Xoelis Aimée Acosta Espada
Gurabo
Summary
Although I worked with money management and sales throughout all of my childhood and early teenage years, working with children has always been one of my biggest passions. Having been a camp leader and a swim instructor, I've learned techniques to engage with children from all ages in an artistic and educational environment. Am a positive, caring, patient, and enthusiastic leader capable of creating a fun environment while enforcing the rules.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dance Camp Leader
Talleres Danza Teatro
Caguas
06.2017 - 07.2017
Dance Camp Leader
Talleres Danza Teatro
Caguas
07.2018 - 07.2018
Dance Camp Leader
Talleres Danza Teatro
Caguas
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Planned and conducted daily opening activities to welcome campers.
- Ensured the safety of campers at all times.
- Provided guidance and support to campers during activities.
- Motivated participants by being enthusiastic while performing all activities.
- Maintained an organized environment in the assigned areas throughout the day.
- Communicated effectively with staff members.
- Created an atmosphere appropriate for learning by providing positive reinforcement.
- Assisted with organization and clean-up duties for snack time and lunchtime.
- Helped resolve conflicts between campers.
- Worked creatively with other staff members to develop and carry out events for camp participants.
- Communicated with parents or guardians to discuss achievements and behavior concerns.
- Assisted in the orderly execution of talent shows, special trips, and dance recitals.
- Tracked attendance, checking off present individuals.
Cashier
Supermercados Selectos
Gurabo
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Maintained clean checkout areas by sanitizing register belts, emptying trash cans, organizing candy racks, and sweeping the floor.
- Organized merchandise aisles when needed.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally.
Host
Total Aquatics Swim School
San Juan
02.2024 - Current
- Answered customer questions regarding class schedules, students' skills, and company policies.
- Greeted guests upon arrival and taken student attendance.
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating customer needs.
- Served as point-of-contact for resolving guest complaints or special requests.
- Managed incoming calls during busy shifts.
- Ensured that pool and company rules are followed.
- Contributed to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
Swim Instructor
Total Aquatics Swim School
San Juan
03.2024 - Current
- Taught basic survival skills.
- Observed participants during classes, watching for issues and incorrect techniques.
- Created weekly lesson plans for each individual participant.
- Attended staff meetings and training sessions related to teaching methods and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by monitoring the pool deck area before and after lessons.
- Communicated regularly with parents or guardians regarding their child's progress in swimming lessons.
- Created strategies to help meet needs of mentally and physically challenged swimmers.
- Assessed students' swimming skill levels and placed accordingly depending on results.
- Created fun, engaging activities to enhance learning and maintain the students' interest.
Education
High School Diploma -
CIMATEC
Caguas, Puerto Rico07-2020
Some College (No Degree) - Music
University of Puerto Rico - Río Piedras
San Juan, Puerto RicoSome College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
University of Puerto Rico - Carolina
Carolina, Puerto RicoSkills
- Attendance tracking
- Activity planning
- Student engagement
- Classroom support
- Student and parent relations
- Student supervision
- Special Education support
- One-on-one and small group instruction
- Performance improvement
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Organization and time management
- Patient and nurturing personality
Certification
- Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, and Excel Specialist
- Educational Leadership Certification
- Public Speaking Certification
- Certificación Instructora: Apresto Acuático Natación Adaptada
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Memberships
- National Junior Honor Society of Puerto Rico (2017)
- National Honor Society of Puerto Rico (2018 - 2020)
- National Honor Society of Puerto Rico Staff Member (2018 - 2019)
- Kinesis Foundation Bright Stars (2017 - 2020)
- Caribe Girl Scouts Council (2006 - 2020)
Accomplishments
- 3rd place Puerto Rico Final Island -Wide Scripps Spelling Bee (2014)
- 1st place Puerto Rico Final Island-Wide Scripps Spelling Bee (2016)
- Girl Scout Bronze Medal (2013)
- Girl Scout Silver Medal (2016)
- Girl Scout Gold Medal (2019)
- Premio a la Excelencia Académica Rafael Carrión, Jr. (2020)
Availability
- Monday - Friday (Morning - 1:30pm)
- Saturday (After 2pm)
- Sunday (Full availability)
Timeline
Swim Instructor
Total Aquatics Swim School
03.2024 - Current
Host
Total Aquatics Swim School
02.2024 - Current
Cashier
Supermercados Selectos
03.2021 - 06.2021
Dance Camp Leader
Talleres Danza Teatro
06.2019 - 07.2019
Dance Camp Leader
Talleres Danza Teatro
07.2018 - 07.2018
Dance Camp Leader
Talleres Danza Teatro
06.2017 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
CIMATEC
Some College (No Degree) - Music
University of Puerto Rico - Río Piedras
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
University of Puerto Rico - Carolina
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