Caterina D’Amico
Architect
Beverly Hills,CA
Summary
“I love to draft and use digital design software. I am passionate about architecture and art. In my free time I restore and create furniture. I love beautiful objects and dwellings especially when they are also practical, comfortable, and functional. I love teaching architecture because I am passionate about the field and have the opportunity of learning something new every day".
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CTE Teacher Engineering and Arhitecture
LAUSD
03.2023 - Current
- Taught specialized subject matter and motivated students to achieve maximum potential.
- Adapted teaching materials and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments.
- Encouraged students to think independently and develop and express original ideas.
- Selected and requisitioned books and instructional materials.
- Developed lesson plans and instructional materials.
- Presented lectures and conducted discussions to increase students' knowledge and competence using visual aids such as graphs, charts and slides.
- Engaged students in academic and practical conversations that elicited critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.
- Provided instructional handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials to facilitate learning.
- Connected instruction to real-world experiences and to students' post-secondary goals.
Architect
Self Employed
09.2019 - Current
- Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
- Researched materials to determine appropriate selection for projects.
- Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.
- Performed complex architectural and design assignments, applying innovative architectural design concepts and advanced professional knowledge.
- Reviewed contractor proposals to determine favorable partnerships for on-time and under-budget project completion..
Project Manager
My Talent Team, HR Value, Iris
08.2006 - 04.2010
- Presented and obtained funds by the European Community
- Coordinated Master programs for professionals funded by the Italian government
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
Executive Manager
British Institutes
09.2003 - 07.2006
- Built and deepened relationships with internal and external personnel to enhance client retention and growth plans.
- Created, managed, and executed business plan and communicated company vision and objectives to motivate teams.
- Communicated with customers and vendors positively with particular attention to problem resolution.
- Coordinated team schedules to keep shifts properly staffed during busy periods.
- Improved business profits through innovative cost containment and revenue generation techniques.
Owner/Operator
British Institutes
09.1999 - 08.2003
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Trained and developed team members to build human capital.
HR Director
British Institutes
09.1995 - 07.1999
- Researched new teaching methodologies and Software for training
- Directed hiring and onboarding programs for new employees.
- Produced and implemented teaching strategies and material
- Designed and implemented new products and services
- Managed other HR staff and oversaw completion of tasks and initiatives.
- Interviewed potential hires, negotiated salaries and benefits and performed reference checks.
Sales and Marketing Director
British Institutes
09.1993 - 08.1995
- Defined and selected products and services
- Designed and managed ad campaigns
- Produced and organized client database
- Established and directed sales strategies
- Used analytics to evaluate performance and opportunities for improvements in merchandising, site activity and user behavior.
- Identified trends, areas of opportunity, scale and potential improvements to drive ongoing business vision and optimization.
Teacher
The Quantock Institutes
09.1991 - 08.1993
- Taught General English at all levels
- Created and implemented specific glossaries and booklets
- Improved teaching methods and materials
- Designed books and organized teaching materials
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Education
Master of Architecture - Architecture
Boston Architectural College
Boston, MA12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
American University
07.1994
Master of Science - Business
Other Masters
Skills
- Student Mentoring
- Progress Tracking
- Performance Evaluation
- Differentiated Instruction
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Organizational Skills
- Bilingual in [Language]
Certification
Software MS Office + + + + Revit + + + Photoshop + + + + AutoCAD + + + Rhino + + + Illustrator + + + + Sketchup + + + + Enscape + + + + InDesign + + +
Languages
Italian
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CTE Teacher Engineering and Arhitecture
LAUSD
03.2023 - Current
Architect
Self Employed
09.2019 - Current
Project Manager
My Talent Team, HR Value, Iris
08.2006 - 04.2010
Executive Manager
British Institutes
09.2003 - 07.2006
Owner/Operator
British Institutes
09.1999 - 08.2003
HR Director
British Institutes
09.1995 - 07.1999
Sales and Marketing Director
British Institutes
09.1993 - 08.1995
Teacher
The Quantock Institutes
09.1991 - 08.1993
Master of Architecture - Architecture
Boston Architectural College
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
American University
Master of Science - Business
Other Masters
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