Versatile and compassionate professional with a background in child care and health services, notably at Prodigy Child Academy. Excelled in creating nurturing environments and fostering educational development, leveraging strong time management and problem-solving skills. Achieved significant improvements in classroom management and patient care quality, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and a love for helping others.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Teacher
Prodigy Child Academy
03.2024 - Current
Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
Improved classroom management by implementing clear expectations, consistent routines, and age-appropriate rewards systems.
Home Health Care Provider
Caridad
01.2024 - 11.2024
Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and preserving dignity.
Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings.
Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
Provided assistance to clients by handling household cleaning duties, managing schedules, and transporting to and from medical appointments.
Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control policies and performing routine housekeeping tasks as needed.
Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
Instructional Paraprofessional
San Diego Independent School District
01.2013 - 05.2022
Worked closely with lead teachers to develop curriculum materials that aligned with state standards and district objectives.
Provided one-on-one support for students with special needs, ensuring their individualized learning goals were met.
Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain a positive and focused classroom environment.
Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and enhance instructional techniques.
Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating professionalism and dedication to their education at all times.
Facilitated smooth transitions between activities throughout the school day by implementing structured routines.
Assisted with classroom setup and organization, maintaining an efficient workspace conducive to learning for all students.
Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
Contributed to a safe and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt comfortable participating and sharing ideas.
Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
Manager
Lopez Stop and Save
01.2000 - 01.2011
Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
Restaurant Manager
Pizza Inn
03.1997 - 01.1999
Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
Tracked daily sales transactions and invoices for accurate and updated financial reporting.
Optimized labor costs by closely monitoring schedules, adjusting staffing levels according to business needs, and employing cross-training strategies.
Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
Promoted a positive work environment with proactive conflict resolution strategies and team-building activities.
Ensured compliance with local health department regulations through regular staff training sessions and facility inspections.
Reduced staff turnover rate with effective leadership, open communication, and employee development opportunities.