Priscila Rodrigues
Walnut Creek,California
Summary
Detail-oriented child development specialist with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Enthusiastic about creating, inspiring, fun and safe environment to meet each child's needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Development Specialist/ Caregiver
Priscila's Montessori Childcare/ Ind. Contractor
12.2013 - Current
- Observed children to recognize and maintain strong awareness of developmental progress.
- Communicated respectfully and thoughtfully with parents and guardians by remaining sensitive to different families' cultures, values and needs.
- Developed level-appropriate lessons and activities to support skill-building needs.
- Built and maintained strong parent and student relationships.
- Provided information on developmental milestones to coach families on incorporating modeled interventions into children's daily routines.
- Conducted educational, behavioral and well-being assessments.
- Designed language-based activities to promote language skills.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Used interactive visuals and static worksheets to teach each student algebra and writing techniques.
Head Teacher
Rainbow Montessori School
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
Import/Export Specialist Senior
Globo TV/Globosat
02.2013 - 12.2013
- Applied working knowledge of International Trade Compliance in reviews of internal processes, procedures and policies governing import and export rules and regulations.
- Prepared shipping documentation, maintaining compliance with US Customs and international regulations.
- Processed customs declarations and maintained records of customs documents.
- Assisted with problem resolution and dispute management relating to import and export activities.
- Coordinated import and export of goods for multiple clients, providing accuracy and timely delivery.
- Negotiated freight rates with carriers for international transportation of goods.
- Established and built positive relationships with vendors and carriers, promoting competitive shipping rates and service.
- Utilized logistics software to manage, monitor and track shipments from origin to destination.
- Managed import and export of hazardous materials in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Tracked shipments processing through customs and other agencies and obtained clearances.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customs brokers, freight forwarders and customers.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of US customs regulations and international trade laws.
- Prepared and submitted Harmonized Tariff Schedules (HTS) codes to US Customs.
Customs Specialist
FTN OIL & Gas Aduaneiro Ltda
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Lead facilitator for customer issue resolution related to service performance and cargo issues.
- Maintained customer bond and power of attorney records in case of emergencies.
- Lawfully cleared merchandise through customs per client and government requirements.
- Determined harmonized tariff classifications by referencing tariff schedules outlined by national and international government officials.
- Calculated daily exchange rates and taxes due for goods and commodities.
- Identified and gathered commercial and international data, documents and rulings upon clients' requests.
- Prepared and processed import and export documentation according to customs regulations, laws or procedures.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of US customs regulations and international trade laws.
- Reviewed international and domestic invoices for cargo shipments.
Import and Export Coordinator
Praxis International Commerce Advisory Ltda
05.2009 - 12.2010
- Prepared shipping documentation, maintaining compliance with US Customs and international regulations.
- Processed customs declarations and maintained records of customs documents.
- Assisted with problem resolution and dispute management relating to import and export activities.
- Coordinated with internal teams to enable timely ordering, shipping and receipt of goods.
- Coordinated import and export of goods for multiple clients, providing accuracy and timely delivery.
- Negotiated freight rates with carriers for international transportation of goods.
- Investigated discrepancies in shipping documents and resolved issues with vendors.
- Utilized logistics software to manage, monitor and track shipments from origin to destination.
- Checked import and export documentation to determine cargo contents and classified goods into different tariff or fee groups.
- Advised clients on transportation and payment methods.
Import Assistant
Steel Cargo
02.2008 - 04.2009
- Responded to customs, customer and internal requests and notices about classification, duty rates and documentation requirements to support import regulations.
- Created and transmitted accurate documentation to governmental agencies for import activities.
- Liaised with sales department to develop customer-specific import handling procedures to enhance delivery methods and improve customer satisfaction.
- Served as expert point-of-contact for internal and external questions and issues dealing with import and export operations to drive consistent communication.
- Coordinated and negotiated contracts to facilitate freight movements.
- Supported import metrics around import functions and drove continuous performance improvements.
- Prepared and submitted Harmonized Tariff Schedules (HTS) codes to US Customs.
- Reviewed and signed documents on behalf of clients in line with power of attorney limitations.
Education
Early Childhood Education - Child Development
Bay Area Montessori Academy Training
Bay Area, CA06.2017
Bachelor International Relations - International Business Management
Universidade Estacio De Sa
Rio De Janeiro 09.2012
Skills
- Educational Opportunities
- Prepare Reports
- Developmental Assessment
- Positive Learning Environment
- Safe Transportation
- Dedicated Support
- Milestones Understanding
- Early Childhood Education
- Recreational Activities
- Food Services
- Emotional Development
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Head Teacher
Rainbow Montessori School
08.2016 - 07.2017
Child Development Specialist/ Caregiver
Priscila's Montessori Childcare/ Ind. Contractor
12.2013 - Current
Import/Export Specialist Senior
Globo TV/Globosat
02.2013 - 12.2013
Customs Specialist
FTN OIL & Gas Aduaneiro Ltda
01.2011 - 01.2012
Import and Export Coordinator
Praxis International Commerce Advisory Ltda
05.2009 - 12.2010
Import Assistant
Steel Cargo
02.2008 - 04.2009
Early Childhood Education - Child Development
Bay Area Montessori Academy Training
Bachelor International Relations - International Business Management
Universidade Estacio De Sa
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