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HECTOR L. VELAZQUEZ JR.

HECTOR L. VELAZQUEZ JR.

East Haven

Summary

Experienced with creating compelling digital designs that enhance user experience and engagement. Utilizes strong foundation in design principles and tools to deliver visually striking and effective solutions. Knowledge of collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive and consistent design outcomes.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Site Facilitator

Hamden Mobile Food Pantry
09.2017 - Current
  • Volunteer Supervision: Train, direct. and support volunteers during the distribution process to ensure efficient and respectful service.
  • Client Service and Outreach: Greet clients, provide information about available resources, and ensure a dignified, welcoming experience for all.
  • Community Collaboration: Work with local organizations, churches, schools, and municipalities to identify needs and promote pantry events.

Family Engagement Coordinator

Hamden Public Schools - Church Street School
06.2017 - Current
  • Increase parent engagement by collaborating with parents, school staff, the principal, district administrators, and community organizations
  • Act as a liaison between parents and staff to address concerns and needs
  • Organize Parent-Teacher conferences using Signup Genius, create promotional materials, and assist families in connecting to the platform
  • Provide Spanish translation services for staff and parents, including phone calls, document translation, school announcements, and meetings
  • Generate monthly attendance reports and, with the support of the student support team, engage with families of chronically absent or truant students
  • Facilitate events, programs, and resources that strengthen family-school relationships, including parent workshops, connecting families to food resources, and addressing needs impacting student success

Family Support Provider

Nurturing Family's Network
04.2013 - 05.2017
  • Conduct home visits with pre- and post-natal families enrolled in the program
  • Perform community outreach to recruit families into the program
  • Develop tailored action plans for each family using required and supplemental curricula, including: Parents as Teachers, Nurturing Father's Journal, National Fatherhood Initiative, Partners for a Healthy Baby, and Touchpoints
  • Conduct screenings and assessments for both children and parents
  • Refer families to community resources for additional support services
  • Participate in individual and group supervision, team meetings, planning activities, and ongoing training
  • Maintain detailed records of client contacts, services provided, outreach activities, and other required data


Education

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

WILBUR CROSS HIGH SCHOOL

Certificate - Family Development Credential

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT

Bachelor of Arts - Human Services

Gateway Community College
New Haven, CT
05-2027

Skills

  • Communication
  • Social media design
  • Digital illustration
  • Cultural Competency
  • Creativity
  • Proficiency in Design Software
  • Attention to Detail

Accomplishments

  • Hamden Hero recognition for his dedication to the Church Street School Community.
  • Nominee for the NY LIFE Love Takes Action Award.
  • Hamden Hero recognition for his dedication and leadership in alleviating hunger in the community.
  • Recognized Hispanic Hero in the Hamden Community.
  • Recognized "Game Changer Award" by the United Way Greater New Haven for making an impact in the greater New Haven community.
  • Selected as the guest speaker for the Connecticut Foodshare check donation presentation.

Certification

• People Empowering People Facilitator

• Facilitator 24/7 Dad Groups

• Family Development Credential

• Parent as Teachers affiliate

• Circles of Security Facilitator

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Site Facilitator

Hamden Mobile Food Pantry
09.2017 - Current

Family Engagement Coordinator

Hamden Public Schools - Church Street School
06.2017 - Current

Family Support Provider

Nurturing Family's Network
04.2013 - 05.2017

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

WILBUR CROSS HIGH SCHOOL

Certificate - Family Development Credential

University of Connecticut

Bachelor of Arts - Human Services

Gateway Community College

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