
Accomplished Human Resources professional with extensive experience in talent acquisition, employee relations, and HR operations across healthcare and education sectors. Expertise in full-cycle recruiting, HR compliance, and performance management. Committed to fostering strong partnerships and delivering strategic HR solutions that align with organizational goals.
Supported the academic, behavioral, and social development of 20+ elementary students in a structured and inclusive classroom environment. Assisted the classroom teacher with planning and implementing daily lessons that reinforced curriculum objectives and student learning. Delivered one-on-one and small-group instructional support, enhancing student comprehension, participation, and academic performance. Monitored student progress, documented observations, and communicated effectively with teachers and parents regarding student needs and achievements. Reinforced positive behavior expectations using classroom management strategies that promoted a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment. Adapted instructional approaches to meet the diverse learning needs and abilities of individual students. Assisted with classroom organization, preparation of instructional materials, and maintenance of accurate student records. Partnered with teachers, administrators, and support staff to create strategies that boosted student engagement and success. Built strong relationships with students through encouragement, mentoring, and consistent support, fostering confidence and independence. Maintained confidentiality while handling sensitive student information in accordance with school policies and applicable regulations.
Provided individualized career coaching and transition counseling to active-duty Soldiers preparing for civilian employment, education, entrepreneurship, and retirement. Guided service members through all phases of the Department of Defense Transition Assistance Program, ensuring compliance with program requirements and career readiness standards. Conducted career assessments to identify strengths, transferable military skills, career interests, and individualized employment goals. Conducted workshops on resume writing, interviewing techniques, networking, LinkedIn optimization, salary negotiation, and job search strategies, enhancing participants' employability skills. Facilitated one-on-one career planning sessions to develop Individual Transition Plans (ITPs) aligned with clients' personal and professional goals, fostering a clear path to civilian employment. Counseled 25+ transitioning Soldiers daily on career planning and employment readiness. Assisted numerous service members in securing civilian employment, higher education enrollment, or vocational training following military service. Achieved compliance with Department of Defense program standards through meticulous documentation and performance monitoring, ensuring high-quality service delivery. Achieved approximately 90% employment readiness among participants.
Coordinated onboarding process for new employees by completing new hire paperwork, facilitating benefits enrollment, issuing COBRA notifications, and providing follow-up communication to ensure seamless transition into agency. Prepared applicant packets and communicated employment offers to selected candidates. Scheduled interviews, conducted professional reference checks, verified applicants' educational credentials, and reviewed and posted job vacancies to attract qualified candidates.Monitored annual performance evaluation processes and posted job openings to attract candidates. Maintained accurate employee records by entering and tracking personnel data and monitoring employee participation in required e-learning and training.
Career Development Facilitator - Clark's Career Workshop 06/2009-03/2012
HR Recruiter - CareSouth Carolina 06/2008-06/2009
Human Services Specialist/Employment Specialist - Lee County DSS 04/1999-06/2008