Salvador Palacio

***** ********* **.

Apple Valley, CA 92307

951-***-**** (cell)

ac5qm1@r.postjobfree.com

Dear Personnel Manager,

I have a diverse background in Early Childhood Education, supervision, and administration that can be used to meet your company’s immediate and long-term needs. With the unique perspective of a supervisor, I am versatile and an analytical thinker with strong interpersonal skills.

My success in the past has stemmed from my strong commitment and sense of professionalism. I keep high standards for my work and am known for my ability to get the job done. I am interested in interviewing with you or one of your associates. I can be reached at my cellular phone number, 951-***-****, to arrange for an interview at a mutually convenient time. Cordially,

Salvador Palacio

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Salvador Palacio

13847 Jicarilla Rd.

Apple Valley, CA 92307

951-***-**** (cell)

ac5qm1@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

Seeking employment where my work ethics, professionalism and attention to detail will lead to advancement opportunities.

Qualification Highlights

United States Army Veteran, the rank of Specialist E-4 promotable. Associates of Science Degree transferable in Psychology from Victor Valley College. Worked with children ages 6 weeks to 14 years in a childcare setting as a teacher, lead teacher, assistant director, and director for over ten years. Experience working with children with special needs and currently transporting adults with special needs to and from their programs.

First aid / CPR adult and child and AED certification, current. Clean driving record.

Ability to interact effectively with department staff as well as administrators. Ability to work effectively as an individual, as a team, and with diverse groups. Experience organizing and maintaining records, (Confidential and Top Secret). Respected for upholding high ethical standards and the understanding of corporate goals/objectives.

Experience

R. O. Transportation, Apple Valley, CA

Driver / One-on-one assistant, May 2014 - Present

● Transport clients with special need w/behaviors to and from their daily programs.

● Ride in the back of vehicle assisting the one-on-one client as well as all other clients.

● Write daily reports of daily routes to include any incidents or issues with clients.

● Hold a current CHP background check and fingerprint clearance. Harbor Freight Tools Distribution Center, Moreno Valley, CA Reach forklift driver receiving, February 2013 - April 2014

● Started at HFT as a temp with Select Staffing, hired after the 6 month probation period.

● Operate Crown Reach Forklift safely and efficiently to complete daily fast pace warehousing needs.

● Effectively implement and enforce all company safety programs as a driver and Emergency Response Team Member.

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● Accepted increasing responsibilities, demonstrated flexibility and the ability to learn quickly.

● Accustomed to fast paced, high pressured position demonstrating the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, meeting deadlines and providing quality service. Johnson’s Machinery CAT (Employment Solutions), Riverside, CA Warehouse Will-Call Order Puller/Customer Service, February 2011 - April 2012

● Independently retrieve orders from Will-Call desk to fill.

● Pull orders using push cart or sit down forklift.

● Effectively implement all company safety programs and lifting techniques.

● Demonstrate flexibility and ability to learn quickly.

● Efficiently work a fast-paced, high-pressure position demonstrating the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

● Providing quality customer service by addressing customers by name, retrieving orders quickly, and using the computer to problem solve any customer issues or questions. Walgreens Distribution Center, Moreno Valley, CA

Full Case Pick (ASRS), August 2010 - January 2011

Select Staffing, Perris, CA

Warehouse Worker / Reach Forklift Operator, 2008 - 2010 Target Import Warehouse, Ontario, CA

Warehouse Worker / Trainer, 2004 - 2007

Corona - Norco Family YMCA, Corona, CA

Lead Teacher, 2002 - 2004

● Incorporate fun, safe and exciting curriculum for school-age children.

● Train and supervise teacher in all center programs and lead by example.

● Created and ran an evening program, helping to increase the net operating revenue of the YMCA and provide need services for the community.

● Supported staff in developing curriculum to meet cognitive, physical, and social-emotional needs of each child.

● Demonstrated strong classroom management skills and a positive inclusive approach to child development.

● Met licensing, health and safety standards.

S & W Construction Company, Anaheim, CA

Stair Builder/Framer Apprentice, 2001 -2002

Knowledge Learning Corporation, Temecula, CA

Director, 2000 - 2001

● Administer, coordinate, and implement a safe, fun academically enriched program for infants through school age children to include a private elementary school.

● Met all state licensing requirements.

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● Market, budget, staff and train personnel to fulfill the program goals.

● Coordinate workshops, seminars, recorded staff meetings, and special events for staff and parents.

● Safeguarded and maintained all classified materials.

● Acquired excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the public and coworkers.

La Petite Academy, San Bernardino, CA

Assistant Director, Lead Teacher, Infant - School-age Teacher, 1995 -2000

● Assist Director in all aspects of the Child Care Facility.

● Communicate professionally with upper management and customers.

● Safeguard and maintain all classified materials.

● Provided support to management, handled routine administrative duties, input and maintained all customer data.

● Processed customer transactions/payments to include subsidy paperwork and made center deposits.

● Trained and coached staff as needed.

Education

Associate of Arts for Transfer, Psychology, 2017

Victor Valley College, Victorville, CA

GPA: 3.67

Early Childhood Education / Psychology

Riverside Community College, Moreno Valley and Riverside, CA 5 units Administration ECS

Early Childhood Education / Psychology

Rio Hondo College, Whittier, CA

3 units ECE

Certificate, Early Childhood Studies, 1993

American Nanny College, Montclair, CA

GPA: 3.9

37 units in ECE

Received honors for grade point average and class participation attendance. 4

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