Vanessa Manzo
Summary
Dedicated professional focused on providing innovative, fun and inspiring environment. Encourages others to engage, have fun, and be respectful. Outgoing individual focused on keeping all participants safe on playground equipment.
Attentive Playground Supervisor with strong communication and engagement skills. Effective and positive mentor skilled in implementing variety of recreational strategies to motivate students, encourage active participation and facilitate positive outcomes. Flexible and resourceful with expertise adapting to changing trends and participant needs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Cafeteria playground aide
Madera Unified School District
Madera, California
08.2017 - Current
- Supervised playground activities, ensuring student safety and engagement.
- Assisted students with conflict resolution and encouraged positive social interactions.
- Monitored equipment for safety compliance and reported maintenance needs promptly.
- Enforced playground rules and reported unsafe behavior to school staff.
- Assisted students with daily tasks, behavior guidance, and personal care needs.
- Supported classroom instruction and reinforced lesson plans for school staff.
- Monitored classroom activities and maintained safe learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers and support staff to meet classroom needs.
- Provided extra help to students who needed additional assistance in understanding concepts taught by the teacher.
- Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
- Answered incoming calls in a professional manner and directed callers to the appropriate personnel.
- Greeted visitors, determined their needs and directed them to the appropriate personnel.
- Utilized office equipment such as printers, copiers, and fax machines efficiently.
Office Manager
Ken Muhareb
Fresno, California
04.2005 - 03.2006
- Managed daily office operations to ensure seamless workflow across departments.
- Coordinated meetings, schedules, and travel arrangements to support team productivity.
- Oversaw office supplies inventory and maintained vendor relationships to ensure timely procurement.
Caregiver, Special Needs
Maxim Healthcare
Fresno, California
02.2024 - Current
- Delivered personal care support for special needs clients through individualized Maxim Healthcare care plans.
- Monitored behavior changes and reported concerns to Maxim Healthcare nursing staff.
- Supported daily living tasks including bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation.
- Documented client activities, observations, and incidents in agency records.
- Used de-escalation techniques to calm distress and maintain safe environments.
- Developed positive relationships with families of special needs individuals.
- Provided assistance to special needs individuals with daily activities such as feeding, bathing and dressing.
- Created individualized care plans based on each client's unique needs and abilities.
Education
J.E Young
Fresno, CaliforniaSkills
Engaging Playground Supervisor experienced in creating innovative and inspiring environments Fostered active participation and respect among participants through effective communication and mentoring, implementing diverse recreational strategies to ensure safety and positive outcomes Adapted to changing trends and participant needs with flexibility and resourcefulness
- Child supervision
Engaging Playground Supervisor experienced in creating innovative and inspiring environments Fostered active participation and respect among participants through effective communication and mentoring, implementing diverse recreational strategies to ensure safety and positive outcomes Adapted to changing trends and participant needs with flexibility and resourcefulness
- Student engagement
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Patience and empathy
- First aid and CPR
- Personal care assistance
Certification
- CPR/ First aide certification
- Certificate of passage title 1 compliant
Timeline
Caregiver, Special Needs
Maxim Healthcare
02.2024 - Current
Cafeteria playground aide
Madera Unified School District
08.2017 - Current
Office Manager
Ken Muhareb
04.2005 - 03.2006
J.E Young