunteered in the childcare ministry during the annual GEM conference
• Worked explicitly with 4 and 5-year-olds.
• Assisted with special events and programs.