RAIZA J. BARRETO
CMR 479, Box 131
Summary
Energetic, versatile, and results-oriented professional with real world experience to support Design and Drafting activities and functions including cost savings, organizational development, quality design and time management. Eager to contribute talents by collaborating with a growth-oriented company to achieve departmental and organizational goals/objectives. Perform effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a cohesive team in fast-paced and challenging environments while using communication skills to establish positive working relationships with staff, co-workers, and management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher's Aide
Landstuhl Elementary School
08.2021 - Current
- Laminated teaching materials to increase durability under repeated use.
- Arranged and organized classroom desks, chairs and supplies.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
- Cleaned, organized, and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked within applicable standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines to promote a safe working environment.
- Helped children select appropriate reading-level library books.
- Helped Kindergarten students during the check-in and check-out process of library books using the Destiny library system.
- Assisted Librarian during storytime, Stem activities, and crafts.
Child Caregiver
CYS Eagles CDC
07.2018 - 03.2021
- Worked under the written and verbal direction of the supervisor, who guided the scope of assignments and assistance on the more complex, non-routine problems encountered.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent the spreading of germs.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading, crafts, and outdoor activities.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining a safe and orderly group.
- Assisted children with putting on coats and cold-weather gear before going outside.
- Distributed food, napkins, and beverages in preparation for snack time.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Selected appropriate stories based on the ages of children and teachable moments, read to groups, and promoted discussions based on content.
- Set and enforced rules to maintain children's safety and created welcoming, caring environments for all children.
- Kept areas clean, organized, and stocked and sanitized surfaces and toys.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication, and problem-solving skills for children.
- Observed children to proactively identify issues with emotional or physical development and worked with parents and supervisors to address concerns.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Cared for children ages 18 months to 36 months in a nurturing and age-appropriate way.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling, and collaboration with parents.
Sales Associate
Walmart Supercenter
06.2016 - 05.2018
- Acknowledged customer issues and resolved their problems quickly and efficiently
- Assisted clients in understanding their available options and helped them select the right service plans for their needs
- Stocked merchandise in different departments throughout the store in specific the baby department
- Helped unload the merchandise off the truck
- Assisted the customers with any assistance finding merchandise in the store
- Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
- Contributed to development of new systems and stocking procedures to improve overall stock organization and management.
- Collaborated with sales team members to stay current on inventory levels, complete accurate orders, and resolve item issues.
- Stocked shelves to match planogram images and instructions.
- Transported merchandise pallets to move in warehouse.
- Provided excellent customer service when encountering early morning shoppers, answering questions, and offering assistance as needed.
Office Manager
Electrical Doctor LLC
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Manage various office duties including, but not limited to, creating and managing filing systems, drafting all correspondence, managing office supply orders and distribution, managing all office mail, coordinating District manager's schedule
- Included: typing correspondence, reports, documents, maintain office files, open and distribute the office mail, coordinate the repairs of office equipments, maintain the confidential records and files, greet and assist the visitors, organizing the office, ordering office supplies, managing
- Handled all office related duties including managing office, opening and closing the business daily, ordering office supplies, invoices, answering phone, repairing and maintaining all office equipment, also handled all accounts receivable and inventory.
Teacher Assistant
Pueblos Royal Christian School
01.2012 - 01.2014
- I assisted students in class, assist students with class work and homework questions or difficulties, assist teachers with class projects, assist teachers by preparing students for tests, assist teachers wherever needed
- To assist teacher in the planning and implementation of daily program of a Lead Teacher in schools is the primary responsibility of assistant teachers
- Assisted teachers in classroom set up and clean up, watching the children in the teacher's absence, observing children's behavior and socialization skills to discuss observations with the teacher, and encouraging the children to participate in classroom activities
- Teacher Head Start Program-Teacher for all day preschool class, responsible for lesson plans, evaluations of students, assigning duties to assistant teacher, health screenings and newsletter for classroom.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
UMGC/ Salisbury University
Online04.2024
Associate of Arts - General Studies
San Jacinto College Central
Pasadena, Texas01-2018
High School Diploma -
Sam Rayburn High School
Pasadena, Texas01-2011
Skills
- Dependable and Responsible
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Self-Motivated
- Attention to Detail
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Client Advocacy
- Case Management
- Customer Service
- Field Trip Oversight
- Patience and Empathy
- Material Check-In and Check-Out
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher's Aide
Landstuhl Elementary School
08.2021 - Current
Child Caregiver
CYS Eagles CDC
07.2018 - 03.2021
Sales Associate
Walmart Supercenter
06.2016 - 05.2018
Office Manager
Electrical Doctor LLC
01.2014 - 01.2015
Teacher Assistant
Pueblos Royal Christian School
01.2012 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
UMGC/ Salisbury University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
San Jacinto College Central
High School Diploma -
Sam Rayburn High School
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