Sofia Lema
Hainesport,New Jersey
Summary
A highly motivated and proactive employee driven by a desire to tackle new challenges. Known for possessing a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Demonstrates proficiency in working autonomously, swiftly acquiring new skills, and excelling in diverse work environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Worker
Burn Boot Camp
Voorhees, NJ
09.2022 - Current
- Cared for children of various ages and facilitated with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Employed positive guidance strategies to encourage children and improve behavior.
- Observed and monitored children to identify developmental strengths and target enrichment activities.
- Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
- Co-orientated children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
Family Nanny
Family Babysitting
Mt Laurel, NJ
10.2020 - 06.2022
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Prepared tasty, healthy meals for children to encourage good eating habits.
- Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
- Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
Student Teacher, Third Grade
Dr. John Winslow Elementary School
Vineland, NJ
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Mentored and tutored students in a variety of educational topics.
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage students in the learning process.
- Collaborated with faculty members to discuss student progress and develop strategies for improvement.
- Conducted classroom observations to assess student performance.
- Examined student projects, delivered comprehensive feedback, and meticulously monitored performance metrics to drive ongoing development and enhance learning outcomes.
- Monitored student behavior during class sessions and field trips.
- Integrated hands-on activities into instruction whenever possible.
- Communicated regularly with parents about children's academic progress and issues.
Teacher Assistant
Just Children
Mt Laurel, New Jersey
04.2017 - 01.2020
- Arranged naptime resources such as blackout curtains, white noise machines, and sleep-inducing aromatherapy diffusers, optimizing the sleep environment and enhancing naptime quality, leading to a 30% increase in post-nap energy levels.
- Offered clear instructions and hands-on guidance to students, fostering their creativity and skill development during various craft activities.
- Maintained and cleaned nap mats by making minor repairs and wiping down.
- Made and prepared nutritious snacks by preparing and dividing into portions.
- Monitored students to observe behavior, enforce rules and maintain safety.
- Supervised students closely to ensure adherence to behavioral expectations, enforced regulations, and upheld safety protocols.
- Influenced or led story time by reading books to children.
- Maintained hygiene of students by changing diapers and keeping hands clean.
ExperienceTeacher Assistant
Jardín De Niños Rosaura Zapata Cano, Tuxtla
Chiapas, Mexico
07.2018 - 07.2018
- Monitored students in class, playgrounds to supervise, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Orchestrated logistics for distribution of educational materials to 500+ students, ensuring timely delivery of textbooks, homework assignments, and classroom supplies, resulting in 95% student satisfaction rate and 20% reduction in lost items.
- Modeled and taught basic and advanced social skills, conflict management techniques and study approaches to students.
- Influenced a positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
- Distributed classroom materials and supplies such as pencils, paper and art materials.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ05.2024
Associate of Science -
Rowan College At Burlington County
Mt Laurel, NJ05.2021
Skills
- Skill Building
- Interpersonal Communication
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Bilingual communication
- Attention to detail and accuracy in written materials
- Capacity to work collaboratively in team settings
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Childcare Worker
Burn Boot Camp
09.2022 - Current
Student Teacher, Third Grade
Dr. John Winslow Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2022
Family Nanny
Family Babysitting
10.2020 - 06.2022
ExperienceTeacher Assistant
Jardín De Niños Rosaura Zapata Cano, Tuxtla
07.2018 - 07.2018
Teacher Assistant
Just Children
04.2017 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Rowan University
Associate of Science -
Rowan College At Burlington County
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