BridgeKids Coordinator

• Aug 2023 - Present

Curriculum Director

• Apr 2023 - Jul 2023

Lead Volunteer Advocate NF Network

• Aug 2019 - Jul 2023

Point of contact in the State of New Mexico for families affected by Neurofibromatosis. Assisting them in answering questions about their diagnosis within the proper scope of an advocate, while sharing experience. Providing them with resources and information created by the foundation. Helping them find proper medical care and physicians with knowledge on NF1, many out of state. Researching and sharing programs that can assist them in getting the proper care. Hosting events to connect NF families and to raise funding for federal and clinical research of the genetic conditions for new treatments, and possible cures. Drafts emails, and letters to state representatives to advocate for delegated funding. Provides physicians with resources for continuing education programs on the condition. Hopeful to bring an NF team/clinic to the Neurofibromatosis community to receive care within the state of New Mexico. Show less

Volunteer and Event Coordinator

• Sep 2022 - Mar 2023

Family Service Associate

• Aug 2022 - 2023

Providing empathy and compassion to create a warm, relaxing environment while registering and checking families into the house. Conducting house orientation with the families which include a discussion about house rules, policies, and services. Gives house tours and shows them to their rooms. Assists in meal prep and cooking. Along with providing support to the volunteer coordinator on needs and programs as they pertain to the house. Assists in planning and implementing family-planned activities. Keeping a clean, germ-free environment. Working closely with local hospital social workers while maintaining HIPAA compliance to best meet the needs of the patients and their families. Keeps a high profile within the house to ensure all house rules are being followed and protocols met. Show less

Associate Director

• May 2021 - Oct 2021

Left position due to emergent family matters. All Aspects of running and maintaining a childcare center/ private pre-school. Hiring training and building a team. Ensured school ran to full capacity while adhering to State, CYFD, and NACYE standards. Updated Accreditations. Worked Closely with other directors within the district along with the district manager to assist in enrollment and transfer of students. Kept records of all students, and updated school systems including parent portals, enrollment, finances, and pertinent school and student information to adhere to safety guidelines. Reviewed teacher profiles, training, and certifications and kept everything updated. Provided access to training as needed for expired certifications. Filed and assisted CYFD with tuition assistance paperwork for underprivileged families. Kept school and classrooms up to code. Sat in on parent-teacher conferences and addressed parent and teacher concerns in a timely and efficient manner. Stepped into all roles within the school as necessary to help the school continue to run smoothly, efficiently, and within regulatory standards. Including; Teaching, Janitorial, Kitchen, and Maintenance. Monitored classroom cameras and activities. Show less

Team Lead/ Infant Teacher Trainer

• Oct 2020 - May 2021

Communicated with Parents through Parent Portals, and electronic school records. Enrolled and disenrolled students. Trained teachers on infant care, classroom management, and school protocols. Tracked infant development, and provided guidance to parents on age-appropriate developmental and cognitive activities. Implemented and wrote age-appropriate lesson plans and ensured all State, CYFD, and NACYE regulations and accreditations were met within the walls of the infant classroom. Provided prospective families with school tours, tuition prices, and guidance on how to receive financial assistance as necessary. Show less

Lead Teacher

• Sep 2013 - Oct 2020

Developed age-appropriate lesson plans and implemented them into the daily routine of the classroom. Communicated pertinent information effectively and privately to parents and caregivers about their child's progress. Documented and kept updated student profiles and accident/ incident reports. Maintained a clean and safe environment, and disinfected equipment daily. Lead conferences and mediations. Kept an updated knowledge on Nutrition and Healthy Living and encouraged personal hygiene and healthy lifestyles in the classroom Show less

Student Medical Assistant

• Mar 2016 - Apr 2016

(300 hours) Obtained the required tasks and hours to complete externship credentials. Had experience in EMR, filling, creating and keeping charts, some billing, checking patients in and out, and Scheduling patients among many other front and back office procedures including; Blood draws, vitals, assisting in procedures, waived tests, and communicating with labs and pharmacies to ensure the patient was taken care of in all aspects of their care. I learned and grew in my understanding of medical terminology, office care, and patient care to ensure my success in the front or back office in a medical facility. Show less

Key Holder/ Closer

• Sep 2014 - Sep 2015

Kept a positive store culture for employees and customers within a challenging work environment. Working hard to maintain the store experience and being flexible in planning, without sacrificing the company's vision for the experience. Kept a positive store culture for employees and customers within a challenging work environment. Working hard to maintain the store experience and being flexible in planning, without sacrificing the company's vision for the experience.

Camp Counselor

• Apr 2011 - Aug 2013

Opening and closing the community center, answering center phones, promoting/scheduling classes and meetings, sending faxes, and distributing mail. In charge of providing and teaching lesson plans for various ages, and maintaining a clean safe environment for the children. Taught theater, art, and dance classes. Updated and followed safety protocol including the check-in system for children. Updated City Hall in the centers needs by keeping inventory of center supplies. Volunteered with the center's community theater program as Assistant Director. Show less

Assistant Teacher

• Aug 2011 - Jul 2012

Monitored Infant development, and created classroom activities to aid infants in reaching milestones at an appropriate age. Was in charge of infant hygiene care. Created and offered parent resources and information, including daily progress reports on their children. Use classroom management techniques to keep a warm positive environment to nourish and encourage growth within the classroom. Developed lesson plans in accordance with ABEKA Curriculum workbooks and expectations. Maintained an inclusive classroom environment for students of varying learning styles and abilities, implemented music and biblical studies in accordance with ABEKA standards to approach difficult life skill lessons in a manner that was easily understood by a child. Taught basic ASL in class as a way to communicate with fellow classmates who had a hard time vocalizing needs and wants. Along with basic Spanish so children from Spanish-speaking homes could participate in classroom activities. Show less

Assistant Manager/ Head Engraver

• Sep 2011 - Apr 2012

Accountable for all aspects of sustaining sound store operations. Developed direct reports. In charge of implementing company directives and initiatives. Wrote and distributed quarterly and yearly reviews. Created and maintained a dynamic store environment, and exceeded expectations in employee and customer experience surveys. Responsible for opening and closing the store, including accounting. In charge of inventory control. Provided quality customer service to fit the individual needs of each customer. Coached and aided customers on the best choice of product. Excelled in dissatisfied customer service reconciliation Engraving specialist and trainer. Helped maintain employee schedules. Took care of the intake, output, and processing of products. Show less