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Alejandro DeckerMartinez

Honolulu,HI

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Teacher, Kindergarten

President Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
Honolulu, HI
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Collaborated with classroom teachers to ensure alignment with current educational standards and
    best practices.
  • Conducted small group activities and delivered personalized one-on-one instruction to address
    individual student needs.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with teaching peers responsible for specific courses and with administrative staff overseeing grade and school objectives.
  • Prioritized student safety during after-school hours by assisting students, parents, and staff in ensuring secure placement in vehicles.
  • Leveraged my public health background, particularly in nutrition and obesity, to integrate health

Security Manager

Allied Universal Security Services
Honolulu, HI
11.2020 - 08.2021
  • Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities by successfully juggling the responsibilities of a dedicated full-time student while simultaneously excelling in the security manager role. Interacted extensively with individuals from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, states, and international communities. Effectively managed security teams, enforced protocols, and upheld stringent standards.
  • Proficiently conducted comprehensive investigations into security incidents, hazards, and emergencies. Produced meticulous reports crucial for safety, insurance claims, law enforcement, and conservation efforts, including endangered bird species in Hawaii

Student Researcher

Kokua Kalihi Valley
Honolulu, HI
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Conducted an extensive literature review spanning over 100 pages, encompassing various topics
    such as Kalihi, Oahu, Hawaii, Obesity, Youth nutrition, healthy eating habits, SES, Food desert, Food swamp, and strategies to combat obesity.
  • Proficiently collected, organized, and managed data using Zotero, creating fact sheets, tables, and
    graphs to summarize research findings effectively.
  • Public Health Capstone, Practicum, and Worksite Focus: Directed my academic endeavors and worksite experiences toward my primary interest in public health, explicitly emphasizing healthy eating and active lifestyle promotion.
  • Impactful Engagement with Stakeholders: My work garnered significant attention from local stakeholders and politicians. This engagement has provided valuable connections and opportunities to advance some innovative ideas presented during my capstone presentation, which was shared on YouTube.

Area Manager

USMC
Multiple Locations Nationally/Inter
06.2010 - 07.2018
  • Successfully coordinated and managed annual health education classes covering various topics, including tobacco cessation, nutrition, health awareness, and readiness. Demonstrated a commitment to enhancing the well-being and enthusiasm of the team through comprehensive and engaging educational initiatives.
  • Spearheaded initiatives to instill healthy habits within the team, encompassing improved dietary choices, effective time management, strategies for quality sleep, and structured exercise routines focusing on recovery. This commitment to enhancing the well-being of my squad resulted in a consistently recognized “Main Effort” unit, with Marines demonstrating improved health and
    readiness.
  • Managed and prioritized physical fitness, nutrition, and recovery as foundational components in all training curriculums as Chief Martial Arts Instructor, resulting in a marked reduction in injury rates. Recognized the need for improved adult education on proper exercise, nutrition, and recovery, prompting a transition into the public health field.
  • Orchestrated a 4-week joint military exercise set amidst the mountains of Pyeongchang, coinciding with the 2018 Winter Olympics. Notably, the media recognized and utilized our project for counterpropaganda purposes. Received commendation and support from the Commandant of the ROK Marines and esteemed Korean War veterans of Korean heritage for our dedicated efforts in reinforcing the capabilities of both forces and fostering enduring relationships.
  • Demonstrated exceptional cross-cultural collaboration and diplomacy skills during joint military exercises, promoting practical cooperation between U.S. Marines and Republic of Korea (ROK) Marines. Successfully bridged cultural and language barriers, contributing to the overall success of the exercises and strengthening international partnerships.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Pashto

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI
05.2021

Master of Arts - Elementary Education (In Progress)

Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI

Skills

  • Behavioral Modeling
  • Community Building/Engagement
  • Project Management
  • Communications
  • Health Equity
  • Research and Reporting
  • Change Management
  • Policy Advocacy
  • Public Health Knowledge
  • Team Leadership
  • Social Media
  • Strategic Planning
  • Data Analysis
  • Cultural Competency
  • Public Speaker
  • Mac OSX, Google Suite
  • Problem Solver

Accomplishments

I recently completed a Capstone Project and practicum on improving access to healthy food in Oahu/ to combat obesity within the community. My work received praise and support from the Junior Chamber of Commerce, Lions International, and local stakeholders, and there are plans to implement my recommendations with the city and county of Honolulu.

I am proud to have been recognized as an "Honor Squad" member in the Advanced Infantrymen Course, where I received the "Instructors Choice" award. I also received the instructor's choice at the MACE school in Quantico, VA. The mentioned awards were due to leadership and teamwork. I also achieved a literature review while assisting with Kokua Kalihi Valley to combat obesity and had a previous experience testimony with HCAN.

Additionally, I was elected as the Director of the Cyber Lions for the 50th district Lions.

Affiliations

  • Lions Club (Director of 50th district)
  • Jaycees: (JCI Honolulu)
  • Hawaii Public Health Institute
  • Hawaii Public Health Association

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Quote

People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but they will never forget how you made them feel
Maya Angelou

Timeline

Student Teacher, Kindergarten

President Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2022

Student Researcher

Kokua Kalihi Valley
01.2021 - 05.2021

Security Manager

Allied Universal Security Services
11.2020 - 08.2021

Area Manager

USMC
06.2010 - 07.2018

Some College (No Degree) - Pashto

San Diego State University

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

Hawaii Pacific University

Master of Arts - Elementary Education (In Progress)

Hawaii Pacific University

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