Andreia Facao
South River
Summary
Detail-oriented Learning and Development Coordinator with a strong foundation in education and experience in designing and delivering impactful learning experiences. Led initiatives in onboarding, professional development, and performance coaching while fostering collaboration across teams and building inclusive programs. Focused on enhancing employee engagement and aligning learning strategy with organizational goals through effective communication and instructional design.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Learning and Development Coordinator
WilkinGuttenplan, P.C.
East Brunswick
09.2024 - Current
- Training Program Development: Design, coordinate, and implement learning and development initiatives aligned with business goals, including onboarding, soft skills training, and technical development programs.
- Learning Needs Analysis: Partner with coaches, managers, and department leaders to identify skill gaps, establish learning objectives, and develop training paths tailored to individual and team needs.
- Training Content Development: Create and maintain training materials, procedure guides, and knowledge resources to ensure consistent messaging and accessibility across the firm.
- LMS Administration: Administer and maintain the firm's Learning Management System (LCvista), including learning track development, reporting, user support, and compliance tracking.
- Managed end-to-end logistics for internal and external training programs, ensuring smooth execution through CPE coordination, room setup, food orders, trainer communication, and postsession evaluations.
- Evaluated training effectiveness through assessments, surveys, and coaching feedback, driving continuous improvement and supporting measurable outcomes.
- Continuous Improvement & Industry Trends: Stay current on HR and L&D trends to recommend improvements in employee experience, professional development, and operational efficiency.
Educator
Woodrow Wilson Middle, Edison, NJ; New Brunswick Middle, New Brunswick, NJ
09.2021 - 06.2024
- Increased Learner Achievement: Pioneered an engaging project-based learning model tailored to educational standards, facilitating a dynamic learning atmosphere and achieving a significant 20% rise in standardized test scores for over 60 enrolled students.
- Learner Engagement Success: Implemented a feedback loop with students to refine lesson effectiveness continuously; this initiative resulted in 90% of students reporting a greater understanding of the material and a personalized approach to learning.
- Performance Evaluation: Developed and implemented a comprehensive evaluation system integrating diverse assessment methods, enhancing the effectiveness of student evaluations.
- Policy Integration: Streamlined integration of policies and procedures with educational standards, aligning objectives to enhance overall performance and learner satisfaction.
- Trainer: Crafted tailored DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) materials and resources that served as foundational tools for training over 60 staff members; these resources improved employee engagement scores in follow-up surveys by 30% within three months.
- Inclusive Adaptability: Designed and delivered dynamic presentations across multiple formats (in-person, remote, asynchronous, synchronous), successfully engaging diverse learners by incorporating necessary accommodations and modifications.
- Performance Evaluation: Designed and implemented a robust evaluation system that integrated a variety of assessment methods.
- Inclusive Adaptability: Created and delivered engaging presentations in various formats (in-person, remote, asynchronous, synchronous), effectively accommodating diverse learner needs.
- Team Collaboration: Fostered a collaborative environment by implementing a shared digital workspace for team initiatives, resulting in a streamlined communication process that is now utilized by 10+ team members across multiple departments.
Education
Master of Human Resource Management -
George Washington University
Washington, DC 09.2024 - 07.2026
Bachelor of Arts - English and Secondary Education
Monmouth University
West Long Branch, NJ 09.2016 - 01.2021
Skills
- Instructional Design
- Adult Learning Theory / ADDIE
- Learning Management Systems
- Needs Assessments
- Employee training
- Data-informed instruction
- Project Management
- Program Coordination
- Performance management
- Process Improvement
- Data Analysis
- Policy Development
- Google Suite
- Microsoft Office
- Canva
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Public Speaking
- Data-informed instruction
- Project management
- Content development
- Onboarding programs
- Training delivery
- E-learning design
- Blended learning
- Adult learning theory
- Soft skills training
- Adult learning principles
- Needs analysis
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Portuguese, Fluent
- Spanish, Conversational
Hr Coordinator Highlights
- English, Fluent
- Portuguese, Fluent
- Spanish, Conversational
Awards
- English, Fluent
- Portuguese, Fluent
- Spanish, Conversational
Timeline
Master of Human Resource Management -
George Washington University
09.2024 - 07.2026
Learning and Development Coordinator
WilkinGuttenplan, P.C.
09.2024 - Current
Educator
Woodrow Wilson Middle, Edison, NJ; New Brunswick Middle, New Brunswick, NJ
09.2021 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - English and Secondary Education
Monmouth University
09.2016 - 01.2021