Deborah Cole
El Dorado Hills
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Skilled at organizing complex schedules with several competing requests. Pleasant demeanor with ability to work with people at all levels of an organization.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Valdena Cole
El Dorado Hills
05.2019 - 12.2025
- Provided dedicated care for mother with dementia, ensuring her safety and comfort.
- Assisted mother with daily living activities and personal care, enhancing her quality of life.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance well-being.
- Managed medication schedules and ensured timely administration of prescriptions.
- Arranged transportation for medical appointments.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to support mother’s care plans.
- Supported mother with bathing, dressing, and personal care, promoting her dignity and independence.
Kid’s Rideshare Driver
Zūm
Redwood Shores
01.2018 - 04.2019
- Provided transportation to students aged 5 to 17 years.
- Communicated and coordinated with agency, and parents regarding schedules and ride details.
Paid Childcare Worker
WestGate Church
San Jose
01.2018 - 04.2019
- Supervised children's activities during worship services and events.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for children at all times.
- Assisted in creating engaging lesson plans for various age groups.
- Cared for children of various ages, and assisted with feeding and daily activities.
- Demonstrated patience and understanding when working with young children.
Volunteer Coffee Ministry Coordinator
Westgate Church
San Jose
06.2005 - 04.2019
- Managed volunteer scheduling and communication for 30+ volunteers for weekly coffee service.
- Managed communication between the church staff and volunteers related to the coffee ministry.
- Coordinated training sessions for new volunteers in the coffee ministry.
- Organized and maintained records of volunteer hours.
Live-In Nanny
Belinda and Thierry Nivaggioli
Atherton
09.2003 - 07.2017
- Provided daily care and supervision for one child in a structured environment to ensure safety and development.
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to enhance creativity and promote learning in children.
- Assisted with homework and educational projects to support academic growth.
- Managed an active calendar coordinating school, sports activities, play dates, and medical/dental appointments for seamless scheduling.
- Handled transportation to aforementioned destinations.
- Prepared meals at home, and lunches for school.
- Additional duties included light housework, shopping for household goods, and running errands for the parents.
- Traveled with the family both domestically and internationally.
Advancement Department Volunteer
Silicon Valley International School
Palo Alto
09.2009 - 05.2017
- Assisted teachers with classroom activities and educational materials preparation.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate time frame.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
Programming Assistant
KVIE PBS Channel 6
Sacramento
08.1998 - 09.2003
- Assisted in developing programming schedules for educational content broadcasts for two channels.
- Coordinated with production teams to ensure timely delivery of program materials.
- Managed database updates for viewer feedback and program ratings.
- Managed daily programming tasks according to established deadlines.
Substitute Teacher
Dry Creek Joint Elementary School District
Roseville
09.1998 - 05.2001
- Instructed diverse student groups in various subjects and learning styles.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement lesson plans and classroom activities effectively.
Live-In Nanny
Patrizia and Manlio Allegra
Los Altos
06.1993 - 08.1998
- Provided daily care and supervision for two children in a structured environment.
- Planned engaging activities to foster creativity and learning in children.
- Assisted with homework and educational projects to support academic growth.
- Provided overnight care when needed during vacations or weekend trips away from home.
- Transported children to and from school, extra-curricular activities, appointments, and play-dates.
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
- Traveled both domestically and internationally with the family.
Accounts Payable Clerk
Price Less Drugs
Rancho Cordova
06.1991 - 05.1993
- Processed vendor invoices accurately and efficiently for timely payments.
- Managed payment schedules to ensure compliance with company policies.
- Reconciled accounts payable records with vendor statements regularly.
- Maintained organized filing system for invoices and payment records.
- Assisted with month-end closing activities as needed.
- Entered data into accounting system to maintain accurate financial records.
- Prepared checks for payment of vendor invoices on a timely basis.
- Reconciled vendor statements, investigated and resolved discrepancies.
- Took advantage of discount opportunities by paying vendors within payment terms.
- Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
San Juan Unified School District
Carmichael
09.1987 - 02.1991
- Delivered instructional support to students across various K-12 grade levels.
- Implemented lesson plans developed by full-time teachers effectively and consistently.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain a positive learning environment for students.
- Provided feedback to teachers on student behavior and performance in the classroom.
- Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students.
Journeyman Grocery Clerk
Raley's Supermarket
Fair Oaks
06.1981 - 02.1991
- Provided excellent customer service to patrons of the grocery store.
- Operated cash register, processed transactions, and handled cash efficiently.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a safe shopping environment for customers.
- Escorted customers to appropriate aisles or shelves to assist with purchasing decisions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of aisles to enhance shopping experience.
- Answered phone calls from customers inquiring about products and services.
Education
California Teaching Credential For Multiple Subjects - Elementary School Teaching
National University
Sacramento, CA 07.1986 - 07.1987
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA 09.1981 - 02.1986
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts
California Baptist University
Riverside, CASome College (No Degree) - Education
American River College
Sacramento, CASkills
- First Aid/CPR and TrustLine certified
- Child supervision
- Lesson planning
- Volunteer coordination
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Client confidentiality
- Customer service
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Caregiver
Valdena Cole
05.2019 - 12.2025
Kid’s Rideshare Driver
Zūm
01.2018 - 04.2019
Paid Childcare Worker
WestGate Church
01.2018 - 04.2019
Advancement Department Volunteer
Silicon Valley International School
09.2009 - 05.2017
Volunteer Coffee Ministry Coordinator
Westgate Church
06.2005 - 04.2019
Live-In Nanny
Belinda and Thierry Nivaggioli
09.2003 - 07.2017
Substitute Teacher
Dry Creek Joint Elementary School District
09.1998 - 05.2001
Programming Assistant
KVIE PBS Channel 6
08.1998 - 09.2003
Live-In Nanny
Patrizia and Manlio Allegra
06.1993 - 08.1998
Accounts Payable Clerk
Price Less Drugs
06.1991 - 05.1993
Substitute Teacher, K-12
San Juan Unified School District
09.1987 - 02.1991
California Teaching Credential For Multiple Subjects - Elementary School Teaching
National University
07.1986 - 07.1987
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Sacramento
09.1981 - 02.1986
Journeyman Grocery Clerk
Raley's Supermarket
06.1981 - 02.1991
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts
California Baptist University
Some College (No Degree) - Education
American River College