HELEN KANTES
Camp Hill,PA
Summary
To obtain a full time position that will allow me to develop and apply the skills acquired during my academic and professional career.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Coordinator
Good Shepherd Parish
2024.07 - Current
- Reduced downtime with proactive IT support and rapid issue resolution.
- Provided exceptional end-user support, resolving technical issues quickly to minimize disruptions.
- Optimized network performance through continuous monitoring, troubleshooting, and upgrades as needed.
- Led training initiatives for staff on new technologies, increasing adoption rates and user satisfaction.
- Maintained up-to-date inventory of hardware and software assets, optimizing resource allocation and cost control.
- Improved system efficiency by implementing and maintaining hardware and software solutions.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth and development within the IT department.
- Diagnosed and resolved hardware and software issues.
- Monitored networks and network devices to resolve technical problems quickly.
- Maintained flexible schedule and responded to after-hours and weekend emergencies.
Director Youth Ministry/School Administrator
Good Shepherd School/Parish
2012.10 - 2024.06
- Developed and ran programs for grades PK – 8
- Developed online curriculum program for students and a homeschool curriculum
- Developed and carried out program for Middle and High school students
- Maintained computers and network
- Office Manager/Secretary for Good Shepherd School
- Continued to teach Enrichment classes expanding the offerings to include STEM, STEAM, Science for grades K and 1 and 3D printing.
- Managed daily school activities, overseeing scheduling, staffing, and facility maintenance tasks to ensure smooth operations.
- Served as liaison between parents and students.
- Streamlined school operations by implementing efficient administrative processes and procedures.
- Met with parents of prospective students to discuss student needs and school offerings.
- Coordinated school facility use with maintenance personnel to achieve equitable access.
- Fostered positive relationships among teachers, students, parents, and other stakeholders through effective communication strategies.
- Ensured a safe learning environment by establishing strict safety protocols and emergency response plans.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities that promoted student growth in academics, arts, athletics, and leadership skills outside of the classroom setting.
- Oversaw students and monitored behavior during After School Care Program activities.
- Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Maintained a welcoming atmosphere in the front office by greeting visitors professionally and addressing their inquiries promptly.
- Coordinated substitute teacher placements to minimize disruptions in classroom instruction.
- Facilitated communication among staff members by managing phone calls, distributing mail, and updating bulletin boards regularly.
- Ensured timely distribution of important announcements to staff members through email or printed memos.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of special school events such as fundraisers, parent-teacher conferences, and field trips.
- Safeguarded student health records in accordance with legal requirements, ensuring confidentiality at all times.
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility in handling a wide range of administrative tasks as needed to support the overall needs of the school community.
- Collaborated effectively with school administration team to ensure smooth daily operations in the main office area.
- Provided essential support during emergencies or crisis situations within the school setting by following safety protocols effectively.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly while adhering to privacy guidelines set forth by the school district policy.
- Maintained an organized office workspace, ensuring easy retrieval of files and documents when needed by staff members or parents.
- Wrote and proofread error-free letters, memoranda and other business correspondence.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Increased office participation in special events by creating newsletter with detailed calendars and other office updates.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
- Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
Elementary School Substitute Teacher
Good Shepherd School
2007.08 - 2012.10
- Provided support for all teachers and students K-8 in all subject areas
- Substituted where necessary across curriculums and grade levels
- Developed After School Enrichment program and taught several of the classes
- Organized extracurricular events such as field trips, fundraisers, and school-wide projects to enrich the educational experience for students.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing visual aids, hands-on activities, and real-world examples in lessons.
- Ensured classroom safety by carefully monitoring student activities and adhering to established protocols during emergency situations.
- 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.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
- Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
Electrical Engineer
Northrop Grumman
1998.01 - 2007.01
- Provided production cell support for all receivers that passed through the area
- Responsible for DVT testing of IF Receiver for F22, JSF and POD programs
- Responsible for the PWB design, FPGA code, test and integration of the ADP board for ABR, B1, F22, JSF, and POD programs
- IPT lead for the TPS70ss LPRF chassis
- Troubleshot production IF Receivers for TPS70
- Finished PWB design of TPS70 IF Receiver and composed fpga code for it
- Developed code for several FPGAs on various programs and modules (VHDL)
- Familiar with Modeltech, Synplicity, Actel and Altera design software
- Worked on various PCB designs i.e., layout, schematic, fabrication prep, etc
- (Non-receiver CCAs for Iron City and SBR)
- Familiar with the Mentor system for creating schematics, netlists, and layouts
- Worked on A/D Multichip Module (MCM) designs
- Helped develop high-speed test board (700 MHz) to test ATMEL ASIC’s w/LVDS I/O’s
- Helped test and develop test procedure for a MUX Board.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by setting clear goals, prioritizing tasks, and monitoring progress.
- Consistently met project deadlines by efficiently managing time and resources, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Mentored junior engineers, sharing technical expertise and providing guidance on best practices in the industry.
- Developed engineering documentation detailing system requirements and diagnostic procedures.
- Wrote protocols, qualification documents, test plans and test reports for quality assurance purposes.
Electrical Engineer
Northrop Grumman
1997.02 - 1998.01
- Developed Short Pulse Mode (SP) DSP Code for TPS-7X COTS radar design
- Verified code using Matlab simulations vs Actual simulations
- Developed C3I Web page in HTML for Intranet
- Tested 7 Board types for DASR system (Digital Airport Surveillance Radar)
- Refined and documented test procedures for these 7 boards
- Documented design specification for the Comanche Single Module Array Processor (SMAP) Processor Bulk Memory Static Indexer (PBMSPIXR) ASIC
- Documented B-1B Target Board design
- Helped with high-speed DAC and A/D converter board designs
- Helped design and write test specifications for “VJ” D-Mod Chassis (4 Boards).
Electrical Engineer
Schindler Elevator Corporation
1996.08 - 1997.02
- Responsible for writing code for custom elevator requirements
- Provided Technical support for MPHII and 300A Hydro Elevators across USA
- Responsible for implementing simple programming changes such as state fire codes
- Member of the Gettysburg Steering Committee
- Member of the Technical Support Services Team.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering -
Bucknell University
05.1996
Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry -
Bucknell University
05.1996
Associate of Science Degree in Engineering -
Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC)
01.1993
Skills
- Hardware Installation
- IT Documentation
- Technical Support
- Strong Organization
- Written Communication
- File Maintenance
- Multitasking and Time Management
- Fast Learner
- Office Administration
- Circuit Design
- Microsoft Office
- Attention to Detail
Continuing Education
- Radar Concepts for Technical Personnel, 03/1997, 4 days
- Mentor 8 Training, 01/1998, 1 day
- WindowsNT Training, 01/1998, 4 hours
- State Machines, 02/1998, 8 hours
- Digital Design, 02/1998 - 03/1998, 12 hours
- Introduction to Unix, 02/1998 - 03/1998, 18 hours
- Communications Skills Workshop, 03/1998, 16 hours
- HP Back to Basics RF Measurement Seminar, 08/1998, 8 hours
- Designing with MAX+PLUS II Software, 09/1998, 8 hours
- Introduction to VHDL, 09/1998, 8 hours
- FPGA Logic Synthesis Techniques Seminar, 09/1998, 8 hours
- VHDL Training, 01/2000 - 02/2000, 20 hours
- Receiver/Exciter Architectures, 03/2000, 4 hours
- Intermediate Frequency (IF) Sampled Receiver Introduction, 06/2000, 4 hours
- Agilent HFSS Designer Introduction, 10/2000, 16 hours
- Receiver Fundamentals, 01/2001, 4 hours
- IEP Training, 2001, 25.5 hours
- Mentor Design Process, 04/2001, 8 hours
- Basic Concepts for Design, Test, and Specification of RF Components and Circuits, 04/2001, 8 hours
- Altera, Quartus Training, 2002, 16 hours
- Time Management, 04/2003, 8 hours
- Valuing and Managing Diversity, 05/2003, 4 hours
- SLATE Architect, 11/2003, 24 hours
- Key Points Cards, 02/2004, 1 hour
- Design To Cost (DTC) Analysis Overview, 03/2004, 4 hours
- HDL Simulation using Modelsim, 03/2004, 8 hours
- Earned Value Management System and Control Account Management, 07/2004, 4 hours
- Team Problem Solving Techniques, 10/2004, 16 hours
- Electrostatic Discharge, 02/2005, 2 hours
- IF Sampled Receiver Introduction, 08/2005, 3.5 hours
- Radar Systems Engineering, 09/2005 - ongoing, 34 weeks
- Digital Design, 02/2006, 16 hours
- Intermediate VHDL, 03/2007, 6 hours
Awards
- Presented Lessons Learned Video Seminar at BWI, October, 2006
- Presented at MUG International Conference, November, 2003
- TAP Award for work on ABR MRE LRU, 2002
- Recipient of 2001 Results Sharing Award, UAE Cash Collection Team
- TAP Award for work on TPS70 land-based radar, 2001
- The Eleanor D. Decker Prize for Women, 1996
- The American Institute of Chemists Foundation Student Award, 1996
- The American Chemical Society Undergraduate Award in Analytical Chemistry, 1995
- Presented talk and received award at 1995 American Chemical Society Mid-Atlantic Regional Meeting (MARM)
- Co-authored publication in The Journal of Chromatography, June, 1995
- Tau Beta Pi National Honor Society, 1994-96 (Vice-President)
- Displayed poster in 13th Biennial Conference on Chemical Education, 1994
- Kalman Mecs Student Award (HACC), 1993 (Pennsylvania State Mathematics Association of Two-Year Colleges)
- National Collegiate Engineering Award (HACC), 1993
- Outstanding Sophomore Engineering Student (HACC), 1993
- Board of Trustees Academic Excellence Award (HACC), 1993
- Faculty Scholar (HACC), 1992
Timeline
IT Coordinator
Good Shepherd Parish
2024.07 - Current
Director Youth Ministry/School Administrator
Good Shepherd School/Parish
2012.10 - 2024.06
Elementary School Substitute Teacher
Good Shepherd School
2007.08 - 2012.10
Electrical Engineer
Northrop Grumman
1998.01 - 2007.01
Electrical Engineer
Northrop Grumman
1997.02 - 1998.01
Electrical Engineer
Schindler Elevator Corporation
1996.08 - 1997.02
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering -
Bucknell University
Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry -
Bucknell University
Associate of Science Degree in Engineering -
Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC)
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