Laura Villanueva
Houston,TX
Summary
Energetically led over 150 staff at Klein ISD, enhancing special needs operations and pioneering safety protocols. Expert in curriculum planning and fostering critical thinking, my tenure and experience significantly improved compliance through dynamic training methods. Skilled in both special needs teaching and creating engaging learning environments, I drive substantial advancements in educational and safety standards.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructor
Texas Association for pupil transportation
Houston, Texas
06.2008 - Current
- Guided participants in adopting safer practices.
- Conducted lectures, demonstrations and group activities in order to enhance learning experience.
- Encouraged students' critical thinking skills by facilitating classroom discussions.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades and assessments for all students in the course.
Adjunct Instructor
Region 4 ESC
Houston, Texas
01.2005 - Current
- Developed and taught courses in School bus transportation
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, projects, papers, and presentations.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by encouraging critical thinking skills among students.
- Encouraged student participation through active engagement activities during class time.
- Used variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions and demonstrations.
Operations Supervisor (SPED)
Klein ISD
Klein , TX
10.2019 - 10.2024
- Led a team of over 150 direct reports.
- Managed the entire special needs operation of the district
- Managed Accident review board and all district accidents
- Managed the training department and all transportation employee training
Adjunct Instructor
Lone Star College
Houston, TX
01.2021 - 09.2024
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, projects, papers, and presentations.
- Facilitated group discussions among students about class topics or assigned readings.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by encouraging critical thinking skills among students.
- Encouraged student participation through active engagement activities during class time.
Assistant Director
New Caney ISD
New Caney , TX
06.2012 - 06.2017
- Developed and managed a team of over 100 employees to ensure efficient operations of the organization.
- Conducted training sessions on new processes or products for internal staff members.
- Managed daily workflow of personnel by assigning tasks, tracking progress and providing assistance when needed.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations among all personnel.
- Assisted in developing strategic plans to meet organizational goals and objectives.
Safety Supervisor / Accident Investigator
Houston ISD
Houston, Texas
06.2008 - 06.2012
- Conducted safety training for employees and visitors to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Developed emergency response plans to address possible health and safety incidents.
- Monitored employee activities to ensure adherence to established safety protocols.
- Investigated accidents in the workplace and reported findings to management.
- Performed regular risk assessments to evaluate the need for additional safety measures or procedures.
- Created policies and procedures related to occupational health and safety standards.
- Provided guidance on safe work practices, such as proper lifting techniques, use of personal protective equipment.
Trainer
Aldine ISD
Houston, Texas
06.1995 - 06.2009
- Conducted onboarding sessions to orientate new staff members about company policies and procedures.
- Provided feedback on employee performance based on observed results during training sessions.
- Created multimedia presentations using PowerPoint, video conferencing tools, and other software applications.
Skills
- Learning skills development
- Curriculum planning and implementation
- Special needs teaching
- Curriculum delivery
- Informative lectures
- Interactive teaching and learning
- Adult learning
- Critical thinking development
Accomplishments
- TASB award for streamlining accident reporting within the department
- Chaired the special needs rodeo at the regional and state levels, and assisted at the national level
- Past TAPT executive committee member serving as area director and historian
Certification
- Car seat technician
- Class A CDL with P and S endorsements
- Officials certification with TAPT
Timeline
Adjunct Instructor
Lone Star College
01.2021 - 09.2024
Operations Supervisor (SPED)
Klein ISD
10.2019 - 10.2024
Assistant Director
New Caney ISD
06.2012 - 06.2017
Instructor
Texas Association for pupil transportation
06.2008 - Current
Safety Supervisor / Accident Investigator
Houston ISD
06.2008 - 06.2012
Adjunct Instructor
Region 4 ESC
01.2005 - Current
Trainer
Aldine ISD
06.1995 - 06.2009
- Car seat technician
- Class A CDL with P and S endorsements
- Officials certification with TAPT
Similar Profiles
TODD HENRYTODD HENRY
Training and Development Specialist at Pupil Transportation Safety InstituteTraining and Development Specialist at Pupil Transportation Safety Institute
Stanley YangStanley Yang
Research Engineer Associate I at Texas A&M Transportation Institute, College Station, TexasResearch Engineer Associate I at Texas A&M Transportation Institute, College Station, Texas
James BeyJames Bey
Medical Transportation Driver at North Shore Transportation Management AssociationMedical Transportation Driver at North Shore Transportation Management Association
ALEXANDER CERRITOSALEXANDER CERRITOS
Unarmed Security Officer at City Security ServicesUnarmed Security Officer at City Security Services
Joshua RamonJoshua Ramon
Parts Specialist at Tommy VaughnParts Specialist at Tommy Vaughn