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Adán Suárez
Administrator / Educator / Community Builder
Pasco,WA
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent public relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Managing Director
Jubilee Foundation
Pasco , WA
11.2012 - 01.2023
- Managed over 20 staff and nearly annual budget of $2 Million.
- Full supervision of operations in community spanning from 129 units of affordable housing, Community Building Operations, Youth Programming, and Public Relations.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Spearheaded successful business development initiatives aligned with company's strategy and key indicators.
- Led change and transformation across business areas to deliver benefits and align company resources and values.
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for organization.
Director, High School Equivalency Program
Columbia Basin College
Pasco , WA
07.2005 - 11.2012
- Managed 8 staff and annual budget of nearly $500,000.
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with administration staff to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly
Coordinator, Instituto Mexicanos Del Extranjero
Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WA
04.2009 - 12.2009
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Prepared all required fiscal and technical reports relating to program progress.
Volunteer Adjunct Instructor
Tri-Cities Hispanic Chamber Of Commerce
Pasco, WA
04.2007 - 03.2010
- Created and implemented course agendas, lesson plans and activities to successfully meet course objectives.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Taught "Screening Your Business Ideas" classes in business.
Director, Housing Urban Development HSIAC
Columbia Basin College
Pasco , WA
09.2007 - 04.2009
- Worked closely with organizational leadership to guide operational strategy.
- Formed strategic partnerships and connected with business owners to drive business development by way of facade improvements.
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Lead community advisory committee and produced monthly reports.
- Conducted meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to attain production objectives
- Advised and assisted in purchasing, managing proper Inventory and distribution of all acquired equipment.
Instructor, L.E.A.D Camp
Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WA
07.2008 - 07.2008
- Taught summer leadership camp for middle school age students.
- Developed collaboratively with other staff for Leading Early to Achieve Dreams curriculum, designed for adolescent students to gain knowledge about what it takes to gain interpersonal skills, understanding self-potential, values, problem solving, and development of short and long term goals.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Collaborated with other staff to design fun and enriching learning activities for students.
English as a Second Language Instructor
Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WA
09.2004 - 06.2008
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Documented student attendance and progress against goals.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
- Adopted new technologies and online platforms to facilitate student learning.
Instructor, Centro Bilingüe Summer Camp
Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WA
07.2005 - 07.2007
- Taught Spanish language camp through week long lessons for ages 9-12th grades.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Collaborated with administration to secure budget.
Assoc. Director, High School Equivalency Program
Columbia Basin College
Pasco , WA
03.2004 - 06.2005
- Supervised instructors and staff.
- Provided student academic and career advising.
- Conducted presentations to statewide and local entities for recruiting students.
- Administered operational budget according to federal and institutional policies, authorized expenditures.
- Maintained aggressive media campaign.
- Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Monitored and evaluated program to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Assisted in liaison with state migrant agencies, school district, community, state and national programs.
- Coordinated quarterly newsletters.
Spanish Instructor
Columbia Basin College
Pasco , WA
09.2004 - 06.2005
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
Curriculum & Instruction Specialist, HEP
Columbia Basin College
Pasco , WA
06.2001 - 02.2004
- Provided instruction in reading, math, and language art subjects.
- Assessed and documented student learning.
- Used technology for instruction purposes.
- Planned, coordinated and performed recruitment activities.
- Coordinated and evaluated eligibility assessments for prospective program participants.
- Advised students and helped student with admission and registration.
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing benchmark lessons and identifying curriculum needs of faculty.
- Researched and incorporated current trends and data into standard curriculum for Language Arts Reading & Writing, Math, Science and Social Studies.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
Tutor, S.A.I.L. Program
EWU
Cheney , WA
09.2000 - 12.2000
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
Tutor, P.L.U.S.
Easter Washington University
Cheney , WA
09.1998 - 06.1999
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Washington State University
Richland, WA 08.2002 - 05.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA 01.1998 - 12.2000
Some College (No Degree) - Literature Classes
Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara
Guadalajara, MX 08.1999 - 12.1999
High School Diploma -
Othello High School
Othello, WA 08.1990 - 06.1994
Skills
Business Development
Software
Adobe
Social media
Construction
In addition to overseeing community building operations which involved the construction development of 252 single family homes, 129 Multi Family units, a leasing office and recreation center, I enjoy working with my hands and building things around the house. In 2019, I built a 40'X60' Pole barn shop with a 12'X60' lean to. Additionally, In 2022 I built our 20'X44' in-ground pool.
Volunteer
- COPA - Board Member July 2022-Present
- WSU Medical for Spanish Advisory Board 2022
- LULAC - Board Member 2015-2017
- Tri-Cities Legislative Council - Board Member 2011
- Tri-Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce - Board Member 2005-2011
- National HEP/CAMP Board of Directors - Parliamentarian 2008-2010
- Junior Achievement - Volunteer Business Instructor 2009
- First Night Tri-Cities - Board Member 2006-2009
Awards & Honors
- OIC of WA - Recognition for serving the migrant seasonal farm work community 2011
- TCHCC Board Member of the Year 2007
- HEP Commitment & Dedication to Serving the Migrant Community 2005
- Outstanding TRIO Alumni 2004
- McNair Scholar 1999
Timeline
Managing Director
Jubilee Foundation
11.2012 - 01.2023
Coordinator, Instituto Mexicanos Del Extranjero
Columbia Basin College
04.2009 - 12.2009
Instructor, L.E.A.D Camp
Columbia Basin College
07.2008 - 07.2008
Director, Housing Urban Development HSIAC
Columbia Basin College
09.2007 - 04.2009
Volunteer Adjunct Instructor
Tri-Cities Hispanic Chamber Of Commerce
04.2007 - 03.2010
Director, High School Equivalency Program
Columbia Basin College
07.2005 - 11.2012
Instructor, Centro Bilingüe Summer Camp
Columbia Basin College
07.2005 - 07.2007
English as a Second Language Instructor
Columbia Basin College
09.2004 - 06.2008
Spanish Instructor
Columbia Basin College
09.2004 - 06.2005
Assoc. Director, High School Equivalency Program
Columbia Basin College
03.2004 - 06.2005
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Washington State University
08.2002 - 05.2004
Curriculum & Instruction Specialist, HEP
Columbia Basin College
06.2001 - 02.2004
Tutor, S.A.I.L. Program
EWU
09.2000 - 12.2000
Some College (No Degree) - Literature Classes
Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara
08.1999 - 12.1999
Tutor, P.L.U.S.
Easter Washington University
09.1998 - 06.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Eastern Washington University
01.1998 - 12.2000
High School Diploma -
Othello High School
08.1990 - 06.1994