Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
Victoria Duke Beauty/Academy Of Glam
06.2012 - Current
Spearheaded all day to day operations for both business and school from purchasing, dealing with customers, vendors and students as well as developed educational tools (handouts, curriculum book and powerpoints). Also, was one of the instructors at the school.
Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
Oversaw daily operations, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Championed corporate social responsibility initiatives, engaging employees in community outreach events and fostering a positive company image.
Delivered exceptional customer experiences by implementing strategies focused on meeting evolving needs and expectations.
Negotiated price and service with vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
Managed purchasing, sales and customer account operations efficiently.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
ESE Paraprofessional
Dade County Public Schools
08.2003 - 06.2012
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, and counselors to ensure a comprehensive approach to supporting each student''s individual needs.
Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, and administrators about student needs and achievements, enhancing overall educational experience.
Promoted independence among ESE students by encouraging self-advocacy skills and fostering a sense of ownership over personal learning goals.
Navigated sensitive situations with confidentiality and professionalism, maintaining trust among stakeholders involved in students'' education plans.
Enhanced social skills development through peer interactions and group activities, promoting inclusive classroom communities.
Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
Accounting Clerk
City Of Coral Gables
02.1988 - 10.1995
Collaborated with other departments to resolve discrepancies in invoices or purchase orders, promoting smooth business operations.
Streamlined invoice processing by implementing efficient filing and tracking systems.
Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
Reduced late payment penalties by closely monitoring due dates and managing timely payments.
Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
Education
Associate of Arts - Computer Science And Accounting
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL
05.1984
Skills
Operations Oversight
Business Management
Staff training/development
Staff Scheduling
Sales Promotion
Special Promotions Planning
Proficient in Word, Power Point
Inventory Tracking and Management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Limited Working
Timeline
Director of Operations
Victoria Duke Beauty/Academy Of Glam
06.2012 - Current
ESE Paraprofessional
Dade County Public Schools
08.2003 - 06.2012
Accounting Clerk
City Of Coral Gables
02.1988 - 10.1995
Associate of Arts - Computer Science And Accounting