Andrea J. Medina
Waxhaw,NC
Summary
Human Resources expert with 10+ years of management experience and development of high-performing teams through recruitment, training, organizational development and evaluation of performance for top organizations. Strong record of accomplishment working with senior managers to build organization to meet performance goals. Strong background in directing hiring practices, skills development and working with executive team to achieve talent acquisition and retention goals. Focused on driving positive company culture.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal and Professional Development Coach
Insight Essence
Waxhaw, NC
10.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized coaching plans for clients to help them reach their development goals identifying obstacles and strategies for attaining greater fulfillment.
- Assisted clients with developing life management skills and coping mechanisms to handle daily living requirements.
- Developed and implemented development programs such as stress management, conflict resolution, negotiation, team management, communication skills, self-esteem, personal growth, and mindfulness techniques in both one-on-one and workshop environments.
Curriculum Coordinator
Kiddie Academy
Morris Plains, NJ
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Created and maintained lesson plans, activities, materials, and assessments.
- Provided professional development to teachers on effective implementation of curriculum materials.
- Facilitated communication among stakeholders regarding curriculum changes or updates.
- Compiled data from multiple sources to inform decisions about curriculum design and implementation.
- Maintained records of course offerings and enrollment information to ensure accurate reporting.
Lead Teacher
The Learning Experience
Denville, NJ
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student learning outcomes.
- Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
- Evaluated and improved classroom environment to promote ultimate learning experiences.
- Selected optimal curricula and planned daily lessons to meet needs of children with various developmental levels.
- Worked with teachers to design interactive lessons and increase student success.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes and performance information.
HR Manager
CTI Accounting Firm
05.2016 - 06.2019
- Responsible for the Human Resources strategy based on the objectives and organizational culture through skilled attraction, training, administration and retention of talent.
- Establish action plans that allows the career development of our collaborators measured by competency and ability solutions, impacting on high-performance teams.
- Directed HR programs, policies and processes to improve operational efficiency by creating metrics by objectives and performance.
- Development of change management, coaching, training and leadership programs.
- Coordinate full cycle of Recruitment process to fill open positions
HR Regional Supervisor
SAS Institute (Technology Solutions)
Mexico , Mexico City
11.2007 - 01.2015
- Regional responsibility of recruitment, talent administration, organizational development and training in Mexico, Colombia, Peru, Caribbean, with partial reporting to Canada.
- Create strategic programs aligned with the business objectives and best practices in order to empower the employee’s skills during their experience in SAS
- Developed design and delivery of technical and business training as well as orientation programs.
- Developed of an organizational culture focused in motivation, team work, communication and compromise with SAS
- Create job descriptions, career paths, retention plan with the ability to work with senior management teams to integrate the Human Resources functions within the overall business operation strategy
- Implementation of change management, coaching and leadership projects as well as 360‘ evaluation, talent pool and organizational environment measurements.
- To be a Great Place to Work company, increasing best practices that impact the organizational growth and driving profitability for LATAM Region
- Responsible of Talent Attraction strategy and full cycle of the process.
Recruitment & Selection IT Specialist
BearingPoint (Management & Technology Consultants)
01.2004 - 11.2007
- Developed recruiting strategies to meet current or anticipated staffing needs.
- Coordinate talent attraction full cycle process of key technology positions
- Reviewed employment applications and job orders to match applicants with job requirements.
- Selected qualified job applicants or referred to managers to make hiring recommendations.
- Conducted exit interviews and completed employment termination paperwork.
- Searched for qualified job candidates using computer databases, media advertisements or employee referrals.
Education
Psychologist Bachelor Degree -
UAG University / Valladolid University
Mexico /Spain01.2005
Skills
- Staffing and recruitment
- Employee engagement
- Employee evaluations
- Training development
- Leadership development
- Culture development
- Problem resolution
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Communication
- Team building
- Customer service
- Critical thinking
Languages
- English and Spanish
Certification
· Coaching Certification Program (Prosci)
· Instructor Training
· Talent Administration International Certification
· Talent Attraction 2.0 International Certification
· Global English Business International Certification
· Client Focus Certification
· Training Needs Assessment Course
· Change Management Certification
· Trainer and Training Development Certification
· Versatility Relationships Training
· The Remarkable Leader Certification
Timeline
Curriculum Coordinator
Kiddie Academy
06.2023 - 06.2024
Lead Teacher
The Learning Experience
08.2022 - 06.2023
Personal and Professional Development Coach
Insight Essence
10.2019 - Current
HR Manager
CTI Accounting Firm
05.2016 - 06.2019
HR Regional Supervisor
SAS Institute (Technology Solutions)
11.2007 - 01.2015
Recruitment & Selection IT Specialist
BearingPoint (Management & Technology Consultants)
01.2004 - 11.2007
Psychologist Bachelor Degree -
UAG University / Valladolid University