Jaime A. Canales
LAREDO,TX
Summary
Hardworking and responsible professional seeking to leverage and transition 20 plus years of experience in education, public administration and private business. Accomplished and organized problem solver with strong work ethic, collaborative team building skills, strong interpersonal skills, and excellent working relationships. Optimistic for a new professional work opportunity and eager to work tirelessly.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
CFO/General Manager
Logistics Channels LLC
07.2022 - Current
- Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
- Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial business performance.
- Translated business needs and priorities into actionable logistics strategies.
- Determined the most cost- effective procedures and routes for shipments.
- Responsible for making sure the Shipper’s product is delivered safely and on time.
- Managed shipment schedules to maximize productivity and cut costs.
- Communicated with dispatchers, warehouses, and customers regarding outgoing orders.
County Commissioner
Webb County
01.2011 - 10.2018
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize county performance.
- Performed a variety of administrative duties.
- Represented county at conferences and events.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional departments to review and maintain compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
- Initiated discretionary community projects after determining the value to the citizens
School District Hearing Officer
United I.S.D.
12.2010 - 10.2018
- Provided staff development and worked collaboratively with educational leaders to adopt new policies for student code of conduct.
- Supervised, directed and evaluated assigned staff members.
- Ensured fairness in hearings to identify and remove bias and protect rights of every student
- Evaluated testimony and reports in order to weigh both sides to make an appropriate decision.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
Teacher-Principal
Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program
08.1997 - 12.2010
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures for school faculty and staff.
- Communicated policies and procedures to students and parents regarding student behavior.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Prepared school budget and submitted to juvenile board of judges with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures, and cost-saving initiatives.
Teacher
United South Middle School
08.1992 - 05.1997
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
Education
Master of Science - Education Administration
Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX08.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX05.1992
Skills
Administration and Leadership
- Computer Skills
- Dependable and Responsible
- Relationship Building and Mentoring
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Problem Solving
- Fluent in English and Spanish
Racquetball, Chess, Reading, Traveling
Hobbies such as racquetball tend to help reduce my stress level. I love to read and play chess for fun. Traveling with my family is always a blessing.
Timeline
CFO/General Manager
Logistics Channels LLC
07.2022 - Current
County Commissioner
Webb County
01.2011 - 10.2018
School District Hearing Officer
United I.S.D.
12.2010 - 10.2018
Teacher-Principal
Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program
08.1997 - 12.2010
Teacher
United South Middle School
08.1992 - 05.1997
Master of Science - Education Administration
Texas A&M International University
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Texas At Austin
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