CANDY SANTANA
ENTERTAINMENT HOST
SANTO DOMINGO
Summary
Experienced and dedicated counselor with a strong work ethic, deep compassion, and a genuine desire to provide children with valuable advice, support, and guidance. Committed Nanny & Early Years Coordinator for over 8 years, passionate about instilling in children the importance of lifelong learning, while fostering their early motor skills, health, and fitness. Takes pride in serving as a positive role model through active involvement in social, recreational, sporting, theatrical, and craft programs and activities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
HOST ENTERTAINMENT/KIDS COUNSELOR
Holland American Line Ltd
12.2022 - Current
- Following and conducting duties that are specified on the entertainment schedule
- organize events/activities for families
- Promotes and organizes children's activities (games, sport activities, etc.) whilst building trust with their parents;
- Provides daily briefing to all guests regarding activities onboard
- Host Games Nights and trivia's for the guest
EARLY YEARS COORDINATOR
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd
04.2016 - 07.2022
- As the Early Years Coordinator I oversees the program for under 3 year's old children and under 5 program and I am responsible for the implementation of all early year programming as it relates to the Educational Programs
- I also oversee all the social, educational and entertainment needs for all the children on board
- I provides a combination of programming and implementing early year's recreation, sports and or childhood education for ages 6 months to 5 years all under the direction of the Youth Program Manager
- Introducing babies and toddlers to basic concepts, such as manners, by reading to them and playing with them often helping preschool-age children prepare for kindergarten
- Involving the children in creative activities, Such as art, dance, and music.
KIDS EXPERIENCE MANAGER
Hotel Bahia Principe
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Assigned and oversaw daily site cleanup by counselors
- Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environment by monitoring activity of campers to identify and address behavioral issues.
- Completed and maintained time and attendance forms and inventory lists.
- Administered first aid and notified emergency medical personnel.
NURSERY ATTENDANT
Norwegian Cruise Line
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Organized and planned age-appropriate reading, crafts and music lessons.
- Supervised and cared for children ages 6 month to 5 years Old.
- Recorded child behavior, food and medication information for supervisors.
TEACHER'S ASSISTANT
Saint George School
10.2013 - 04.2015
- Monitored students in class, hallways and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
- Used lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods to present subject matter to students under direction and guidance of teachers.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Assisted teachers with instruction and provided clerical support for diverse needs.
- Organized student performance and enrichment activities to facilitate learning.
Education
Bachelor - Marketing
0&M UNIVERSITY
Skills
- Children Counseling
- Childcare provider
- Youth program management
- Specialized knowledge in special education
- Costumer Service
- Patience
- Calm manner
- Experience with Special Needs
- Experience of working with children and vulnerable adults
- Knowledge of teen trends and Preferences
Team collaboration
Certification
Advance Child Care Certification with pediatric first aid/CPR/AED American Red Cross
Timeline
HOST ENTERTAINMENT/KIDS COUNSELOR
Holland American Line Ltd
12.2022 - Current
KIDS EXPERIENCE MANAGER
Hotel Bahia Principe
10.2020 - 01.2021
NURSERY ATTENDANT
Norwegian Cruise Line
06.2018 - 01.2019
EARLY YEARS COORDINATOR
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd
04.2016 - 07.2022
TEACHER'S ASSISTANT
Saint George School
10.2013 - 04.2015
Bachelor - Marketing
0&M UNIVERSITY
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