GABRIELA SILVA
Aventura,FL
Summary
Experienced education administrator with 15 years in higher education and university instruction. Skilled in supporting student learning, collaborating with faculty, and developing effective educational programs. Strong ability to build relationships and coordinate initiatives that promote student success. Actively working towards K-12 teaching certification and enhancing English language skills for improved academic engagement.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Director
University Yacambu
Venezuela
03.2015 - 06.2017
- Directed curriculum implementation and strategic academic planning across four faculties.
- Led continuous improvement projects to enhance educational quality and standards.
- Collaborated with deans and academic leadership to support approximately 1000 students and faculty.
- Participated in university governance and institutional planning initiatives.
- Oversaw implementation of institutional policies and regulations to ensure compliance.
University Teaching
University Yacambu
Venezuela
03.2004 - 06.2017
- Functioned as a university professor, thesis advisor, and thesis committee member, guiding students through research processes and thesis development.
- Instructed courses on systems and procedures, public finance, and introduction to business administration, fostering student engagement and understanding of key concepts.
- Participated in university curriculum committee to enhance academic programs, collaborating with faculty to align curriculum with industry standards.
Professional Practice and Internship Department
University Yacambu
Venezuela
03.2008 - 03.2015
- Directed university's largest professional internship program, increasing student access to valuable career experiences.
- Coordinated internship placements for over 8,000 undergraduate students, facilitating successful supervision and assessment.
- Established partnerships with hundreds of public institutions, private companies, non-profit organizations, and government agencies, broadening internship options for students.
- Authored professional internship regulations approved in 2017, serving as governing framework.
Organization and Methods Analyst /Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
University Yacambu
Venezuela
03.2004 - 03.2007
- Conducted organizational assessments and quality assurance reviews, identifying operational gaps to inform strategic improvements.
- Recommended process improvements, increasing operational effectiveness and efficiency within quality control processes.
- Developed institutional regulations manuals and administrative procedures, enhancing compliance across the organization.
Education
Master’s Degree in Finance And Business Management -
University Yacambu
Venezuela06-2013
University Teaching Certification -
Universiy National Open
Venezuela07-2007
Bachelor of Business Administration And Management -
University Centro Occidental Lisandro Alvarado
Venezuela05-2004
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Strategic planning
- Academic leadership
- Accreditation management
- Program evaluation
- School data analysis and evaluation
- Distance learning
- Educational technology
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Mentoring students
- Academic advising
- Research coordination
- Problem solving
- Organizational skills
- Educational standards
Certification
- 0240 Florida Health Insurance Agent
Timeline
Academic Director
University Yacambu
03.2015 - 06.2017
Professional Practice and Internship Department
University Yacambu
03.2008 - 03.2015
University Teaching
University Yacambu
03.2004 - 06.2017
Organization and Methods Analyst /Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
University Yacambu
03.2004 - 03.2007
Master’s Degree in Finance And Business Management -
University Yacambu
University Teaching Certification -
Universiy National Open
Bachelor of Business Administration And Management -
University Centro Occidental Lisandro Alvarado