Laura Papadopolous
Lafayette,CO
The real test is not whether you avoid this failure, because you won’t. It’s whether you let it harden or shame you into inaction, or whether you learn from it; whether you choose to persevere.
Barack Obama
Summary
Facilities Supervisor with seven years of experience in team leadership, budget management and maintenance scheduling. Well-versed in overseeing diverse repairs, routine maintenance and special projects.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Facilities Supervisor
Apple, Inc
03.2019 - Current
- Facilitated communication between team members during project execution periods for smooth coordination of tasks.
- Built relationships with vendors and contractors to support timely and cost-effective services for up to 300 users.
- Managed team of technicians for optimal performance in maintenance tasks and timely completion of projects.
- Ensured safety compliance by conducting regular inspections, addressing potential hazards, and enforcing facility regulations.
Facilities Coordinator
Apple, Inc
01.2017 - 03.2019
- Managed budgets of up to $1.5 million for facilities operations, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources and minimizing expenses.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on facility projects, leading to improved work environments and increased productivity.
- Improved facility efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs and coordinating with vendors for timely repairs.
Elementary Teacher
Keys Gate Charter Schools
Homestead, FL
08.2015 - 01.2017
- Improved students' reading comprehension levels by implementing interactive and engaging literacy activities.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Maintained >25 student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
Elementary Teacher
Lincoln Marti Charter School
08.2013 - 01.2015
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating visual aids in lessons.
- Maintained positive classroom environment by enforcing consistent discipline and promoting respectful behavior classes of >25 students.
ESOL/Gifted and Talented Teacher
Trinidad School District
08.2008 - 06.2013
- Utilized differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring each student's unique needs were met and promoting academic success.
- Organized learning resources and classroom environment to facilitate positive learning experience for over 60 students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
05.1998
Skills
- Facilities Management
- Work Order Management
- Building operations
- Janitorial Oversight
- Budget Administration
- Relationship Building
- Organizational Skills
- Task Prioritization
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Attention to Detail
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Facilities Supervisor - Apple, Inc
03.2019 - Current
Facilities Coordinator - Apple, Inc
01.2017 - 03.2019
Elementary Teacher - Keys Gate Charter Schools
08.2015 - 01.2017
Elementary Teacher - Lincoln Marti Charter School
08.2013 - 01.2015
ESOL/Gifted and Talented Teacher - Trinidad School District
08.2008 - 06.2013
Adams State University - Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education
Ringling School of Art And Design - Bachelor of Arts, Fine Arts
Certification
- Professional Teaching License - [2008-2018]
- Colorado English Language Assessment Trainer of Trainers - [2012]