Sonny Valencia
Lancaster,California
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hard-working, dependable, organized, responsible, attention to detail, honest, respectful, honorable, and a positive attitude to get the job done.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Support
Boys and Girls Club of Antelope Valley
Palmdale, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods.
- Cultivated relationships with senior executives, program partners and sponsors to maintain stability in program support, funding and overall direction.
- Supervised daily activities of assigned personnel within the program support team.
- Provided technical support to ensure the smooth running of online sessions conducted for education programs.
- Actively participated in indoor and outdoor activities designed to support the children in the program.
- Resolved parent requests related to program issues quickly and efficiently.
- Maintained safe play environment.
- Managed crafts and other hands-on activities to engage kids and promote development.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Implemented positive discipline techniques to guide children's behavior.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Managed student discipline issues according to established procedures while promoting positive behavior choices.
- Read stories to children, facilitated discussions and tied books into learning opportunities.
- Facilitated group activities to promote teamwork and social skills among children.
- Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
- Collaborated with teachers to ensure that classroom rules were enforced consistently and fairly.
- Cared for minor injuries or illnesses that occurred onsite and reported any serious incidents immediately to the appropriate personnel.
- Attended to snack periods to help children open food packages and monitor activities.
- Organized recreational games and activities for children to participate in.
- Supervised daily snack times, ensuring all children had access to healthy snacks.
- Incorporated technology into lesson plans whenever possible.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Assisted in planning and preparing materials for art, science, and music activities.
- Coordinated outdoor activities that encouraged physical activity and awareness of nature.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed during activities.
- Encouraged social interactions between students from different backgrounds or cultures.
- Performed general cleaning duties around the facility such as tidying up classrooms or restocking supplies.
- Recorded child behavior, food, and medication information for supervisors.
- Supervised children from grades TK/Kindergarten to 6th grade, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Cared for children in institutional settings.
- Enhanced academic, social and emotional learning with use of structured playtime and unstructured free play.
- Ask about any specifics if you'd like!
Recreational Program Leader
City of Lancaster, CA
Lancaster, CA
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Maintained current knowledge of applicable codes and required procedures to keep the area and it's customers safe.
- Monitored the work site and assisted people with any questions, concerns, and resolving problems.
- Provided customer service and information, answered questions and gave directions.
- Managed parking and traffic control to facilitate vehicle flow in assigned area.
- Greeted customers and opened car doors to enhance service.
- Monitored parking area for safety, security and general customer concerns.
- Responded to questions about local area and company services.
- Patrolled parking areas and monitored car safety to prevent theft and damage.
- Helped customers understand and correctly navigate parking structures and payment systems.
- Directed drivers to parking spots.
- Engaged in conversation with customers to understand needs, resolve issues and answer product questions.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Program Leader I
Dry Town Water Park
Palmdale, California
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Removed debris and trash from surrounding areas and disposed of recyclable materials properly.
- Swept and power washed hard surfaces to remove grime.
- Moved leaves and grass clippings using leaf blower.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth and debris to reduce hazards.
- Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
- Cleaned and removed litter from parks, parking lot and other public areas.
- Maintained and cleaned park restrooms, pavilions and other facilities.
- Handled setup, tear-down and operations of special events and functions.
- Maintained or repaired tools or equipment for safety and longevity.
- Handled customers' emergency needs to resolve water problems and resulting damages.
- Maintained control of equipment, supplies and vehicles used in water services.
- Performed grounds and equipment maintenance to keep facility running smoothly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Quartz Hill High School
Quartz Hill, CA06.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Game And Interactive Media Design
DeVry University Online
Downers Grove, ILSome College (No Degree) - Game And Interactive Media Design
Southern New Hampshire University Online
Southern New HampshireAFAB Certificate Courses - Aircraft Fabrication
Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CASkills
- Computer Skills
- Positive Interactions
- Issue Resolution
- Supervision and Oversight
- PPE Use
- Organizational Skills
- Supervision & Leadership
- Team Management
- People Skills
- Active Listening
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Critical Thinking
- Planning & Organizing
- Conflict Resolution
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Office
- Problem Resolution
- Basic Math
- Team Building
- Flexible Schedule
- Technical support and assistance
- 3D modeling
- Verbal and written communication
- Problem-solving
- Video editing capabilities
- Game development basics
References
References
Available upon request
Hobbies
- I Love listening to music and sometimes making my own music
- I Love hanging out with friends and making memories with them
- I Enjoy meeting new people
- I like creating ideas and projects to keep myself busy and give myself challenges to make myself better
- I like to go hiking and exploring, either alone or with friends and family
- Cooking and grilling is super fun for me
- I like to collect and maintain collectables and rare items
Timeline
Program Support
Boys and Girls Club of Antelope Valley
08.2023 - Current
Recreational Program Leader
City of Lancaster, CA
04.2021 - 10.2021
Program Leader I
Dry Town Water Park
01.2019 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Quartz Hill High School
Some College (No Degree) - Game And Interactive Media Design
DeVry University Online
Some College (No Degree) - Game And Interactive Media Design
Southern New Hampshire University Online
AFAB Certificate Courses - Aircraft Fabrication
Antelope Valley College
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