Carla Hernandez
Riverside,CA
Summary
Highly motivated and hyper-organized Project Coordinator offering more than three years managing a team of Engineers in order to help meet various deadlines, ensure thorough information is relayed in order to meet company standards, and manage the financial needs for each step of the project along the way. Strong ability to carry a large workload while remaining efficient and organized, communicating with contractors weekly via conference calls, and managing an online tracking system for hundreds of projects simultaneously.
Compassionate Dance and Colorguard Instructor offering a background in teaching and waitressing, with expertise in conducting meaningful and informative rehearsals, coupled with an in-depth understanding of different learning techniques and tools. Strong ability to adapt to various learning curves and personalities, while staying productive, positive, engaged, and observant.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Instructor
RUSD
06.2006 - 02.2020
- Advised and directed group, couple, and individual dance and colorguard performances
- Helped with coordination and administration of complete dance and colorguard program
- Collaborated in team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to all students
- Provided individual instruction to students
- Planned classes focusing on instruction, demonstration and work time
- Evaluated student progress and adjusted learning plans to foster progress
- Built rapport with students and parents to increase academic success and parent engagement
- Built positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
- Led group to many championship performances with several wins and accolades
- Covered safety and health guidelines to avoid injury and inform students fully on risks associated with dance.
Project Coordinator
Derra Design
02.2020 - Current
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Managed competing demands and professionally adapted to frequent change, delays and unexpected events.
- Maintained database and spreadsheets with accurate inventory and status.
- Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
- Established rapport and engaged with stakeholders to build lasting professional relationships.
- Assisted with onboarding newly hired staff members and coached on task prioritization.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Managed requests, PORs, for entire company and tracked through completion of deliverable and invoicing
Server
PF Chang's
06.2014 - 02.2020
- Trained new hires regularly
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Effective listening
- Clear public speaking skills, Assisted in preparing for special functions and banquets, served large parties effectively
- Managed closing duties, including restocking items and holding co-workers accountable for their closing responsibilities
- Met or exceeded sales targets on consistent basis with proactive promotional strategies and dessert mentions
Education
Court Reporting
Sage College
Moreno Valley, CARiverside City College
Skills
- Effective Multi-tasking
- Remote Team Management
- Project Organization
- Team Coordination
- Administrative Duties
- Organizational Performance
- Adaptability
- Effective Communication
Timeline
Project Coordinator
Derra Design
02.2020 - Current
Server
PF Chang's
06.2014 - 02.2020
Dance Instructor
RUSD
06.2006 - 02.2020
Court Reporting
Sage College
Riverside City College
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