Laura Acevedo
US ARMY
Junction City,KS
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with expertise in safety monitoring, compliance enforcement, and performance assessment. Proven ability to implement operational plans and foster team cohesion.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
7
7
Certification
Work History
Platoon Sergeant
US Army
FORT RILEY, KS
07.2024 - 11.2026
- Implemented safety procedures that reduced risks during field operations.
- Developed and maintained operational plans for mission readiness assessments.
- Organized team-building activities to foster unit cohesion and morale.
- Maintained troop morale through positive reinforcement and timely recognition of achievements.
- Monitored individual soldier progress to ensure goal and objective attainment.
Drill Sergeant
US Army
Fort Gordon, GA
05.2021 - 07.2024
- Led training sessions for new recruits on military discipline and procedures, ensuring understanding and adherence to standards.
- Instructed soldiers in physical fitness and combat readiness techniques, fostering resilience and operational preparedness.
- Mentored junior soldiers to enhance leadership and teamwork skills.
- Enforced safety regulations during training activities to ensure compliance.
- Facilitated problem-solving discussions between trainees to enhance collaboration and critical thinking skills.
Section Chief
US Army
Fort Riley North, Kansas
04.2018 - 05.2021
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential threats and mitigation strategies.
- Developed standard operating procedures to improve efficiency and compliance.
- Supervised logistics and resource management to ensure mission objectives were met effectively.
- Mentored junior staff on leadership skills and operational procedures to enhance team capability.
- Conducted performance reviews with direct reports to evaluate performance and guide professional development.
Team Chief
US Army
Schofield Barracks, Hawaii
01.2015 - 04.2018
- Led team operations in high-pressure environments for mission readiness.
- Coordinated training programs to enhance soldiers' tactical skills and teamwork.
- Developed and implemented operational protocols to ensure safety standards.
- Oversaw maintenance and readiness of equipment for deployment scenarios.
- Mentored junior leaders in leadership techniques and decision-making strategies.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Care And Education
American Military University
Charles Town05-2026
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Safety oversight
- Performance assessment
- Standards enforcement
- Conflict resolution
- Mentorship support
- Child development
- Lesson planning
Affiliations
- Gardening
- Swimming
- Participates at the Parent Days at CYS
Accomplishments
- Meritorious Service Medal
- Army Commendation Medal
- Honor Society
Certification
- Master Resiliency Trainer - US Army - 2022
- Sexual Harassment Assault Response Prevention (SHARP) Victim Advocate - D-SAACP - 2024
- Unit Prevention Leader - US Army - 2022
- Ask Care Escort - Suicide Prevention (ACE-SI) - US Army - 2019
- Leaders Safety and Occupational Health - US Army - 2021
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid / CPR / AED - American Red Cross - 2020
- Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers First Aid and Administering Emergency Oxygen - American Red Cross - 2020
Timeline
Platoon Sergeant
US Army
07.2024 - 11.2026
Drill Sergeant
US Army
05.2021 - 07.2024
Section Chief
US Army
04.2018 - 05.2021
Team Chief
US Army
01.2015 - 04.2018
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Care And Education
American Military University