Amaya Rivera

1561 Zerega Ave Bronx, NY 10462 • (917)-703-5248 • River235@canton.edu

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Excellent customer service. Dependable and hard-working. Eager to learn new information. Responsible
and able to lead a team. Organized and dedicated to completing tasks in a timely manner to the best of
my ability. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

EDUCATION
B.B.A., Early Childhood Care and Management (Anticipated) May 2021
A.S., Early Childhood (Anticipated) May 2019
SUNY Canton, Canton, NY
GPA 3.63

STUDENT TEACHING
Canton Day Care Center, Canton, NY Jan 2019 – May 2019
 Created and implemented lesson plans that are responsive to student abilities
 Escorted to breakfast and directed transition from cafeteria to tables
 Oversaw toileting and hand washing procedures
 Resolved conflicts by re-directing children’s focus for positive outcomes
 Conducted individual and group work centers
 Established trusting connection with children

EXPERIENCE
Café/Bakery Sales Associate/Cashier, The Food Emporium, New York City, NY Apr 2016 – Present
 Provide excellent and timely customer service
 Prepare bakery and café food items according to company and health code standards
 Process customer orders and grocery purchases
 Assemble product displays and showcases
 Sanitize and close department

Childcare Provider, Private Residence, Yonkers, NY 2014 – Present

 Care for two children pre-school and kindergarten aged
 Cook meals, bath children and prepare them for bed
 Interact with children in play activities throughout the day
 Report daily activities to parents and discuss any behavior issues

Volunteer, Local Shelter, Astoria, NY Jun 2018

 Read to children and played games with them along with the sisters of Beta Sigma Zeta

ACTIVITIES
Chapter President, Beta Sigma Zeta Inc., Canton, NY Spring 2018 – Present
Rush Coordinator, Beta Sigma Zeta Inc., Canton, NY Spring 2018
 Oversee all officers and positions to ensure duties are carried out
 Mediate any conflicts or concerns
 Build a sense of teamwork within the sorority
 Act as liaison to the college for the sorority and other Greek organizations
 Design and plan all events and details of the rush process
 Recruit volunteers to help with various duties during rush
 Promote rush activities through designing flyers and posters
 Work collaboratively with Greek Life Coordinator
 Engage prospective members and portray a positive image of sorority

Participant, Youth-Led Participatory Action Research Group, John Bowne H.S., Flushing, NY 2014
 Reviewed internet images for impact on cultural perceptions focusing on Diversity and Race