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Hello my name is “Joanna” but you can call me Anna.
I love Children and pride myself with being very aware of everything they do.
With me Central Park, fresh air and attention is part of what you want for your child or children.
I can start as soon as needed. Call me so we can talk about all your needs…

Below is my Resume:

Phone 718-705-2121
E-mail annainthetropics@yahoo.com

Joanna Aquino

Objective
Educated and analytical professional with more than 8 years experience working with children from 0 to 8 years of age in diverse home settings, seeking a position with that will fully utilize a diversity of skills sets

Summary of qualifications
Bi-lingual with fluency in English Spanish languages. Possess excellent research, writing, child care, and interpersonal relations skills. Certified in CPR and First Aid with current cards expiring in 2010. Work well with all personality types and understand requirements of various special needs children, such as those with learning disabilities, mental challenges, and physical impairments. Hold state teaching certification that enables home schooling or tutoring in a private home setting.

Work experience
The Goddard School, Tarrytown, NY (2006-2009)

Care for two children of elementary school age, including providing home schooling starting at Pre-K through current first and second grade courses. Take children on educational outings and field trips. Create and carry out daily schedules that meet the physical and emotional needs of the children. Keep detailed daily diary of activities. Meet with parents on a weekly basis to discuss the following week’s plans, as well as any disciplinary problems. Record any problems that occur during the week and report situations that need to be addressed by the parents. Prepare and serve breakfast and lunch. Oversee playtime and schedule activities to ensure proper development of social interaction with other children. Effectively handle interventions between children when disagreements arise. Provided care for both children from infancy.

Collins Hotels Inc., Tarrytown, NY (2002-2005)
Waitress
Check patrons’ identification in order to ensure that they meet minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages. Check with customers to ensure that they are enjoying their meals and take action to correct any problems. Escort customers to their tables. Explain how various menu items are prepared, describing ingredients and cooking methods. Inform customers of daily specials. Prepare checks that itemize and total meal costs and sales taxes. Present menus to patrons and answer questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request. Remove dishes and glasses from tables or counters, and take them to kitchen for cleaning. Serve food and/or beverages to patrons; prepare and serve specialty dishes at tables as required. Stock service areas with supplies such as coffee, food, tableware, and linens.

Education
Marymount College of Fordham University, 2002
Bachelor of Arts in Child Psychology: Minor in History

• Certificate in Early Childhood Education
• Awards in International Studies, and Comparative Religion

Special Skills
Mac and PC, Internet Research, Windows and Mac OS, Home Schooling Software, Educational Gaming. Provide pet sitting services including dog walking, feeding and yard care.

Volunteer Experience Big Brother / Big Sisters, Literacy Volunteers of the Tarrytowns