Naima Ferguson Alvin
malmö
Summary
Dedicated Before and After School Care Assistant at YMCA of South Florida, skilled in meal coordination and conflict resolution. Successfully fostered trust and open communication, enhancing student safety and emotional well-being. Developed engaging activities that promoted social skills and positive interactions, ensuring a nurturing environment for children's growth and development.
Friendly and dependable individual with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Possesses solid understanding of child development and safety protocols, along with ability to plan and execute engaging activities. Capable of fostering supportive and nurturing environment that positively impacts children's growth and well-being.
Skilled at managing supplies, cleaning work areas and monitoring safety concerns in the interests of children and team members. Familiar with managing housekeeping needs, maintaining documentation and planning different events.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Before and After School Care Assistant
YMCA of South Florida
08.1999 - 02.2002
- Supported the emotional well-being of students by providing a listening ear, guidance, and encouragement during challenging situations.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and open communication within the before and after school care setting.
- Enhanced student safety by consistently supervising before and after school activities and ensuring adherence to established rules.
- Provided first aid and emergency response as required, prioritizing student health and safety at all times.
- Facilitated group activities that promoted social skills development and positive peer interactions among students.
- Contributed to a clean and organized environment by maintaining facility cleanliness, setting up activity areas, and storing supplies properly.
- Coordinated snack preparation for students during program hours while adhering to strict dietary guidelines and allergy restrictions.
- Utilized conflict resolution skills to mediate disputes between students when necessary, creating a harmonious environment for all participants.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Miami Dade College
Miami, FLNorth Miami Beach Senior High School
Miami,FL06-2001
Skills
- Meal coordination
- Activities planning
- Records management
- Health and safety
- Activity planning
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Lesson planning
- Child assessment
- Safety and supervision
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Team leader
- Observing and monitoring behavior
Timeline
Before and After School Care Assistant
YMCA of South Florida
08.1999 - 02.2002
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Miami Dade College
North Miami Beach Senior High School
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