ALTAGRACIA ALFONSO
Englewood NJ, 07631
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OBJECTIVE
Highly motivated, organized and proactive individual with strong communication skills and a proven track record of problem solving, seeking to develop and grow as an Assistant Preschool Teacher in a Head Start Program.
EXPERIENCE
Cardinal McCloskey Community Services: Sacred Heart Head Start
Substitute Teacher – December 15, 2014-Present
To maintain the overall goals and objectives of the preschool:
Ensure the wellness, health, and safety of children daily by greeting each child when they arrive at the preschool
Assist daily classroom and outdoor activities
Assist children to use bathroom facilities safely by supervising the essential group visits to the bathroom and training in proper hygiene habits
Assist at mealtime by eating with the children
Assist group teacher in maintaining a safe, clean environment for the children by cleaning the center thoroughly with other staff members
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local licensing requirements by recording attendance and required reports pertaining to the group when the Teacher is absent.
Maintain technical knowledge by attending staff meetings, workshops, conferences, and regular in-service training
Contribute to team effort by completing related tasks as needed
Focus on positive behavior: use of loud, demeaning language is forbidden by any adult
Cardinal McCloskey Community Services: Sacred Heart Head Start
Parent Volunteer – April 2014- June 2014
Assist teachers in setting up classrooms
Conduct Read Aloud with students
Assisted in chaperoning various field trips and events
Walgreens Pharmacy
145 14th Street Union Square
NY, NY 10003
Cashier – July 2012 – December 2014
Manage transactions with customers using cash registers
Scan goods and ensure pricing is accurate
Collect payments whether in cash or credit
Issue receipts, refunds, change or tickets
Redeem stamps and coupons
Resolve customer complaints, guide them and provide relevant information
Greet customers when entering or leaving the store
Maintain clean and tidy checkout areas
Track transactions on balance sheets and report any discrepancies
Handle merchandise returns and exchanges
Eudalia Alfonso Daycare Services
1201 Nelson Avenue Apt #2
Home Provider Assistant - August 2010 - June 2012
Assisted in the management of daycare setting.
Assisted in preparing healthy meals for children
Provide a safe and clean environment for children to explore and develop
Instructed children in developing healthy and personal habits such as eating, resting and toileting
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Child Development Associate (CDA): Preschool Bilingual
Credential Date: April 14, 2022
Credential Expiration Date: April 14, 2025
General Educational Development (G.E.D)
Completed: October 16, 2002
SKILLS
Fluent in English and Spanish
Great communication and writing skills
Efficient organizational skills
Light typing 25 words per minute