HECTOR L. VELAZQUEZ JR.
East Haven,CT
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facilitator
Hamden Mobile Food Bank
09.2017 - Current
- Over the period spanning March 2020 to March 2022, the team, with food supplied by CT Foodshare, effectively provided approximately 264,475 pounds of food, acting as a crucial support for the community during this critical period of increased demand
- Following the challenges posed by the pandemic, Hector organized a mobile food pantry to operate on a bi-weekly basis, commencing in September 2022
- Since then, these efforts have consistently served an average of 170 families every other week, ensuring a steady provision of essential food resources to the Hamden community.
Family Engagement Coordinator
Hamden Public Schools - Church Street School
06.2017 - Current
- Increase parent engagement by collaborating with parents, school staff, the principal, district administrators, and community organizations
- Support student activities and foster a welcoming environment that aligns with the school's mission and values
- Act as a liaison between parents and staff to address concerns and needs
- Organize Parent-Teacher conferences using Signup Genius, create promotional materials, and assist families in connecting to the platform
- Provide Spanish translation services for staff and parents, including phone calls, document translation, school announcements, and meetings
- Send school-wide messages via PowerSchool Messenger and Parent Square, to inform families of events, important meetings, and messages from the Principal or District
- Generate monthly attendance reports and, with the support of the student support team, engage with families of chronically absent or truant students
- Facilitate events, programs, and resources that strengthen family-school relationships, including parent workshops, connecting families to food resources, and addressing needs impacting student success
Family Support Provider/Father Parent Educator
East Shore District Health Department/Nurturing Family's Network
04.2013 - 05.2017
- Conduct home visits with pre- and post-natal families enrolled in the program
- Perform community outreach to recruit families into the program
- Develop tailored action plans for each family using required and supplemental curricula, including: Parents as Teachers, Nurturing Father's Journal, National Fatherhood Initiative, Partners for a Healthy Baby, and Touchpoints
- Conduct screenings and assessments for both children and parents
- Refer families to community resources for additional support services
- Participate in individual and group supervision, team meetings, planning activities, and ongoing training
- Maintain detailed records of client contacts, services provided, outreach activities, and other required data
Pre-K Teacher's Aide
St. Aedan's Head Start Program
05.2012 - 04.2013
- Assist with the planning and implementation of the daily program under the direction of the Lead Teacher
- Follow and implement the NYAEC requirements on a daily routine
- Prepare the learning environment with the necessary materials and supplies
- Supervise the classroom with the Lead Teacher
- Maintain a clean and orderly classroom
- Participate in the arrival and dismissal of students and other activities outside of the classroom
- Conduct/participate in classroom activities
- Appropriately handle behavioral issues and other emergencies as per policy and procedures
Lead Fire Inspector
Simplex Grinnell
08.2004 - 09.2012
- Ability to be responsible for company vehicle, mobile phone and laptop
- Generate reports with documentation of customer's fire alarm system
- Have good knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office
- Capable of using company software for testing of the fire alarm systems
- Possess proficient writing and oral communication skills
- Conduct inspections of the fire alarm systems and associated devices
- Equipment to test include fire alarm panels, initiating devices, indicating devices, and auxiliary devices
- Service customer's life-safety and property protection systems
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
WILBUR CROSS HIGH SCHOOL
New Haven, CTFAMILY DEVELOPMENT CREDENTIAL -
UNIVERSITY OF CT & OFFICE OF EARLY CHILDHOOD
PARENTS AS TEACHERS TRAINED & AFFILIATE -
EAST SHORE DISTRICT HEALTH DEPT.
HUMAN SERVICES DEGREE - COMPLETED COLLEGE CREDITS AND WORKING TOWARDS
GATEWAY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Skills
- Communication
- Cultural Competency
- Event Planning and Coordination
- Problem-Solving
- Relationship Building
- Creativity
- Proficiency in Design Software
- Attention to Detail
Accomplishments
- 04/18, Hamden Hero recognition for his dedication to the Church Street School Community.
- 06/20, Nominee for the NY LIFE Love Takes Action Award.
- 04/21, Hamden Hero recognition for his dedication and leadership in alleviating hunger in the community.
- 09/21, Recognized Hispanic Hero in the Hamden Community.
- 11/21, Successfully completed UCONN People Empowering People Facilitators training.
- 04/22, United Way Greater New Haven Game Changer Award.
- 01/23, Chosen guest speaker at CT Foodshare's special event.
Certification
• Master Trainer in 24/7 Dad AM/PM
• Facilitator 24/7 Dad Groups
• Family Development Credential / Course through UCONN
• Parent as Teachers affiliate / Parent Educator
• Circles of Security Facilitator
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Facilitator
Hamden Mobile Food Bank
09.2017 - Current
Family Engagement Coordinator
Hamden Public Schools - Church Street School
06.2017 - Current
Family Support Provider/Father Parent Educator
East Shore District Health Department/Nurturing Family's Network
04.2013 - 05.2017
Pre-K Teacher's Aide
St. Aedan's Head Start Program
05.2012 - 04.2013
Lead Fire Inspector
Simplex Grinnell
08.2004 - 09.2012
FAMILY DEVELOPMENT CREDENTIAL -
UNIVERSITY OF CT & OFFICE OF EARLY CHILDHOOD
PARENTS AS TEACHERS TRAINED & AFFILIATE -
EAST SHORE DISTRICT HEALTH DEPT.
HUMAN SERVICES DEGREE - COMPLETED COLLEGE CREDITS AND WORKING TOWARDS
GATEWAY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
• Master Trainer in 24/7 Dad AM/PM
• Facilitator 24/7 Dad Groups
• Family Development Credential / Course through UCONN
• Parent as Teachers affiliate / Parent Educator
• Circles of Security Facilitator
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
WILBUR CROSS HIGH SCHOOL
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