Maria Martinez
Houston,United States
Summary
Service-oriented Teaching Assistant dedicated to teaching and mentoring students. History of helping students with challenging material through hands-on activities and personalized strategies. Expertise includes behavior management, documentation, and parent relations. Caring Teaching Assistant dedicated to helping students adapt to changing education realities. Energetic provider of clerical, educational and emotional support to teachers and students. Proven to positively impact in-class and at-home activities through hands-on aid. Compassionate Job Title possesses gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating people with dignity and respect. Expertise in Area of expertise. Collaborative team player with strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Available Number hours per week, weekends and evenings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
The Heritage of Clear Lake
Houston, TX
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Task Associate
Ulta Beauty Inc.
Houston, TX
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving complex issues and providing exceptional service at all times.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and engagement.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels were maintained.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, facilitating effective communication across departments and teams.
Retail Associate
Marshall's
Houston, United States
09.2020 - 07.2021
- Located items for customers on sales floor and in backroom to serve individual needs
- Set up displays of merchandise for special seasonal promotions and clearance pushes
- Monitored guest behaviors and reported any concerns to security for prompt attention
- Helped customers find desired items and sizes by closely supporting each person throughout the buying process
- Counted money in cash drawers at the start of each shift and balanced drawer at the end of each shift
- Processed cash register transactions by inputting product costs and giving back change
- Maintained merchandise displays, including endcaps, floor displays, and aisles
- Followed established guidelines and procedures
- Completed all assigned tasks prior to shift end.
Housekeeper
Autumn leaves
Houston, United States
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Ensured security of units when entering, cleaning, and existing
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation of bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas including scrubbing, mopping, vacuuming, polishing, dusting, windows and using germicides
- Maintained safety standards by wearing gloves and protective clothing.
Teacher's Aide
Houston gateway academy
Houston, United States
10.2018 - 07.2019
- Helped maintain professional, learning-focused environments to support student development
- Cleaned classrooms to maintain health and sanitation standards
- Took care of children's personal needs, including helping with putting on coats and bathroom visits
- Assisted with documenting classes and student-specific activities
- Supervised children consistently to maintain behavior standards and group security
- Set up activity stations to give children opportunities to play and explore class concepts
- Supervised children to maintain classroom safety and order during short teacher absences
- Discussed assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts
- Collected money from students for school-related projects.
Caregiver
Colonial oaks
Pasadena, United States
04.2018 - 10.2018
- Assisted residents in managing daily living including lifting, bathing, and feeding support
- Crafted activities enjoyed by residents, with creative programs, including game nights, concerts, card games, makeover sessions, and physical activities
- Provided dignified care to residents in assisted living and memory care communities, including those with all stages of dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Maintained safe and clean patient environment
Customer Service Associate
Tornado bus company
Houston, United States
06.2014 - 12.2014
- Processed refunds and exchanges in alignment with store policies
- Followed established protocols for escalating customer complaints to management
- Answered incoming telephone calls and provided information regarding store hours, location, and policies
- Counted and reconciled cash-drawer discrepancies prior to or following each shift.
Education
High School Diploma -
Furr high school
Houston, TxSkills
- Behavior redirection
- Community activities
- Personal hygiene
- Creative thinking
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Dependable and Responsible
- Multitasking and Organization
- Basic Housekeeping
- Emotional Support
- Strong Ethics
- Relationship Building
- Compassionate Care
- Flexible Schedule
- Verbal and written communication skills
- First aid and safety
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Dementia Care
- Compassionate communication
- Medication and Appointment Reminders
- Behavioral Management
- Documentation
- Mobility Assistance
- Client documentation
- Heavy Lifting
- Client Transportation
- Incident Reporting
- End of life care
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Medical office administration
- Fast Learner
- Attentive to People
- Ability to Lift
- Supportive Personality
- Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Safety Compliance
- Wound Care
- Childcare experience
- Client satisfaction
Timeline
Caregiver
The Heritage of Clear Lake
01.2024 - Current
Task Associate
Ulta Beauty Inc.
11.2022 - 04.2023
Retail Associate
Marshall's
09.2020 - 07.2021
Housekeeper
Autumn leaves
09.2019 - 06.2020
Teacher's Aide
Houston gateway academy
10.2018 - 07.2019
Caregiver
Colonial oaks
04.2018 - 10.2018
Customer Service Associate
Tornado bus company
06.2014 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Furr high school