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Edward Walsh

Hollywood

Summary

Parent of non verbal autistic daughter, seeking to change careers from Human Relations to Educator, specializing in ESE classrooms.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Kelly Educational Services
04.2025 - Current
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Most frequent assignments were to Gulfstream Early Learning Academy, Hallandale Beach, FL
  • Most frequent assignments were in ESE classrooms
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

Human Resources Director

The Retreat of Broward, Inc.
01.2017 - 07.2024
  • Ran the HR operations for a small alcohol and drug detox center.
  • Processed employee claims involving performance issues and harassment.
  • Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency and improved service delivery.
  • Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
  • Directed recruitment efforts to bring in local talent for long term positions.
  • Handled on-boarding process for newly hired employees and distributed all paperwork.
  • Oversaw annual performance review process, providing guidance to managers on setting goals and measuring employee progress.
  • Implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and company regulations.
  • Spearheaded diversity and inclusion efforts, fostering a welcoming workplace environment for all staff members.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with other department leaders to align HR strategy with overall business objectives.
  • Managed benefits administration, ensuring cost-effective coverage options for employees while staying within budget constraints.
  • Oversaw workers' compensation program for employees injured on job.
  • Answered employee inquiries regarding health benefits and 401k options.

Human Resources Director

Fort Lauderdale Addiction Treatment Center
04.2012 - 08.2017

Ran HR operations for small residential addiction treatment center.

Outreach Specialist

G and G Holistic Addiction Treatment Center
07.2010 - 04.2012

Handled incoming calls from perspective clients for potential admission to an addiction treatment center.

Education

Social Work

Union Institute And University
Cincinnati, OH
08-2017

Skills

  • Classroom behavior management
  • Responsive to changing circumstances
  • Relationship building and management
  • Enhancing student interaction

Interests

I'm a part time working musician that enjoys concerts, running, cooking, and travel

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

Kelly Educational Services
04.2025 - Current

Human Resources Director

The Retreat of Broward, Inc.
01.2017 - 07.2024

Human Resources Director

Fort Lauderdale Addiction Treatment Center
04.2012 - 08.2017

Outreach Specialist

G and G Holistic Addiction Treatment Center
07.2010 - 04.2012

Social Work

Union Institute And University