Norma Rivas
Orland,United States
Summary
Professional with strong background in leading and organizing activities. Skilled in team collaboration, adaptable to changing needs, and results-driven. Expertise in planning, facilitating, and ensuring engaging experiences. Known for effective communication, reliability, and fostering positive environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Giver and Activity Leader
West Heaven Chistian Senior Living
06.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with fellow staff members to create innovative and engaging activities for all elderly groups.
- Planned and implemented activities per month focused on supporting physical and mental health.
- Care for the needs of elderly
- Provide motivation to elderly when needed
- Assisting elderly during and after meals
- Adapted quickly to unforeseen circumstances or challenges during activity sessions, demonstrating flexibility and problem-solving skills.
- Coordinated special events, enhancing the overall activity program experience for participants.
- Managed safety concerns and adhered to all compliance requirements.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing any concerns or issues promptly and effectively.
- Cultivated a positive environment by enforcing safety rules and guidelines during every activity session.
Early Head Start Home Visitor
Glenn County Office Of Education
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Supported families in achieving self-sufficiency by connecting them with community resources and services.
- Promoted healthy prenatal outcomes by providing expectant mothers with education on prenatal care, nutrition, and infant development.
- Advanced parents'' understanding of child development milestones through ongoing assessments and progress updates.
- Improved parent-child relationships through modeling positive interactions and promoting attachment.
- Developed trusting relationships with families by maintaining open communication channels and demonstrating empathy during challenging situations.
Preschool Teacher and Home Visitor (Social Work)
Northern California Child Development
01.2005 - 05.2017
- Enhanced student reading skills by implementing engaging literacy activities and utilizing age-appropriate books.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education and family support.
- Established trust with families by maintaining confidentiality and demonstrating cultural sensitivity during home visits.
- Coordinated resources and program referrals to support family needs.
- Engage in community to better provide families with resources
Education
Bachelor's of Arts in Art Option in Art Studio - Fine Arts
Chico State University
Chico, CA12.2024
Associate of Arts - Arts
Butte College
Oroville, CA05-2023
Associate of Arts -
Butte College
05.2017
Child Development - Child Development
Butte College
05.2017
Associate of Science - Social Science Behavior
Butte Colege
Oroville, CA05-2012
High School Diploma -
Corning Union High School
05.2000
Skills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Group Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Small Group Instruction
- ESL- English as Second Language
- Art history knowledge
- Acrylic painting
- Color theory
- Event organization
- Activity organization
- Group dynamics
- Arts and crafts planning
- CPR certification
- Problem-solving
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Care Giver and Activity Leader
West Heaven Chistian Senior Living
06.2024 - Current
Early Head Start Home Visitor
Glenn County Office Of Education
10.2020 - 05.2021
Preschool Teacher and Home Visitor (Social Work)
Northern California Child Development
01.2005 - 05.2017
Associate of Arts -
Butte College
Child Development - Child Development
Butte College
High School Diploma -
Corning Union High School
Bachelor's of Arts in Art Option in Art Studio - Fine Arts
Chico State University
Associate of Arts - Arts
Butte College
Associate of Science - Social Science Behavior
Butte Colege
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