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Diana Latour

Miami,FL

Summary

Enthusiastic employee with a degree in political science from the University of South Florida. Knowledgeable about current geopolitical landscape and historical trends. Ready to leverage training to make a positive impact within the community. Articulate communicator with strong analytical and relationship-building abilities. Eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel.

Work History

Placement Specialist

CareerSource South Florida, CSSF


  • Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
  • Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience.
  • Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
  • Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
  • Developed recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates and build network.
  • Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements.
  • Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external recruiters to obtain referrals to qualified candidates.

Interviewer

Francophone Alliance : Afrique Today
  • Covered special events and breaking news with eye for detail and tenacious pursuit of important information.
  • Anchored broadcast program with audience engagement.
  • Helped shape narrative on key issues through effective storytelling and knowledge of public opinion.
  • Interviewed guests on specific topics.
  • Conducted comprehensive research and developed targeted questions for use in guest interviews.

Instructor

Kid Power
  • Effectively implemented enrichment activities and curriculum designed to help inner city DC students become engaged in their community .
  • Helped raise the attendance and graduation rate of DC youth through positive engagement and creating a safe environment for them to learn, show courage and grow as individuals
  • Coordinated and led STEM, art with a purpose , veggie time and citizenship activities for both small and large groups.
  • Designed activities that help students become mentally and physically healthy members of their community thus creating a strong foundation for their success.
  • Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and activities
  • Created weekly newsletter that showcases the different enrichment activities that students engage in as well as their progress.

Canvassing Trainer

The Grassroots Team
  • Trained and mentored new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
  • Went to over 100 doors daily to educate and sign up potential donors.
  • Exceeded donor targets by double through effective public education, communication and persuasion.
  • Interacted with and educated residents in the DMV area to promote the anti voter suppression campaign of People for the American Way. Also worked to promote Amnesty Internationals police accountability campaign.
  • Obtained updated contact information from all donor and verified data for accuracy.
  • Displayed leadership ability by being named the top canvasser in the nation for People for the American way on several occasions via the company newsletter.

English Foreign Trainer

Disney English
  • Employed diverse teaching approaches to help students of all abilities understand material.
  • Organized detailed list of resources to help students go beyond classroom environments and delve into topics of interest.
  • Defined and articulated learning outcomes, including measurements, performance metrics and changes to improve student learning.
  • Designed and developed instructional activities using data from student learning style assessments.
  • Developed interesting lectures and educational activities to maximize learning within classroom.
  • Selected and prepared educational resources, taking account of students' interests and cultural backgrounds.
  • Developed lesson plans and adapted curriculum to meet individual needs of students.

Administrative Assistant

University Of South Florida
  • Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze and report on performance and sales data.
  • Created PowerPoint presentations for business development purposes.
  • Composed internal memos and external correspondence for senior management and reviewed all documentation to eliminate errors.
  • Coached new employees on administrative procedures, company policies and performance standards.
  • Processed invoices and expenses to facilitate on-time payment.
  • Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University Of South Florida
Tampa, FL

Certification - Paralegal

University of Miami
Miami, FL

Practice Area Concentration Certification - Litigation

University of Miami
Miami, FL

Certification -

TEFL Children
Teachers College Colombia University

Certification -

TEFL China
Foreign Administration Of Experts

Skills

  • Fluent in Haitian creole
  • Group Instruction
  • Detail-oriented
  • Project support
  • Strategic planning and analysis
  • Effective communication skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Needs assessment
  • Proactive decision making
  • Documentation proficiency
  • Organization and Time management

Timeline

Placement Specialist

CareerSource South Florida, CSSF

Interviewer

Francophone Alliance : Afrique Today

Instructor

Kid Power

Canvassing Trainer

The Grassroots Team

English Foreign Trainer

Disney English

Administrative Assistant

University Of South Florida

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University Of South Florida

Certification - Paralegal

University of Miami

Practice Area Concentration Certification - Litigation

University of Miami

Certification -

TEFL Children

Certification -

TEFL China

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