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Leslie Acosta

Deltona,Florida

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Computer Teacher

Florida United Methodist Children's Home
09.2024 - Current

-Planning lessons and activities that facilitate students' acquisition of basic and advanced computer skills.


-Prepares lesson plans and educates students at all levels.


-Instructing in a manner that develops students' confidence in their abilities.


-Observing and managing classroom dynamics.


-Creates a positive, stimulating, and inclusive education environment.


-Invigilating and assessing projects, quizzes, and examinations.


-Tracking and communicating students' advancement


-Instructing on using computer hardware


-Describing the types and use of computer software





Case Aide

Florida United Methodist Children's Home
07.2024 - Current

-Provides ongoing administrative support to Case Managers.


-Support the Case Managers in the timely collection and completion of required documentation for youth in care.


-Assist with incoming and outgoing calls in the management of caseloads.

-Send the code letter to the sponsor when necessary


-Assist in the discharge process, by coordinating the purchasing of flight tickets, the pickups, completing the discharge packet, and transporting the minors to the airport if needed.


-Responsible for conducting the 30-day follow-up phone call in each case and providing the information to the LCM in a timely manner.


-Assist with internal file monitoring.


-Ensures filing compliance in accordance to ORR and state regulations related to positions documentation responsibility.


-Prepare and distribute reports and case summaries





Owner

Leslie's Greenhouse
01.2018 - 04.2023

Performed all necessary tasks of successfully maintaining a thriving business


-Established partnerships and negotiated with local nurseries and wholesalers


-Developed aggressive sales plans with strong execution


-Answered phone calls and emails with questions regarding plants and their care


-Sold plants in all 50 states in the USA


-Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.


-Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.


-Established foundational processes for business operations.

Lead Teacher

Early Explorers Preschool
12.2014 - 10.2016

-Created lesson plans with interactive and engaging activities for an average of 15 students


-Provided daily consistent written communication to parents and other staff members


-Implemented positive behavior management strategies to maintain a safe & productive environment.


-Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.


-Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.


-Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.


-Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.

Preschool Teacher

Early Learning Center of Belden
03.2013 - 12.2014

- Developed and implemented engaging and age appropriate curriculums.


-Maintained accurate up to date records of all student`s arrival times,attendance, activities, assessments & departure times.


-Exercised daily written and verbal communication with parents and other staff members.


-Successfully provided a nurturing and safe learning environment for students.


-Collaborated with parents,specialists,and other staff members to develop individual learning plans for students.

Education

Associate of Arts - Social Work

Kent State University
Kent, OH

Skills

    Bilingual

    FL 40 hour DCF training

    CPR Certified

    CPI Certified

Certification

Florida 40 hour DCF training


CPR certified


CPI certified



Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Computer Teacher

Florida United Methodist Children's Home
09.2024 - Current

Case Aide

Florida United Methodist Children's Home
07.2024 - Current

Owner

Leslie's Greenhouse
01.2018 - 04.2023

Lead Teacher

Early Explorers Preschool
12.2014 - 10.2016

Preschool Teacher

Early Learning Center of Belden
03.2013 - 12.2014

Associate of Arts - Social Work

Kent State University
Leslie Acosta