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Wanda Rosarivas

Durant,OK

Summary

Compassionate professional with a desire to work with young people by offering guidance about activities, tasks and assignments. Smart Child Youth Program Assistant willing to follow directions, communicate both orally and in writing and promote positive relationship building.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Child and Youth Program Assistant

US Navy
San Diego, CA
03.2019 - 06.2024
  • Supervised children while they participated in various games and activities.
  • Assisted with the planning, organizing, and implementation of special events.
  • Actively listened to participant feedback to help improve program offerings.
  • Monitored participant behavior, providing positive reinforcement when appropriate.
  • Helped maintain accurate records of attendance, progress reports.
  • Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained and stored after each activity session.
  • Facilitated communication between parents and guardians and program staff members.
  • Encouraged positive relationships among participants through team building exercises.
  • Conducted individual and group activities to develop social skills among participants.
  • Created a safe environment where children can express themselves freely.
  • Adapted existing activities based on participant needs or requests.
  • Provided support to families by helping them access resources within the community.
  • Supported the development of age-appropriate lesson plans for youth programs.
  • Maintained safety standards during all activities.
  • Attended trainings related to youth programming best practices.
  • Participated in staff meetings to discuss program goals and objectives.
  • Communicated effectively with other professionals working in similar fields.
  • Developed creative arts projects for children based on their interests.
  • Provided in-depth progress reports to parents and guardians regarding children's behavior and development.
  • Used active listening to collaborate and communicate with children, fellow personnel and parents.
  • Coordinated facilities preparation, break-down and cleaning for each event and activity.
  • Identified necessary supplies and materials and compiled list for professionals for approval.
  • Attended all program staff meetings, treatment reviews, IEPs and other agency meetings.
  • Implemented fun and educational activities appealing to large number of children and maintained high level of participation.
  • Complied with all rules, regulations and procedures by providing committed and dedicated care, supervision and assistance to program children and youth.

Paraprofessional

LEARN
Waterford, CT
08.2009 - 04.2016
  • Encouraged positive behaviors through verbal praise and reinforcement strategies.
  • Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
  • Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
  • Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional times, including lunch and recess.

Education

Master of Science - Industrial And Organizational Psychology

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico
Ponce, PR
05-2004

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico
Ponce, PR
12-1999

Skills

  • Planning activities
  • Age-Appropriate Activities
  • Writing and verbal communication
  • Curriculum Planning
  • Child Safety
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Customer Service
  • Reliability
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Professionalism and Ethics
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Certified in CPR/AED

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Affiliations

Biking

Gardening

Nature Walks and Hiking.

Timeline

Child and Youth Program Assistant

US Navy
03.2019 - 06.2024

Paraprofessional

LEARN
08.2009 - 04.2016

Master of Science - Industrial And Organizational Psychology

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico
Wanda Rosarivas