Heidi Lopez-Ruiz
Mimai,FL
Summary
Hands-on Project Manager recognized for flawless execution and finding solutions to complex problems. Communicative and reliable professional polished in developing scopes and objectives and maintaining comprehensive project documentation. Commended for unexcelled record of completing critical projects on schedule and within budget.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mathematics Teacher
Miami Dade Public Schools
Miami, Florida
01.2007 - Current
- STEAM SECME online teacher
- ESSAC Member
- PTA Teacher Representative.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using a variety of teaching techniques.
- Incorporated technology into the classroom by using online tools.
- Used videos, lectures, and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
Quality Project Manager/Operations Safety Auditor
Martinair Holland Airlines NV
Miami, Florida
01.2000 - 05.2006
- In charge of quality control and quality assurance
- Responsible for the preparation and implementation of training seminars in disciplines such as Dangerous Goods, Cargo handling, Customs regulations, and other
- Project manager The Americas Stations
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures throughout the life cycle of each project.
- Forecasted, scheduled, and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
- Identified needs and coordinated resource allocation to deliver quality standards on time and within budget.
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants, and contractors.
- Created project status presentations for delivery to customers or project personnel.
- Furnished project updates to various stakeholders, informing of strategy, adjustments, and progress.
- Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams, and managed workflow throughout construction.
- Implemented effective communication protocols between internal teams working on different aspects of a given project.
- Drafted reports summarizing progress made on projects for review by executive leadership team.
- Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Modified project plans when needed to better align with organizational objectives.
Adjunct Instructor - Aviation Department
Miami Dade College
Miami, Florida
01.1997 - 01.2002
- Teaching in the Aviation Department classes such as Air Cargo AVM 2120 in which I developed my own curricula; International Routes AVM 1101; Co-Op Work Experience I-AVM 1949 and Co-Op Work Experience II-AVM 2949 and advised students as required
- Served on College committees and supported the dean in the recruitment of new students.
Regional Operations Manager
AEROMEXPRESS
Miami, FL
06.1997 - 03.2000
- Oversaw hiring process for new employees in order to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Coordinated with other regional managers to ensure consistency in processes across multiple locations.
- Established budgets, monitored expenses, and tracked investments in the region's operations team.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
- Engaged regularly with vendors and suppliers to negotiate contracts or secure discounts on products or services.
- Improved regional processes by coming up with effective methodologies to handle customer complaints.
- Collaborated with corporate leadership on strategic initiatives that would increase efficiency throughout the organization.
- Supported and planned various effective marketing and sales strategies.
Education
Master of Educational Leadership MEd -
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN03.2019
Master of Business Administration in Aviation - MBAA -
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
12.2005
Bachelor in Business Administration in International Business -
Universidad Jorge Tadeo Lozano
11.1985
Skills
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Organizational and administrative
- Procedure Development
- Project Development
- Compliance Monitoring
- Project Management
- Interpreter - Translator Spanish
- Google Workspace
- Cultural Awareness
- Dependable and Responsible
- Planning and Coordination
Certification
1070607, Florida, Professional Educator's Cerificate, Elementary Education, Grades K-6, Social Sciences, Grades 5-9
Additional Information
Excellent communication skills, experience with group motivation, training and evaluation. Ample experience in teaching, training and curriculum preparation in elementary, middle school and college settings as well as corporate. Operations safety auditor for passenger and cargo operations for international carrier. Project manager with successful completion in areas such as systems implementation, customs regulations, process analysis, dangerous goods handling, cargo operations, perishables, live animal transport, and staff training for cargo and passenger operations.
Languages
- Spanish, Fluent- Full Knowledge
- Qualified Court Interpreter, FL State Court Administrator, Tallahassee FL
Volunteer Experience
Kendall Breeze East Homeowners Association - President
References
Available upon request.
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Mathematics Teacher
Miami Dade Public Schools
01.2007 - Current
Quality Project Manager/Operations Safety Auditor
Martinair Holland Airlines NV
01.2000 - 05.2006
Regional Operations Manager
AEROMEXPRESS
06.1997 - 03.2000
Adjunct Instructor - Aviation Department
Miami Dade College
01.1997 - 01.2002
Master of Educational Leadership MEd -
American College of Education
Master of Business Administration in Aviation - MBAA -
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
Bachelor in Business Administration in International Business -
Universidad Jorge Tadeo Lozano