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FRED THOMAS

Columbus

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a strong foundation in communication, seeking a challenging role where I can leverage my skills, contribute problem-solving abilities, and have a collaborative nature to drive organizational success.

Experienced with developing and delivering training programs that meet organizational goals. Utilizes innovative methods to create engaging and effective learning experiences. Strong understanding of instructional design principles and adult learning theories.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Training Specialist

Goodwill Columbus
05.2024 - Current
  • Prepare program participants for community-based employment, which may include training on specific job tasks, to develop work and soft skills and vocational exploration to expand participant horizons about the world of work.
  • Provide coaching, mentoring, and support in the community to individuals to achieve full integration into the community.
  • Work with an onsite MH Clinician and demonstrate an understanding of basic mental health principles to support individuals in achieving personal success in both the facility and the community.

Owner/Operator - Commercial Cleaning Franchise

Stratus Building Solutions
08.2021 - Current
  • Identify potential clients via networking, negotiating contract pricing, and sale completion
  • Maintain a 'Customer First' policy to build positive and healthy relationships
  • Effective dispute resolution process ensuring all business needs are promptly completed

Teacher - K-10 Grade, Social Studies, Science, Black History, & Business 101

Eastland Preparatory Academy
09.2021 - 06.2023
  • Created innovative and engaging learning activities while utilizing SMART Board Technology
  • Collaborated with families regarding academic, SEL, and IEP progress
  • Modeled effective classroom management strategies, building trust with students

Sales Consultant

Ricart Automotive Group
08.2020 - 09.2021

Contracting/Post Awards Trainee

Defense Logistics Agency
10.2019 - 07.2020

Assistant Manager

I Am Boundless
01.2019 - 10.2019

Field Operations Manager

Continental Office
01.2017 - 12.2019

Youth Leader

The Buckeye Ranch
04.2016 - 01.2017

Education

M.A. - Ministry/Pastoral Studies

Andersonville Theological Seminary
07.2004

B.A. - Business Administration

Mount Vernon Nazarene University
06.2020

Skills

  • Communication Skills
  • Microsoft Office
  • Trauma Informed Care
  • Environmental Services Knowledge
  • Problem-Solving
  • Behavioral Analysis
  • Collaboration
  • Adaptability
  • Learning management systems
  • E-learning platforms
  • Training program development

Certification

  • OSHA Environmental Standards Hazardous Waste Training
  • Floor Care Technician Training
  • FERPA Trained (10+ yrs)
  • Certified Floor Tech
  • HCAHPS Quality Core Measures/Service Excellence & Union Contract and Negotiation Training (CWA)
  • Aramark Supervisor Professional Development & JCAHO Survey Readiness Training/Guidelines

Timeline

Training Specialist

Goodwill Columbus
05.2024 - Current

Teacher - K-10 Grade, Social Studies, Science, Black History, & Business 101

Eastland Preparatory Academy
09.2021 - 06.2023

Owner/Operator - Commercial Cleaning Franchise

Stratus Building Solutions
08.2021 - Current

Sales Consultant

Ricart Automotive Group
08.2020 - 09.2021

Contracting/Post Awards Trainee

Defense Logistics Agency
10.2019 - 07.2020

Assistant Manager

I Am Boundless
01.2019 - 10.2019

Field Operations Manager

Continental Office
01.2017 - 12.2019

Youth Leader

The Buckeye Ranch
04.2016 - 01.2017

B.A. - Business Administration

Mount Vernon Nazarene University

M.A. - Ministry/Pastoral Studies

Andersonville Theological Seminary

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