Nina Cordero
Ridgewood,NJ
Summary
Developing a strong foundation in education and genuine desire to contribute to student success and growth. Capable of fostering a positive and engaging learning experience while utilizing new teaching methods and adapting to different learning styles. Strong desire to transition knowledge and skills to education field and offer a meaningful contribution.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor Volunteer
Boulder Public Library's Reading Buddies Program
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Created a hand written story with reading buddy over 12 weeks
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment and open communication.
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing innovative teaching methods and tools.
- Structured activities for interactive learning, reading understanding and fluency skills.
- Enabled non-native English speakers to overcome linguistic barriers by offering tailored instruction on grammar principles and vocabulary acquisition.
Summer Nanny
Local Family
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Resolved conflicts between children using effective communication techniques that fostered empathy and respect.
- Developed strong rapport with parents, communicating daily updates on their children''s progress and needs.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Assisted with toilet training.
- Handled transportation to and from various summer camps, extracurricular activities, and appointments as needed.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive and nurturing care during summer months.
- Supported each child''s individual needs by adapting daily routines based on their unique interests and abilities.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books.
- Developed and maintained a daily schedule that balanced both structured activities and free playtime.
Babysitter
Local Families
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Worked with parents regarding behavioral issues implementing strategies to improve overall behavior.
- Helped children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Promoted healthy habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Implemented consistent routines for naptime, bedtime, meal preparation, and other daily tasks.
- Monitored children's play activities.
Physical Therapist Aide
Apex Orthopedic Rehabilitation
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Enhanced patient recovery by supporting physical therapists in providing therapeutic exercises and treatments.
- Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
- Set up equipment ahead of treatments to maintain smooth appointment schedules.
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop individualized treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of each patient.
- Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
- Improved overall clinic efficiency by maintaining organized therapy spaces and equipment inventory.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO05-2027
Minor - Leadership Studies
University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO05-2027
Skills
- Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Patience and Empathy
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Strong Work Ethic
- Emergency Response
Timeline
Tutor Volunteer
Boulder Public Library's Reading Buddies Program
08.2024 - 11.2024
Summer Nanny
Local Family
05.2024 - 08.2024
Physical Therapist Aide
Apex Orthopedic Rehabilitation
06.2022 - 08.2022
Babysitter
Local Families
09.2021 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Colorado At Boulder
Minor - Leadership Studies
University of Colorado At Boulder
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