Maria Magdalena Alvarez
Bronx,NY
Summary
Motivated sociology student at Lehman College, graduating in May 2027, with a passion for education and a commitment to supporting young people's academic and personal development. Seeking a Paraprofessional position to gain hands-on experience with children, focusing on early childhood education, while developing skills for a future teaching career. Dedicated, patient, and caring, with a strong interest in creating environments where students can learn, grow, and feel supported. Enthusiastic about contributing to educational settings that prioritize student well-being and development.
Overview
2
2
Languages
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional / Community Habilitation
Direct Support Professional, Keystone Human Services
07.2026 - Current
- Support individuals with daily living, social, and communication skills.
- Assist with homework, reading, and computer skills.
- Encourage independence and participation in community activities.
- Plan engaging activities attuned to individual needs.
- Communicate with families and caregivers about progress and daily activities.
- Maintain a safe, positive, and supportive environment.
Part-Time Sales Manager
Carter’s
01.2022 - 07.2026
- Supervise and motivate sales associates to meet and exceed daily and weekly sales goals
- Train and support new team members on customer service standards, sales techniques, and store procedures.
- Provide exceptional customer service by resolving concerns and ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Monitor sales floor activity and delegate tasks to maintain organization and efficiency.
- Assist with inventory management, restocking merchandise, and maintaining visual displays.
- Accurately process cash, credit, and debit transactions while maintaining register balance.
- Track sales performance and identify opportunities to improve customer engagement and increase revenue.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and operational procedures.
Sales Associate
Carter’s
08.2020 - 01.2022
- Greeted customers and provided assistance to create a welcoming shopping experience.
- Handled cash, credit card, and refund transactions with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Maintained clean and organized displays while replenishing merchandise and inventory.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing, and recommendations.
- Monitored fitting rooms and supported loss prevention efforts by following company policies.
- Collaborated with team members to meet store performance and sales goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Lehman College
Bronx, NY05-2027
High School Diploma - undefined
West Bronx Academy for the Future
Bronx, NY06-2022
Skills
- Daily living support
- Community support
- Crisis intervention
- Life skills coaching
- Social skills development
- Communication and relationship building
- English and Spanish bilingual
- Organization, teamwork, and time management
- Patient, caring, and dependable
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Direct Support Professional / Community Habilitation
Direct Support Professional, Keystone Human Services
07.2026 - Current
Part-Time Sales Manager
Carter’s
01.2022 - 07.2026
Sales Associate
Carter’s
08.2020 - 01.2022
High School Diploma - undefined
West Bronx Academy for the Future
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Lehman College