Brenda Villarreal
Eagle Pass,USA
Summary
Results-driven professional with a decade of expertise in crafting and executing impactful training programs that drive organizational success for diverse organizational needs. A dynamic and motivated producer who generates significant cost-savings by streamlining training procedures and leveraging effective people management strategies to engage employees and reduce turnover.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Talent Acquisition Manager
Pomelo Care
Remote
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Collaborated with senior leadership to define hiring requirements, develop job descriptions, and establish recruiting priorities, leading to an effective hiring process.
- Work closely with HR and new hires to ensure a smooth transition and positive initial experience, which contributed to higher retention rates and employee satisfaction.
- Conduct annual training and development needs assessments, including evaluation of leadership and culture trainings for executives.
- Increased the quality of new hires by refining job descriptions, setting clear expectations, and establishing performance metrics for success.
- Developed and executed a company-wide training strategy that increased employee engagement by 35% and improved overall performance metrics.
Training Program Leads
Eleanor Health
Remote
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with department heads to customize training materials and programs to meet specific team needs, enhancing departmental efficiency by 15%.
- Maintain training and development records for staff, design and conduct appropriate follow-up studies for all completed training and development activity.
- Develop effective training materials utilizing a variety of media and delivery methods in consideration of different learning styles and multi-language challenges.
- Presented at conferences or other professional forums on the successes achieved through various outreach initiatives led by team.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to discuss progress updates, challenges faced, and brainstorm solutions towards achieving program objectives.
English Teacher
Frank Newman Middle School
Cotulla, TX
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Developed engaging lesson plans, enhancing student comprehension and literary analysis skills
- Facilitated classroom discussions, fostering critical thinking and collaborative learning.
- Implemented mentorship program for more than 80 students within training sessions to foster peer-to-peer learning and support.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Evaluate and understand strengths and weaknesses from students and utilize information to develop and improve trainings for all levels.
Case Manager
Serving Children Adults in Need, Inc.
Eagle Pass, TX
01.2017 - 08.2019
- Managed caseload of 50+ clients, developing personalized care plans and ensuring compliance with regulations
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services, leading to improved client outcomes.
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies.
Training Coordinator
Kids Are First, Inc.
Eagle Pass, TX
02.2013 - 05.2017
- Coordinated logistics for training events, including scheduling facilities and managing participant registration.
- Promoted continuous learning within the organization by encouraging 50 employee engagement in training opportunities.
- Maintained training materials, including manuals and e-learning modules, which improved accessibility and knowledge retention.
- Build and update training and development programs by securing existing training programs and supporting materials.
- Provided administrative support for training initiatives, including scheduling, tracking attendance, and generating reports.
Education
Master of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX12.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies-Bilingual Education
Sul Ross State University
Eagle Pass, TX08.2017
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Southwest Texas Junior College
Eagle Pass, TX05.2015
Skills
- Project Management
- Team Leadership
- Budget Management
- Community Engagement
- Strategic Planning
- Partnership Development
- Communication skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Risk Management
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Time Management
Certification
- CPR/AED/First Aid, American Heart Association-01/2023, 01/2025
- Introduction to Motivational Interviewing, UT HEALTH- 2/2021
- Mental Health First Aid, SAMSHA- 08/2021, 08/2024
- Texas Educator Certificate- ELA 4-8
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Manager
Pomelo Care
08.2022 - 07.2024
Training Program Leads
Eleanor Health
07.2020 - 08.2022
English Teacher
Frank Newman Middle School
08.2019 - 05.2020
Case Manager
Serving Children Adults in Need, Inc.
01.2017 - 08.2019
Training Coordinator
Kids Are First, Inc.
02.2013 - 05.2017
Master of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Lamar University
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies-Bilingual Education
Sul Ross State University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Southwest Texas Junior College