Josemari Tapia
Cibolo
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at the US Army, specializing in academic instruction and learning skills development to become a Commissioned Officer in the United States Army. Proven track record of enhancing student performance through innovative teaching methods and effective communication. Skilled in education assessments and fostering a collaborative learning environment, driving engagement and curiosity among students.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructor
US Army
08.2024 - Current
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
- Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
- Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
Health Care Specialist
US Army
03.2006 - Current
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Observer
US Army
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
Medical Company First Sergeant
US Army
07.2019 - 05.2022
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Collaborated with store manager to maintain daily operations.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
Education
Associate of Science - Health Care Management
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN01-2018
Skills
- Academic advisement
- Learning skills development
- Academic instruction
- Education assessments
Timeline
Instructor
US Army
08.2024 - Current
Observer
US Army
06.2022 - 07.2024
Medical Company First Sergeant
US Army
07.2019 - 05.2022
Health Care Specialist
US Army
03.2006 - Current
Associate of Science - Health Care Management
Purdue University