Rafael Araujo
Windermere,FL
Summary
Highly Motivated and Adaptable Individual seeking an entry-level position to establish a professional foundation and contribute to a successful team. Based on extensive volunteer work, I possess proven teamwork abilities and an energetic, proactive attitude. I am a strong active listener who quickly grasps new instructions, and my natural empathy skills ensure positive communication with others. I am a naturally organized individual, eager to dedicate myself to learning any assigned role quickly and adding genuine value to your great staff.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Independence Elementary School
02.2024 - 07.2025
- Observed children's behavior to identify needs and provide appropriate support.
- Contributed ideas for new activities based on children's interests and developmental goals.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow through various educational activities.
- Collaborated with fellow volunteers to create a positive atmosphere for children, fostering strong relationships among peers.
- Managed conflicts among children, facilitating peaceful resolutions and promoting empathy.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and retention.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Volunteer
Water Spring Elementary School
03.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted in implementing lesson plans to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a positive and conducive learning environment.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to assess student progress and adapt instructional strategies accordingly.
- Organized educational materials and resources to streamline classroom operations and efficiency.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with diverse learning needs, fostering individual growth.
- Assisted teaching staff in preparation of lessons, materials and equipment.
- Worked with small groups or selected individuals to assist with lessons to drive positive learning experience for students with diverse backgrounds.
- Boosted classroom productivity by efficiently managing resources and maintaining a structured learning environment.
Volunteer
Resurrection Catholic Church
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Facilitated engaging lessons and activities for children's spiritual development.
- Assisted in organizing events and services to enhance community involvement.
- Enhanced children''s spiritual growth by implementing engaging and age-appropriate Bible lessons.
- Supported children with diverse needs by adapting lesson plans to suit individual learning styles and requirements.
- Developed strong relationships with children and families, fostering a sense of community within the church congregation.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a safe and nurturing environment for children during church services.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, incident reports, and communication with parents regarding their child''s progress.
- Implemented interactive games and activities that reinforced biblical lessons, making learning both fun and memorable for participants.
- Used storytelling as a tool to help bring Bible stories to life, fostering a deeper understanding of the material amongst children.
- Promoted teamwork amongst children through group activities that encouraged cooperation and collaboration.
- Modeled Christian values through personal behavior and interactions, inspiring children to follow suit.
- Assisted with organizing religious activities and services.
- Developed and implemented educational programs for youth.
- Participated in religious ceremonies and events.
Volunteer
Give Kids The World Village
09.2024 - 09.2024
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced dining environment.
- Managed table assignments and ensured timely food delivery for optimal guest satisfaction.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate orders and maintain efficient workflow.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas to uphold health standards and enhance ambiance.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Improved dining experience by providing prompt, attentive service to guests.
Education
High School Diploma -
Windermere High School
Windermere, FL05-2026
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organized and efficient
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Volunteer recruitment
- Active listening
- Organizational skills
- Task prioritization
- Empathy and patience
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Volunteer
Give Kids The World Village
09.2024 - 09.2024
Volunteer
Resurrection Catholic Church
08.2024 - 01.2025
Volunteer
Water Spring Elementary School
03.2024 - 05.2025
Volunteer
Independence Elementary School
02.2024 - 07.2025
High School Diploma -
Windermere High School