MARIA WILLIAMS
Kissimmee
Summary
Compassionate educator and caregiver with expertise in providing tailored support for diverse learning and personal care needs. Proven ability to create safe, organized environments that foster critical thinking and emotional well-being. Committed to enhancing clients' quality of life through effective communication and individualized care plans.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Live-In Caregiver
Public Partnerships
Kissimmee
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained a safe and clean living environment for clients.
- Supported clients with mobility challenges using specialized equipment.
- Assisted clients with mobility issues by providing support while walking or using a wheelchair and walker.
- Helped clients perform grooming, bathing and other hygiene tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Provided companionship to enhance emotional well-being of clients.
- Managed household duties such as grocery shopping, running errands, paying bills and arranging for services such as repairs or maintenance of the home.
electrical sell associate
Home Depot
Kissimmee
03.2022 - 01.2025
- Assisted customers with product selection and provided knowledgeable recommendations.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints effectively to ensure satisfaction.
- Built relationships with customers by providing friendly customer service.
- Trained new associates on store policies and customer service best practices.
- Managed merchandise displays to enhance store appearance and promote sales.
- Coordinated inventory management to ensure stock levels met customer demand.
Early Childhood Teacher
La Petite Academy
Kissimmee
06.2018 - 10.2021
- Provided optimal care and academic support to students ages 1-3
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curricula addressing learning styles.
- Managed classroom dynamics to create a positive learning atmosphere. with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals, and naps to track developmental progress.
- Shared quarterly progress updates with parents to enhance communication. assessments and milestone reports to parents, fostering communication on student development.
- Coached new teachers on improving instruction and student discipline strategies to enhance classroom management.
- Mentored other educators by delivering insight, positive feedback and constructive criticism.
- Completed teacher observations to identify areas for improvement and suggest changes to teaching methods.
Early Childhood Teacher
Avon Park Community Child Developmental Center
Avon Park
08.1997 - 06.2020
- Created and fostered positive relationships with parents and family members of students
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Monitored and recorded student progress, creating targeted improvement plans to enhance learning outcomes.
- Scheduled and conducted parent-teacher conferences to inform parents of children's academic performance and engage them in their education.
- Provided various hands-on activities to promote critical thinking skills
- Worked with teachers to design interactive lessons and increase student success.
- Collaborated with coworkers to exchange innovative teaching ideas and resources, fostering a supportive learning environment. and materials with coworkers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster College
Arizona06-2018
Some College (No Degree) -
South Florida State College
Avon Park, FLSkills
- Daily living assistance
- Grooming support
- Personal hygiene support
- Mobility assistance
- Assistive mobility techniques
- Emergency response training
- Companionship support
- Disability support
- Nutritional support
- Bathroom support
- Home management
- Housekeeping duties
- Caregiver training program
- Individualized support
- Progress reporting
- Parent collaboration
- Behavior management techniques
- Time management
- Early childhood certification
- Patience and empathy
- Clothing support
- Daily living assistance assistance
References
REFERENCES
Carmen Morales from Learning Care Group
4078461598
Nadine Gilmore from APCCDC
863-452-1112
Timeline
Live-In Caregiver
Public Partnerships
01.2023 - Current
electrical sell associate
Home Depot
03.2022 - 01.2025
Early Childhood Teacher
La Petite Academy
06.2018 - 10.2021
Early Childhood Teacher
Avon Park Community Child Developmental Center
08.1997 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster College
Some College (No Degree) -
South Florida State College