Maribel Flores
Kimball Daycare Center
Chicago,IL
2
Languages
1
Certification
16
years of professional experience
Versatile professional with experience in childcare, customer service, and online retail. Demonstrates strong time management and multitasking abilities, providing effective support in team and independent settings. Committed to contributing to organizational success while pursuing continuous personal and professional growth.
Work History
Childcare Assistant Teacher
2 Months- Implemented age-appropriate educational activities to foster child development.
- Developed individualized learning plans tailored to children's unique needs and interests.
- Fostered a nurturing environment for children's development through engaging and interactive activities.
- Assisted in creating lesson plans tailored to developmental milestones and individual learning needs.
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a safe and organized learning space.
Toddler Lead Teacher
10 Months- Facilitated a safe, nurturing environment promoting social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to toddler learning styles.
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to developmental milestones of toddlers.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's learning objectives and address individual needs.
- Mentored junior teachers in effective classroom management strategies and developmental practices.
Co-Teacher
3 Years 3 Months- (773) 853-0703
- Facilitated collaborative learning experiences, enhancing engagement and inclusion for diverse groups of children.
- Fostered critical thinking skills in students through problem-solving activities and real-world applications of concepts taught in class.
- Established strong relationships with parents, regularly communicating student progress to support academic growth.
- Fostered critical thinking skills in students through problem-solving activities, applying concepts to real-world scenarios.
Daycare Assistant
9 Years 10 Months- (773) 419-6697
- Trained new staff on daycare policies and best practices, enhancing child engagement strategies.
- Monitored children during lunchtime, assisting with eating and serving food to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Monitored daily sign-in/sign-out logs for accurate attendance tracking, helping to maintain a secure and orderly facility.
- Restocked supplies and personal hygiene products, ensuring readiness and accessibility for students.
Assembler Line Worker
1 Year 4 Months- Increased production efficiency by assembling components quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline assembly line processes and minimize downtime.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to promote workplace safety and support efficient operations.
- Enhanced workplace safety by maintaining a clean and organized work area at all times.
- Executed assembly of durable components and subassemblies using hand and power tools in a manufacturing environment.
Waitress
1 Year 7 Months- Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring guest satisfaction in fast-paced environment.
- Managed multiple tables simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to enhance dining experience.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate timely food delivery and address special requests.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, fostering positive relationships and encouraging repeat business.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, ensuring consistent service standards even during peak hours.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Maintained clean and stocked server areas to support efficient service while managing multiple tables.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Early childhood development knowledge
Child development assessment
Document creation
Proficient in prioritizing tasks
Strong interpersonal communication
Bilingual communication
Parent-teacher communication
Student motivation
Providing feedback
Classroom management
Curriculum implementation
Learning strategies
CPR certification
Emergency response planning
Early childhood education
Language development
Strong work ethic
CPR certification
Passion for children
Positive reinforcement
Educational technology integration
First aid training
Curriculum planning
Early childhood curricula
Efficient under pressure
Crisis management strategies
Accomplishments
- Translated for english -speaking parents and guardians to enfranchise them in childcare options.
Certification
CPR & First Aid Certified
Food Program Training- Knowledge of safe food handling and nutrition in childcare settings.
Gateways to Opportunity Professional Development Hours- Completed coursework in child development, learning environments, and early childhood best practices (Illinois ECE System).
CPR & First Aid Certified
Completed training in emergency response for children and adults.
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Kimball Daycare Center
06.2026 - CurrentRead More
Toddler Lead Teacher
Oak Park Fundamental Learning Academy
08.2025 - 06.2026Read More
Co-Teacher
Kiddieland Educational Center of Excellence
02.2022 - 05.2025Read More
Assembler Line Worker
Eklind Tool Company
05.2015 - 09.2016Read More
Waitress
Mariscos Nayarit
11.2013 - 06.2015Read More
Daycare Assistant
L.A Daycare Home
06.2010 - 04.2020Read More
National Louis University
Bachelor of Arts from Early Childhood Education
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Kelvyn Park High School
High School Diploma
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