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Maria-Laura Quesada

Burnaby,CA

Summary

Creative and energetic professional devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with a strong desire to take on new challenges. Adept at
working effectively unsupervised, quickly mastering new skills, with a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Manager

AMESA EIRL
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any supply chain issues.
  • Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.

Youth Support Worker

Children's Villages SOS Peru
01.2021 - 07.2022
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of special events, creating memorable experiences for youth members.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices to promote emotional resilience among participants during challenging situations.
  • Promoted a safe and welcoming environment, leading to increased participation in programs and services.
  • Supervised youth in residential and community-based programs to minimize risks and offer support.
  • Utilized creative arts therapy modalities like painting or music expression sessions allowing emotional release amongst participants.

Early Childhood Educator

Eco School
02.2020 - 12.2020
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Established ongoing professional development goals, participating in workshops and conferences to stay current on emerging trends in early childhood education.

Early Childhood Educator Assistant

Max Uhle School
02.2019 - 12.2019
  • Collaborated with a team of educators to develop an inclusive curriculum that met the diverse needs of all students.
  • Improved student behavior by promoting positive reinforcement strategies and clear communication of expectations.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within early childhood education.
  • Created a nurturing and safe environment for children to grow emotionally, socially, and academically.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.

Education

MBA - Business Administration

University Canada West
Vancouver, Canada
12.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

University San Pablo
Arequipa, Peru
12.2017

Skills

  • Arts and crafts
  • Emotional Support and Development
  • Problem-Solving
  • Multicultural Sensitivity
  • Safety Monitoring
  • Customer Service
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Corporate Social Responsibility

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
French
Elementary

Certification

  • Diploma in Neuroscience - CEREBRUM 2020

Timeline

Assistant Manager

AMESA EIRL
08.2022 - 05.2023

Youth Support Worker

Children's Villages SOS Peru
01.2021 - 07.2022

Early Childhood Educator

Eco School
02.2020 - 12.2020

Early Childhood Educator Assistant

Max Uhle School
02.2019 - 12.2019

MBA - Business Administration

University Canada West

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

University San Pablo

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