Dynamic educator and former Human Resources Manager at Veterans Affairs Medical Center, skilled in regulatory compliance and conflict resolution. Proven track record in fostering positive interactions and program leadership, enhancing student engagement and success. Adept at monitoring progress and mentoring faculty, driving impactful educational outcomes through collaborative strategies.Dedicated to comprehensive leadership and monitoring progress for students. Fostered community of learning and dynamic growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Parlier High School Teacher
Parlier Unified
Parlier, CALIFORNIA
08.2019 - Current
Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
Fostered positive and pleasant classroom culture while maintaining learning development goals.
Planned, developed, and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum, and core educational standards.
Distributed and collected classroom materials, such as worksheets, quizzes, and tests.
Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
Created engaging lesson plans, fostered a culture of discovery, and provided a well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in the program.
Delivered audio-visual presentations on various platforms to cater to different learning styles.
Created and maintained an environment conducive to learning and promoting excellent student behavior.
Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
Created and used rubrics to assess student learning.
Kept regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
Referred students with suspected learning disabilities to appropriate support personnel.
Served as an advisor for extracurricular clubs (9th-12th grade advisor, varsity girls' soccer coach, NJ debate team, SSC committee, community school committee, and graduation committee).
Differentiated instruction for students with wide range of skill and interest levels.
Built lifelong learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
Established clear expectations for behavior in the classroom.
Assessed, monitored, and documented student progress on a regular basis.
Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
Implemented positive reinforcement techniques such as rewards systems or recognition programs for exemplary behavior.
Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
Developed class learning plans to meet district and statement requirements for instruction.
Utilized technology such as multimedia presentations to enhance lessons.
Collaborated with other teachers, support staff, administrators, and parents in order to ensure successful outcomes for students.
Scheduled group and private tutoring sessions to assist students requiring extra help.
Organized field trips for students to explore potential college options or attend cultural events.
Advised students regarding academic decisions or career paths related to their educational goals.
Reviewed academic records to develop complete understanding of each student's abilities and initiated learning solutions to address areas of concern.
Identified students' needs and cooperated with other professional staff members to develop solutions for health, behavioral and learning challenges.
Human Resources Manager
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
05.2018 - 08.2019
Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
Coordinated employee grievances and disputes in timely and professional manner by finding constructive solutions.
Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and diminished financial discrepancies through expert program management.
Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.
Implemented performance reviews and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results.
Motivated employees through special events and incentive programs.
Used technologically relevant digital systems to manage payroll and benefits programs.
Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
Navy Counselor
US Navy
San Diego, CA
01.2003 - 06.2015
Maintained the confidentiality of records relating to customer enlistment.
Guided customers in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems during their enlistment process.
Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
Engaged the customer in conversation to determine their feelings and apprehensions.
Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
Acted as a customer advocate to coordinate required services, or resolve problems for different situations.
Supported sailors dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
Listened to customer concerns, and provided encouragement and support through the enlistment process.
Assisted the customer in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
Adapted counseling techniques to best suit the individual needs of each customer.
Encouraged development of relevant skills to help overcome specific concerns.
Created an environment that was safe, supportive, and conducive to learning for all customers and staff.
Provided supervision and mentorship to staff.
Facilitated communication between school personnel and recruiting stations.
Monitored staff's daily activities and responded appropriately when needed.
Provided guidance and support to staff during career transitions and educational decision-making processes.
Coordinated resources to support staff and customers and help each achieve targets.
Collaborated to set goals and outline steps to achieve objectives.
Participated in regular team meetings to discuss staff needs to achieve goals.
Navy Chief
US Navy
San Diego, CA
01.2003 - 06.2015
Conducted assessments of employee skills and competencies to identify development needs.
Designed, implemented and continually advanced leadership development programs to realize tangible, measurable results to strengthen leadership pipeline from front line to c-suite executives.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Created surveys to measure employee engagement levels in order to inform leadership decisions.
Recommended changes in policies or procedures which would enhance productivity.
Consulted with clients on recruitment strategies designed to attract top talent.
Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
Provided guidance on how to create an inspiring vision that aligns with company goals and objectives.
Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
Organized seminars focused on developing interpersonal skills among staff members.
Analyzed performance data from multiple sources to provide actionable insights for improvement efforts.
Designed activities aimed at improving problem solving abilities within the organization.
Trained internal trainers in delivering high quality learning experiences.
Monitored the effectiveness of implemented interventions through regular follow up meetings.
Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
Delivered presentations on topics such as communication styles, motivation strategies, decision making, conflict resolution, and change management.
Facilitated team-building workshops to promote collaboration among employees.
Utilized new technologies, concepts, and techniques to add to talent and leadership development strategy and resources.
Facilitated pinnacle executive leadership programs through in-person, virtual and blended settings.
Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
Designated responsibility of training needs, policies and plans for communicating to diverse groups.
Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
Identified and analyzed organizational issues to determine root causes of ineffective leadership.
Translated comprehensive in-depth or broad knowledge of talent into practical training solutions and consulting.
Strengthened management and leadership skills of executives and senior department managers by using innovative training programs.
Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
Led cross-functional teams in creating solutions for complex business challenges.
Assisted with the implementation of new processes and procedures related to organization structure or operations.
Created and managed budgets for travel, training, and team-building activities.
Assisted companies with defining and aligning vision, mission and branding for more productive and efficient operations.
Advised senior management on effective ways to motivate their teams and foster a positive work environment.
Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
Revitalized and business operations by conducting in-depth evaluations and implementing strategic improvement plans.
Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms and pricing.
Implemented structured processes to identify future leaders and develop key skills early in careers.
Executed programs to best cultivate learning organization, allowing for employees to develop maximum potential in alignment with passions and talents.
Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
Provided individual coaching and mentoring for executives, managers, and supervisors.
Established metrics for evaluating progress toward achieving desired outcomes.
Developed customized training plans and programs to improve the effectiveness of leaders.