Vera Lopez
Rialto,CA
Summary
A dedicated professional, always willing to learn new strategies to make the workplace run better. Dedicated to the students and teaching skills to follow them throughout their lifetime. A hardworking individual that loves to be challenge. A skilled person, with a variety of work backgrounds.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Assistant III SE – (SED/MH/Autism)
Rialto Unified School District
Rialto, CA
01.2012 - Current
- Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Adhered to predetermined behavior and academic plans and collaborated on adjustments.
- Organized and guided activities for students, including skills practice, research and memorization tasks.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Assessed student social, emotional and academic needs to plan goals appropriately.
- Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Organized and supervised games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Took daily attendance, notifying classroom teacher immediately of any student absences.
- Laminated teaching materials to increase durability under repeated use.
- Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and supplemental activities.
Preschool Teacher
Rosie's Preschool
Rialto, CA
10.2008 - 10.2014
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Nurtured supportive learning environment, often used as model for other classrooms.
- Assisted and supervised 28 children through entire school day.
- Taught average of 14 children per school year.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Applied play-based strategies, including crafts and games, to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Used classroom observations to create written assessments of student performance.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
Respite Care Assistant
California Respite Care
Upland, CA
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Strengthened client relationships through consistent follow-up communication and efficient problem resolution.
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Completed daily logs for management review.
- Assisted family with child with autism in daily life skills.
- Looked after child while family ran errands.
- Worked close with client and family to maintain a safe/ clean environment
Burlington Coat Factory
Burlington
Fontana, CA
03.2021 - Current
- Coordinated efficient restocking of sales floor with current merchandise and accurate signage for current promotions.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise and suggested suitable options.
- Refunded payments for returned items, processed exchanges and offered store credit to achieve customer satisfaction.
- Offered each customer top-notch, personal service and polite support to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders and gift card activations.
- Answered questions about store policies and concerns to support positive customer experiences.
- Pursued resolutions to achieve complete customer satisfaction, including tracking down hard-to-find merchandise at diverse locations.
Kohls Warehouse EFC
Kohls
San Bernardino, CA
10.2015 - 01.2016
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in/first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Operated RF scanners to track merchandise and verify contents of containers.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and quickly notified vendors to request replacements.
- Prepared orders for shipment by systematically picking, packing and labeling merchandise.
Kohls Warehouse EFC
Kohls EFC
San Bernardino, CA
10.2017 - 01.2018
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Kohls EFC
Kohls EFC
San Bernardino, CA
10.2018 - 01.2019
- Supported efficient and timely replenishment of sales floor merchandise.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Completed over 100 customer orders each day in warehouse setting.
- Kept warehouse stations and equipment in good working order in line with OSHA requirements.
- Prepared orders for shipment by systematically picking, packing and labeling merchandise.
Kohls warehouse EFC
Kohls EFC
San Bernardino, CA
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
- Managed product staging to efficiently transfer items between receiving, storage and shipping locations.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and quickly notified vendors to request replacements.
- Operated RF scanners to track merchandise and verify contents of containers.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
- Kept warehouse stations and equipment in good working order in line with OSHA requirements.
- Prepared orders for shipment by systematically picking, packing and labeling merchandise.
Lyft Driver
Lyft Driver Service
San Bernardino County, CA
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Placed safety as top priority for all rides and followed community guidelines for engaging emergency personnel when situations required.
- Used GPS to determine fastest route to destinations in order to save riders money and maximize availability.
- Maximized passenger satisfaction by keeping vehicles in safe and clean operating condition.
- Answered, scheduled and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to all customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
Waitress/Hostess
Mitla Cafe
San Bernardino, CA
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
- Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments and dispensed change for cash transactions.
- Bussed and reset 20 tables per shift, working efficiently to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked during service hours to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
- Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness, sending back to be washed again when necessary.
- Stayed up-to-date on menu changes to offer current and accurate information and help customers select optimal meal choices based on individual preferences.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, took drink orders and built immediate positive connections with guests.
- Prepared hot and cold beverages to highest standard while providing guests with legendary customer service.
- Prepared beverages and filled food orders for customers.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers, handling average sale of $40 per table.
- Checked identification to enforce age regulations for alcoholic beverages.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pacific High School
San Bernardino, CA06.2008
Associate of Arts - Child Development
San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CA05.2019
Skills
- Engaging with Diverse People
- Building Relationships and Loyalty with others
- Maintaining a clean and safe environment
- Organized
- Updating Policies and Procedures
- Ability to Lift 40 pounds
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Following up
- Reliable and Responsible
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Communication with others
Additional Information
I am a driven individual, who loves learning new trades. I am patient, kind, and a leader. I am willing to go above and beyond my duties. Working in different areas has taught myself new and better techniques. I enjoy working with kids of all ages. I am a natural at getting up and teaching. I believe that there is always a learning moment, if not for you, than for someone else.
Timeline
Respite Care Assistant
California Respite Care
03.2021 - 12.2021
Burlington Coat Factory
Burlington
03.2021 - Current
Kohls warehouse EFC
Kohls EFC
10.2020 - 12.2020
Lyft Driver
Lyft Driver Service
06.2019 - 08.2019
Kohls EFC
Kohls EFC
10.2018 - 01.2019
Kohls Warehouse EFC
Kohls EFC
10.2017 - 01.2018
Kohls Warehouse EFC
Kohls
10.2015 - 01.2016
Waitress/Hostess
Mitla Cafe
08.2014 - 08.2016
Instructional Assistant III SE – (SED/MH/Autism)
Rialto Unified School District
01.2012 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Rosie's Preschool
10.2008 - 10.2014
High School Diploma -
Pacific High School
Associate of Arts - Child Development
San Bernardino Valley College