42yrs

female

Speaks English, Spanish

Monica PROFILE: I am a creative, enthusiastic, and motivated professional with proven ability to produce results in a fast- paced environment. I excel in managing multiple projects concurrently with strong detail, problem solving, and follow through. I consistently meet or exceed deadlines. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Apple Blossom, Ridgefield, CT, August 2006-present Teacher * Developed and applied age-appropriate lesson plans for children * Effectively motivated children to maximize participation and enjoyment in arts and crafts and creative activities * Maintained positive atmosphere for children, parents, and teachers * Participated in open houses for parents; produced appropriate and engaging materials and decorations * Administered medication in a safe manner * Produced monthly newsletter, including editorial and layout function, for families Cardinal Hayes Home for Children, Amenia, NY, November 2004-March 2006 direct care work * Responsible for the physical, emotional, and social well-being of adolescents with mental illnesses * Implement and lead art and crafts activities * Effectively motivate holiday spirit in the home through the use of seasonal decorations and activities * Create imaginative bulletin boards displaying events and themes, including parent meetings, open house * Paint murals * Coordinate field trips and activities * Administer medications as prescribed * Perform observations for each client to assure safety * Volunteered at "Fun Day" event: painted children's faces and decorated hats Acorn's 2 Oaks Preschool, Lagrange, NY, May 2003-June 2005 teacher assistant * Created a safe, comfortable, a fun learning environment for children from the age six weeks to twelve years * Taught self-help skills (feeding, dressing, toileting, personal hygiene) * Developed, designed, and implemented indoor and outdoor preschool activities and educational lessons * Fostered effective, on going, communication with parents by providing, verbal reports and written notes on children's daily activities EDUCATION: John Jay High School, Hopewell Jct, Emphasis on Arts, Business, and Computer Communication Dutchess Community College Majoring in Business Professional Trainings included Heart Saver CPR, New York State Child Abuse Seminar, Medication Administering Techniques, Epepin SKILLS Computer- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, 20-20 Languages- Fluent in Spanish, working knowledge of American Sign Language