Marlena Maldonado
East Orange,NJ
Summary
By leveraging artistic skills as well as bilingual skills and expertise in classroom management to enhance child development and engagement. By approaching, blending decision-making capabilities with acrylic/ water painting, significantly improved learning outcomes and student creativity, showcasing the ability to meet and exceed employer expectations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Group Leader
Children's Arts & Science Workshops
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Supervised group events and provided feedback to group leader.
- Planned, prepared and implemented successful learning environment that supported and challenged child development.
- Developed and implemented after school program curriculum to reinforce lessons learned during school day.
- Demonstrated positive behavior as model to group.
- Observed and recorded child behavior to assess skills and meet individual and group needs.
- Displayed positive role modeling, high energy, engagement and good communication skills with children.
- Attended activity planning sessions and provided feedback.
- Assisted students with homework issues and helped to incorporate positive study skills.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Monitored students in computer lab to enforce proper use of resources.
Caregiver
FreedomCare
07.2020 - 12.2023
- 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.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
Art Teacher
Team First Inc.
09.2019 - 08.2023
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
- Enhanced student creativity by incorporating various art mediums and techniques into lessons.
- Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 5th.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Organized school-wide art exhibits showcasing student talent and promoting the importance of visual arts in education.
- Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
- Organized successful art exhibits within school and community, showcasing students' talents and hard work.
- Promoted environmental awareness through art projects focused on recycling and sustainability.
- Provided extra help and support to offer additional support to struggling students and encourage success in art subjects.
- Incorporated student interests and experiences to make learning relevant and meaningful.
- Maintained and ordered supplies for activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology With A Focus On Children & Adolescents
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH06.2028
High School Diploma -
The Cinema School
The Bronx, NY06.2018
Skills
- Child Supervision
- Decision-making capabilities
- Acrylic painting
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Color theory
- Group and individual instruction
- Time Management
- Meal Preparation
- Documentation And Reporting
- First aid and safety
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Certification
CPR/First Aid
Mandated Reporter
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Assistant Group Leader
Children's Arts & Science Workshops
09.2023 - 08.2024
Caregiver
FreedomCare
07.2020 - 12.2023
Art Teacher
Team First Inc.
09.2019 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology With A Focus On Children & Adolescents
Southern New Hampshire University
High School Diploma -
The Cinema School
CPR/First Aid
Mandated Reporter
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