Animals are and have been a huge, very important part of my life. I absolutely love and adore animals! I have been caring for dogs on and off for many, many years, since I was about 13 years old. I also had a family pet, a spectacular, beautiful, magical dog (and best friend) named Lola, who I took a big role in caring for! As far as Rover goes, I've been officially signed up as a dog sitter/walker for about 6 months now and it's been amazing! I love animals so much, and being around them just gives me so much joy! I love what I do and it reflects in how I care for the wonderful (and obviously adorable) dogs/cats that I watch and walk! The most important aspect of taking care of someone's pet (and family member) is for the animal and owner
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After School Counselor
YMCA of Rockland
Sep 2022 - Jun 2023(10 months)
I worked as a Site Director for the YMCA after school program at West Nyack Elementary School from September Then, as I needed a bit of a lighter load so that I could care for my father, I switched over to Bardonia Elementary School as an after school counselor. In both of these positions, at both of these sites, I had a plethora of duties! First and foremost, the safety and secure/ comfort level of the children was most important, no matter what the activity! I worked with many of the kids on their homework, ran and participated in many different arts and crafts projects, played sports (indoors - in the gym, and of course, outdoors on the playground or blacktop, playing or other blacktop appropriate activities). I also played many games (E
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Teacher's Assistant/Floater
Saint Paul's School-Valley
Feb 2022 - Jun 2022(5 months)
As a Teacher's Assistant at Saint Paul's School, I primarily spent my time working in the PK-3 class with 3-4 year olds. Here and there, I would cover for other teachers or floaters and I would get to know & interact with children between the ages of 3-11 years old! I also worked in the lunchroom pretty much every day, with ALL of the children (PK-3 through 2nd graders). I bonded with so many of the children there… oh goodness, I miss them!
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Teacher's Assistant
The Goddard School of Paramus-Paramus,
Nov 2020 - Feb 2021(4 months)
Assistant Teacher at a preschool Duties Included: Teaching/Playing with/Instructing and assisting children ages 3 weeks to 5 years old. As an Assistant teacher, I had the job of being a "floater, " so, I went to different classrooms with children of various ages, but mostly helping out in the Pre-K classroom. Paying attention to each child's needs, as well as to the group as a whole, was of vital importance. Bonding with each child, while at the same time maintaining proper boundaries, was also vitally important. Creating a fun and safe environment for children to learn and express themselves. I have a true passion for being around children, helping them to learn, grow, and to be their best selves.
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Personal Assistant/Graphic Designer
Bee Alive-Congers,
Jan 2017 - Jan 2019(2 years 1 month)
As a Personal Assistant/Graphic Designer, my duties included answering phone calls, typing small to large documents on the computer, filing, organizing, copying, scanning, and faxing. I ran daily work-related and personal errands for the Co-owner of the company. Additionally, I designed product labels and created E-Blasts, fliers, etc., using programs such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Excel. I am proficient in all Microsoft programs, as well as ShutterStock and Adobe.
While project tracking and appointment management were identified as non-relevant skills, I played a crucial role in managing my boss’s schedule, demonstrating my ability to create, maintain, and implement effective scheduling strategies. My responsibil
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Secretarial/office coordinator
Birchwood Center-Nyack,
Jan 2010 - Jan 2012(2 years 1 month)
Duties included: customer service, sales, scheduling, billing/bookkeeping, studio maintenance and upkeep, advertising/public relations, filing/data entry
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Intake Coordinator and Receptionist
Rockland Diagnostic Imaging-West
Jan 2007 - Jan 2008(1 year 1 month)
As an Intake Coordinator and Receptionist, my duties included patient intake, conducting interviews and providing assistance, scheduling appointments, performing electronic data entry, organizing patient files, and transferring information into disc form. This internship successfully transitioned into a paid position, where I authored articles, conducted topic-related research, and transcribed celebrity interviews. I worked closely with the director of the photography department, focusing on archiving, organizing, and cataloguing slides. Additionally, while sales was not a primary responsibility, I effectively communicated the various procedures we offered, detailing our success rates and discussing insurance plans with clients to facilitat
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Personal/Office Assistant
Mill Street
Jan 2007 - Jan 2009(2 years 1 month)
to director of programs "Habilidad" and "Project ABLE" Duties included: Scheduling, computer-related tasks, facilitating group activities such as art projects and job skills training programs
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Bachelors degree in psychology
University of Massachusetts at Amherst
Sep 2005 - Jun 2007(1 year 10 months)
I graduated UMass Amherst with a bachelors degree in psychology and a 4.36 grade average.
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Intern/Personal Assistant
Twist-Englewood,
Jan 2004 - Jan 2006(2 years 1 month)
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After School Counselor
Richard P. Conner Elementary School-Suffern,
Jan 2002 - Jan 2003(1 year 1 month)
Worked at an after-school program with children ages 4yrs-11yrs old Helped children with homework assignments, paying special attention to children with any special needs. Played games with the children, organized plays, and conducted art projects
Education
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American Red Cross
Sep 2023 - Sep 2025(2 years 1 month)
CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers with First Aid
American Red Cross
Sep 2022 - Sep 2024(2 years 1 month)
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8-hour OCFS-approved "Medication Administration Training (MAT)" course
Sep 2022 - Sep 2025(3 years 1 month)
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MAT ("Medication Administration Training") Course
YMCA (Rockland County)
Aug 2022 - Aug 2025(3 years 1 month)
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First Aid Certification
Lucey Rivers
Aug 2022 - Aug 2024(2 years 1 month)
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CPR Certification
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Aug 2022 - Aug 2024(2 years 1 month)
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Driver's License
Oct 2011 - Current(14 years 9 months)
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Class D ("normal") Driver's License
Jan 2011 - Oct 2024(13 years 10 months)
Associates in Liberal Arts
University of Massachusetts Amherst, Rockland Community College
Sep 2003 - Jun 2007(3 years 10 months)
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Bachelors
University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Jan 2003 - Jan 2007(4 years 1 month)
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Personally use for booking hotels
Feb 2022 - Current(4 years 5 months)
Personal use
Social media and professional development programs
I am extremely tech savvy and remain up-to-date on all the new platforms. Especially, right now with AI, It’s very important to keep current!
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I have personally been in Grief therapy/trauma counseling since my mother passed away when I was 19 years old
Too many to count
Mar 2005 - Current(21 years 4 months)
My mother became ill when I was 16 years old and passed away when I was 19. She had a rare disease that only one in 1.8 million people get. My father is a therapist and thought it wise that I start attending groups and personal one-on-one therapy for grief.
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I can sell very well as well as knit, though I have never done either professionally
Apr 2000 - Current(26 years 3 months)
My mother taught me how to sew, how to hem my jeans and skirts, how to use a sewing machine, etc. I am definitely not an expert, but I can certainly alter clothing (as long as it isn’t too hard of a material to sew) and I can make the finished garment look nice/professionally done!
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Personally have published articles, poems, and short stories.
Feb 1992 - Current(34 years 5 months)
I published several poems and short stories throughout high school and college!