Focused education professional with master's degree in psychology and experience helping students achieve education goals. Talented at building lasting relationships and partnering with others to meet objectives. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Faculty Professor
Miami Dade College
Hialeah, FL
01.2023 - Current
Developed and implemented psychology curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
Developed and kindled professional relationships with students to better communicate and enhance instruction.
Worked cooperatively with other members of faculty and staff to contribute to overall institutional effectiveness.
Identified academic strengths and obstacles and developed instructional techniques to accommodate different learning styles.
Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
Advised students in academic matters to improve successful course completion.
STEM Instructor
Nexplore
Miami, FL
01.2023 - Current
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
Offered clear and constructive student discipline, discouraging inappropriate behavior and bullying.
Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Community Engagement Liaison
S.E.E.K Foundation
Miami Gardens, FL
08.2022 - 01.2023
Oversaw social media presence and aligned posts to include branding and trending ideas.
Taught in-house employees strategies for successful internal and external communications.
Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Fostered positive relationships with key businesses. .
Curriculum Specialist
S.E.E.K. Foundation
Miami Gardens, FL
07.2022 - 01.2023
Collaborated with colleagues in developing benchmark lessons and identifying curriculum needs of faculty.
Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms.
Effectively implemented best training practices and learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
Worked closely with instructors to prepare online materials, content, and tools to facilitate training globally.
Designed course materials and supported implementation.
Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
Organized, scheduled and facilitated 7 different workshops to implement digital literacy to adults taught by students.
STEM Instructor
S.E.E.K Foundation
Miami Gardens, FL
06.2021 - 08.2022
Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
Observed other instructors and lecturers, gathering valuable techniques to be implemented into future lectures and courses.
Increased student participation by facilitating interesting and relevant events.
Tested students on materials presented in workshops and classes to assess grasp of material.
Used learning assessments to regularly monitor student understanding of class concepts and materials.
Middle School ELA & World History Teacher
Renaissance Charter Schools At Pines (CSUSA)
Pembroke Pines, FL
03.2021 - 08.2022
Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for students and visitors.
Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
Integrated technology into classroom as instructional tool, such as Smartboard.
Improved student test scores by 40% by end of 2nd Quarter.
Interim Teacher
Somerset East Preparatory Academy
Miramar, FL
10.2020 - 03.2021
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.
Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
Administered and graded tests and quizzes and reported performance to primary teacher.
Substitute Teacher
Miami Dade County Public Schools
Miami, FL
11.2018 - 03.2021
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.
Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
Dependency Case Manager
Multiple Agencies
Miami, FL
12.2016 - 11.2019
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Maintained high level of client confidentiality, following strict guidelines, and recommendations.
Created treatment or service plan meeting each client's individualized needs.
Assessed needs of each client and recommended appropriate services and resources.
Offered support and direction to families and coordinated with court system and other community agencies for treatment.
Advocated for client rights and represented client interests at administrative hearings.
Conducted home visits to assess living environment and provided appropriate referrals.
Recorded case notes.
Recorded case notes both group and individual counseling sessions.
Communications Operator
Broward Sheriff's Office
FT. Lauderdale, FL
03.2014 - 11.2016
Received public emergency and non-emergency calls and supervised response prioritization in order to effectively dispatch official units such as police, fire, and EMS while tracking data in real-time environments.
Scanned suspects with NCIS per police requests to determine criminal and driver history, vehicle registration information and license status.
Identified cases requiring additional resources and interventions, reaching out to supervisor to determine best next steps.
Answered calls from automatic routing system and took basic information from callers.
Completed appropriate forms and radio announcements for police department needs such as BOLO requests.
Routed calls to police, fire, and ambulance service to meet individual call needs.
Read system maps and caller information, and documented details in system.
Relayed latest information to first responders via electronic means, telephone calls, and radio responses.
Followed established protocols for professional handling of emergency situations.
Correctional Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
Miami, FL
10.2010 - 03.2014
Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
Managed housing units of up to 128 inmates per unit.
Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
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