Nancy Vargas
Laredo,TX
Summary
Dedicated and dependable youth care, education, and safety professional with experience supporting children, families, and immigrant populations in detention, shelter, school, and transportation environments. Adept at fostering safe and nurturing environment, with proven skills in behavior management, conflict resolution, and emotional support. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently reliable in achieving positive outcomes. Prepared security expert with strong focus on team collaboration, achieving results, skilled in surveillance and emergency response.
Overview
1
1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Porter/Border Patrol & Ice Assistant
Deployed Servies
Laredo, TX
01.2023 - 03.2025
- Increased efficiency in daily operations by organizing storage rooms, maintaining inventory of supplies, and replenishing stock as needed. Delivered supplies to all immigrants detained by ICE.
- Managed daily transport of items between departments, ensuring timely deliveries and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated with team members to optimize workflow and streamline loading/unloading processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of delivery areas, enhancing safety standards and accessibility.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking items received and dispatched across various border patrol locations.
- Cleaned and organized building areas as required.
Substitute Teacher
United Independent School District
Laredo, TX
01.2023 - 09.2024
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in absence of regular teachers.
- Delivered instruction across diverse subjects, adapting to varied learning styles and classroom environments.
Youth Care Worker
Krucial Staffing
Carrizo Springs, TX
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Monitored and facilitated care routines for immigrant children, promoting emotional and physical development.
- Facilitated communication and offered support to immigrants navigating services in a call center setting.
- Facilitated group activities to promote social skills, teamwork, and effective communication among participants.
- Monitored daily activities and behaviors, documenting observations to inform care strategies and interventions.
- Enhanced youth development by implementing structured activities and educational support.
Direct Care Worker
Family Endeavors
San Antonio, TX
03.2016 - 05.2019
- Provided direct care and support for unaccompanied migrant children in government facilities.
- Provided personalized care to enhance clients' daily living activities and overall well-being.
- Assisted clients with mobility, hygiene, and nutritional needs to ensure comfort and safety.
- Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
Safety Assistant
Forza Transport
Laredo, TX
04.2013 - 02.2015
- Achieved improved driver safety standards by effectively managing call responses and maintaining comprehensive driver logs. Streamlined HR processes by organizing drug test files, contributing to a safer work environment. Fostered clear communication channels to support driver compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted safety inspections to ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.
- Assisted in developing and implementing safety training programs for staff.
- Supported incident reporting processes, documenting findings and recommendations for improvement.
- Analyzed safety data to identify trends and recommend preventative measures to management.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Magical Kids Therapy
Laredo, TX
06.2011 - 03.2013
- Assistant of an Occupational Therapist
- Assisted therapists in implementing individualized treatment plans for children with diverse needs.
- Facilitated engaging therapeutic activities to enhance motor skills and cognitive development.
- Monitored progress and documented patient outcomes to inform ongoing therapy adjustments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Collaborated with occupational therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, ensuring efficient communication among healthcare team members.
Childcare Provider
ALL STAR KIDS
Laredo, TX
12.2008 - 03.2010
- Childcare for toddlers
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and positive engagement for children.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate educational programs to enhance child development.
- Coordinated special events and activities, promoting community involvement and social skills among children.
- Resolved conflicts among children using effective conflict resolution techniques to promote a harmonious environment.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
Safety Manager
Vargas Trucking
Laredo, TX
01.1999 - 01.2008
- I am in charge of all safety concerns with our companies trucks.
- Conducted regular safety audits, identifying hazards and recommending corrective actions.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends, driving strategic improvements in safety measures.
- Managed compliance with federal and state safety regulations, ensuring operational excellence across all departments.
Education
Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomist
South Texas Training Center
Laredo, TX05-2009
Medical Assistant Certificate -
Texas Careers
Laredo, TX2005
High school or equivalent - High school diploma
St Benedict High School
Chicago, IL05-1999
Skills
- Office Experience (9 years)
- Computer Skills (10 years)
- Languages Spanish and English (10 years)
- Communications skills (10 years)
- Experience Administering Injections
- Youth supervision
- Youth advocacy
- Caregiving
- Childcare
- Experience with Children & Teenagers
- Phlebotomy
- Vital Signs
- Customer service
- Strong work ethic
- Problem-solving
- Valid Driver's license
- Worksite safety
- Punctual and dependable
- Cleanliness and hygiene
- Reliability and punctuality
- OSHA regulations
- Security management
- Verbal and written communication
- Teamwork
- Child development
- First aid and CPR
- Security awareness
- Confidentiality
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
Certification
CPR
Languages
Spanish - Expert
English - Expert
Timeline
Porter/Border Patrol & Ice Assistant
Deployed Servies
01.2023 - 03.2025
Substitute Teacher
United Independent School District
01.2023 - 09.2024
Youth Care Worker
Krucial Staffing
03.2020 - 10.2022
Direct Care Worker
Family Endeavors
03.2016 - 05.2019
Safety Assistant
Forza Transport
04.2013 - 02.2015
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Magical Kids Therapy
06.2011 - 03.2013
Childcare Provider
ALL STAR KIDS
12.2008 - 03.2010
Safety Manager
Vargas Trucking
01.1999 - 01.2008
Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomist
South Texas Training Center
Medical Assistant Certificate -
Texas Careers
High school or equivalent - High school diploma
St Benedict High School