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Morris "MJ" Estrada

Hawthorne

Summary

Outgoing child caregiver with experience caring for children while providing encouragement. Resourceful- with experience in providing quality care to children of all ages. Skilled in creating age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, emotional and social development. Thoroughly enjoys developing relationships. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Eager and always ready and willing to assist fellow employees with job tasks. Handles various duties and assignments. Accustomed to multitasking and working quickly to meet challenging demands.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Child Caretaker

William Paterson University
07.2023 - 07.2023
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Assisted with activities to support curriculum objectives.
  • Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children
  • Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing

Camp Counselor in Training

Independent Lake Camp
07.2022 - 07.2023
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Collaborated with camp staff to develop and execute safe, exciting plans for daily and weekly activities.
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
  • Guided campers in life skills and health benefits.
  • Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
  • Assisted with maintenance and upkeep of campgrounds to promote clean environment.
  • Served breakfast, lunch and dinner to campgrounds.

Education

No Degree -

Hawthorne High School
Hawthorne, NJ
06.2024

Skills

  • Observing and Monitoring Behavior
  • Excellent with Young Children
  • Food Services
  • Cleaning Services
  • Child Supervision
  • Household Chores

Timeline

Child Caretaker

William Paterson University
07.2023 - 07.2023

Camp Counselor in Training

Independent Lake Camp
07.2022 - 07.2023

No Degree -

Hawthorne High School
Morris "MJ" Estrada