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MARICRUZ ARAUJO

Metuchen
Each small task of everyday life is part of the total harmony of the universe.
Saint Thérèse de Lisieux
MARICRUZ ARAUJO

Summary

Dedicated single mother and accomplished real estate agent known for exceptional responsibility and unwavering work ethic. Adept at navigating the dynamic real estate market while providing top-notch service to clients. Seeking avenues for personal and professional growth to further empower myself as a strong and capable woman.

Overview

21
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Coldwell Banker
Metuchen, NJ

Real Estate Agent
01.2018 - Current

Job overview

  • Handle contract and lease negotiation, market research, and analysis.
  • Developed a close relationship with realtors in the area.
  • Managed real estate transactions from initiation to closing.
  • Advised prospective clients on current market activities and optimal buying or selling choices.
  • Networked with industry contacts to expand knowledge of real estate markets and best practices.
  • Conducted a thorough needs analysis and pre-qualification with prospective clients to schedule showings.

Home Childcare Professional
Fords, NJ

Teacher
01.2011 - 01.2018

Job overview

  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
  • Prepared and maintained environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social, and emotional development.
  • Supervised students throughout the day, both in the classroom and outside during breaks.
  • Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
  • Encouraged students critical thinking and discussion using a variety of teaching techniques.
  • Managed student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.

Kindergarten “El Pinar
Quito, Ecuador

Art Teacher
09.2007 - 07.2011

Job overview

  • Responsible for 12 classes of four- and five-year-old children.
  • Worked with multiple techniques to allow children to enhance their imagination, increase creativity, and express their feelings.
  • Took children on observation walks to art museums.
  • Utilized the approach of Project Zero, a method of Harvard University, to ensure that children develop their minds and increase confidence in themselves.
  • Organized three Art galleries for the parents to observe student created work.
  • Instructed students on proper care and use of art tools and equipment.
  • Planned and presented art displays and exhibitions to showcase student work for school and community.
  • Organized and coordinated hands-on artistic activities to encourage active participation, involvement and team work.

Kindergarten, El Pinar
Quito, Ecuador

Teacher
09.2004 - 07.2006

Job overview

  • Responsible for a single class of four-year-old children.
  • Planned weekly themes and activities work with multiple approaches and techniques.
  • Oversaw child development and held parent/teacher conferences three times per year to update and assess.
  • Taught math, Spanish language, core, and religion.
  • Developed and implemented plays and an open house for the school year’s closing ceremonies.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
  • Managed student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Encouraged students critical thinking and discussion using a variety of teaching techniques.

CitiBank
Quito, Ecuador

Finance Control Assistant
12.2002 - 12.2004

Job overview

  • Prepared monthly and year-end closing statements, financial documents, and invoices.
  • Performed database entry updates to keep information current.
  • Assisted managers with additional duties during employee absences.
  • Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files.
  • Coded invoices and other records to maintain organized and accurate records.

Education

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ

Some College (No Degree) from Science in Management
01.2024

University Overview

  • 4 GPA
  • Senior

Indoamerica University
Quito

Some College (No Degree) from Education

Pacific University
Quito

Some College (No Degree) from Marketing, Human Resources

Skills

  • Buyer and Seller Representation
  • Partnership Development
  • Negotiation Management
  • Client Relations
  • Property Improvements
  • Leads Prospecting
  • Open House Management
  • Traditional Marketing
  • Recruiting Clients
  • Student Records Management
  • Activity Planning
  • Creative Thinking
  • Web Tool skills
  • Basic computer skills

Reference

References available upon request

Activities

Art, travel, hiking, music and exploring different cultures and there food.

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Certification

  • Member of NAREPH (Spanish Realtor Association)
  • Member of National Association of Realtors
  • Member of New Jersey Association of Realtors
  • Member of MetroCentre Association of Realtors
  • Member Central Jersey MLS
  • Member Garden State MLS
  • Licensed Substitute Teacher - 2022
  • How to raise critical thinking in the classroom
  • kids and their Multiple Intelligence
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Timeline

Real Estate Agent

Coldwell Banker
01.2018 - Current

Teacher

Home Childcare Professional
01.2011 - 01.2018

Art Teacher

Kindergarten “El Pinar
09.2007 - 07.2011

Teacher

Kindergarten, El Pinar
09.2004 - 07.2006

Finance Control Assistant

CitiBank
12.2002 - 12.2004

University of Phoenix

Some College (No Degree) from Science in Management

Indoamerica University

Some College (No Degree) from Education

Pacific University

Some College (No Degree) from Marketing, Human Resources
MARICRUZ ARAUJO