Cara Obi
Richmond,TX
Summary
Accomplished Educator, Sales, and Financial Professional eager to lead and develop. I bring many skills to the table, am adaptable to any environment, and am a life long learner. I look forward to becoming an asset to your organization.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Katy ISD
06.2020 - 09.2024
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Special Education Teacher
Lamar CISD
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
Special Education Teacher
Harmony Public Schools
12.2016 - 06.2018
- Implemented individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs, ensuring personalized support.
- Enhanced students' understanding of complex topics by incorporating interactive technologies and hands-on learning experiences.
- Collaborated with parents and other educators to develop comprehensive support plans, promoting student success.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
Division Director
Robert Half
09.2014 - 08.2016
- Managed a sales team of four recruiters
- Recruited IT professionals for various open positions for client companies
- Prospected companies in order to source their open positions
- Promoted to Division Director after 8 months
- Consistently met and exceeded sales goals month after month
Regional Vice President
Primerica
08.2020 - Current
- Led a team of district managers, ensuring consistent communication and collaboration for overall business success.
- Managed financial performance by setting budgets, monitoring expenses, and identifying areas for improvement.
- Increased regional sales by developing and implementing strategic sales plans.
- Prospect warm and cold market for new clients and business partners
- $200K in Assets Under Management
- Hire, train and develop new business partners
- Write and implement solid financial plans for individuals and businesses inclusive of investments, mortgages, life insurance
Sales Executive
Houston Chronicle
10.2008 - 08.2014
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Researched sales opportunities and possible leads to exceed sales goals and increase profits.
- Boosted sales revenue by cultivating strong client relationships and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Analyzed sales data regularly to monitor progress towards goals and make necessary adjustments to strategy as needed.
Sales Manager - Conferences Division
Marcus Evans
01.2001 - 06.2008
- Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Consistently met or exceeded quarterly sales targets through diligent effort and persistence in closing deals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Administration
University of Houston
Houston05.2000
Skills
Sales management
Teamwork and Collaboration
Attention to Detail
Excellent Communication
Differentiated Instruction
Classroom Management
Individual Education Plans IEPs
Goals and performance
Relationship Building
Certification
- TEA - Core Subject EC-6, Core Subjects 4-8, Special Education EC-12, ESL EC-12
- TDI - Life Insurance License - active
- FINRA - SIE, Seris 6, Series 63, Series 26 - active
- NMLS - MLO license - active
Timeline
Regional Vice President
Primerica
08.2020 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Katy ISD
06.2020 - 09.2024
Special Education Teacher
Lamar CISD
06.2018 - 06.2020
Special Education Teacher
Harmony Public Schools
12.2016 - 06.2018
Division Director
Robert Half
09.2014 - 08.2016
Sales Executive
Houston Chronicle
10.2008 - 08.2014
Sales Manager - Conferences Division
Marcus Evans
01.2001 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Science - Sports Administration
University of Houston
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