JUSTINA CEPHAS
Brooklyn, NY 272-***-**** *************@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dependable and hardworking professional with experience in maintenance, customer service, childcare support, housekeeping, and fast-paced retail operations. Recognized for attention to detail, reliability, and strong teamwork across diverse environments. Adept at keeping spaces clean and safe, supporting community-facing operations, assisting with educational activities, and providing friendly customer interactions. Seeking a role where strong work ethic, versatility, and hands-on skills can contribute to a high-performing team.
CORE SKILLS
CPR, AED & First Aid Certified
Customer Service & Team Support
Cleaning, Sanitizing & Housekeeping
MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop
Time Management & Attention to Detail
Gardening & Plant Care (Native Plants)
Safety Awareness & Compliance
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Maintenance Associate NYC Parks – New York, NY 08/2025 – Present
Maintain cleanliness and safety of parks, playgrounds, and public areas.
Sanitize and restock restrooms following health and safety guidelines.
Inspect playground equipment and report repair needs.
Remove debris, rake leaves, and identify hazards in assigned areas.
Operate lawn equipment including trimmers, mowers, blowers, and hand tools.
Online Shopping / Order Picker (OPD) Walmart – Mount Pocono, PA 02/2024 – 02/2025
Picked, packed, and staged customer pickup orders with accuracy and speed.
Provided excellent curbside customer service in a high-volume setting.
Monitored inventory and reported shortages to maintain workflow efficiency.
Para / Teacher’s Assistant Tiny Toes Learning Center – Mount Pocono, PA 09/2022 – 12/2024
Supported classroom instruction and group learning activities.
Ensured children's safety, engagement, and developmental support.
Assisted in organizing classroom materials and preparing lesson resources.
Maintained a clean, structured, and supportive learning environment.
Housekeeping Associate Paradise Stream Resort – Cresco, PA 01/2020 – 12/2022
Cleaned and prepared guest rooms to meet resort standards.
Provided timely and detail-oriented guest service.
Reported maintenance issues and collaborated with staff to resolve them.
Cashier / Customer Service Burger King – Mount Pocono, PA 07/2017 – 08/2019
Accurately processed cash register transactions in a high-traffic setting.
Delivered friendly, efficient customer service.
Maintained cleanliness of the front counter and dining area.
Supported training of new employees.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Gardening Assistant
NYCHA Community Garden – Brooklyn, NY 10/2013
Assisted with planting, weeding, and maintenance of garden beds.
Supported seasonal cleanup and beautification projects.
Learned composting, sustainable gardening, and native plant care.
EDUCATION
Brooklyn Communications Arts and Media High School – Brooklyn, NY
High School Diploma