Katarina Ortega
Davis
Summary
Dependable professional experienced in nurturing and supervising children in diverse settings. Skilled in fostering safe, engaging environments while employing strong communication and problem-solving skills to support children's emotional and social development.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Substitute Childcare Aide
Childcare Careers
Davis
09.2024 - Current
- Supervised children's activities in a safe and engaging environment, both in the classroom and on the playground.
- Communicated effectively with parents and staff regarding children's progress.
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure a cohesive childcare approach.
- Intervened and navigated conflicts and resolutions between students.
- Prepared lunch/snack, cleaned kitchen and disinfected children's eating and playing areas.
- Aided children with homework, games, and personal crafting projects.
Camp Counselor
Diocese of Sacramento
Sacramento
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Collaborated with fellow counselors to create a safe and secure environment for campers.
- Supervised campers during activities to ensure safety and adherence to rules.
- Facilitated meaningful and difficult conversations between campers to help resolve conflicts and build positive relationships with each other.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to campers, helping them to manage stress, homesickness, and challenging emotions.
- Led team building activities, hikes, arts and craft projects, and sports games.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - History
California State University Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA 08.2018 - 09.2025
Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Problem-solving
- Situational Awareness
- Creative
- Patience
- First aid and CPR certified
- Food Handlers Certified
Volunteer Experience
Catechism Aide and Teacher, 09/2017 - 05/2024
Diocese of Fresno - Bakersfield, CA
- Aided and taught religious education to a diverse group of students from second grade through high school.
- Fostered a welcoming and nurturing environment, creating a safe space to learn and discuss the Catholic faith.
- Communicated with other teachers and parents about lessons and progress of students.
Timeline
Substitute Childcare Aide
Childcare Careers
09.2024 - Current
Camp Counselor
Diocese of Sacramento
06.2024 - 08.2025
Bachelor's Degree - History
California State University Bakersfield
08.2018 - 09.2025