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Marco A. Arroyo

New Orleans,LA

Summary

Professional educator with extensive knowledge in scientific disciplines and strong commitment to fostering collaborative learning environment. Adept at designing engaging curriculum, utilizing innovative teaching methods, and adapting to diverse student needs. Known for driving academic success and building positive relationships with both students and colleagues. Ability to inspire curiosity and critical thinking in students while ensuring alignment with educational standards.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Science Teacher

Jefferson Parish Schools ( J D Meisler Middle)
07.2020 - Current
  • Certified Science teacher by LDoE, May 2025.
  • Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support to 6th and 7th graders, about 180 students/ year.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings and best practices in science education.
  • Incorporated project-based learning into the curriculum, challenging students to apply scientific principles in real-world situations while developing teamwork skills.
  • Head of the School's Family Engagement Program 23/26.
  • Selected as Science Teacher for the new Star Academy program as of August 2025.

UBER Driver

N/a
03.2018 - 03.2020
  • Responded to passenger concerns and complaints politely and professionally.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with passengers by providing friendly and professional service.

Financial Advisor

Carbon, SA De CV (www.lobbygastrobar.com.sv)
01.2016 - 02.2018
  • Top salvadoran 5 star restaurant located in an exclusive section of San Salvador.
  • Developed comprehensive financial plans for the stockholders to achieve short-term and long-term goals.
  • Established franchise model for expansion in Central American region.

General Manager

Chisesi Meat Packing Co.
01.2013 - 12.2015
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
  • Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.

General Manager

Grupo monelca
01.2010 - 12.2012

Leading regional designer, manufacturer and assembly of steel and electromechanical works specializing various industries: cement, mining, energy, gas, infrastructure projects, petroterminals, etc. www.grupomonelca.com

Executive Director

PROESA
01.2007 - 12.2009
  • Government agency in charge of promoting FDI; reporting to the Vice President of El Salvador. www.proesa.gob.sv
  • During 2007 PROESA attracted FDI for $500M involving 47 businesses and creating 8,000 new jobs; during 2008, $200M, 65 businesses and 9,000 jobs
  • Advisor to the Vice-President of El Salvador on logistics and transportation; ports, airports and RR; and concession of public works through PPP's.
  • Attending over 30 promotional events, summits, seminaries and forums in Africa, UAE, India, Taiwan, Europe and the Americas.

General Manager

CEPA (Port Authority Commission)
01.2003 - 12.2006
  • CEPA owns, operates and administers ports, airports and RR, $63M budget, 550 employees in 2006. www.cepa.gob.sv
  • To the GM report 9 managers from Headquarters´ support functions and 5 managers from: Port of Acajutla, El Salvador's Inter'l Airport and Cargo Terminal (AIES); Ilopango Airport; National RR's; and La Union Port Development project ($192M).

Cargo Director, Planning and Marketing

Grupo TACA
01.2001 - 12.2002


  • Hired thru Bain & Co. consulting services to make the transition as VP Cargo. Complete restructuring of the $100M Division.
  • Designing strategies, policies and programs for cargo network - 19 stations in the Americas
  • Implementing new personnel evaluating methods: quotas, bonuses and KPI's
  • Managing contracts and cargo alliances
  • Closing down cargo operation- 5 cargo planes, due to 9/11 events
  • New procedures at the MEX-PTY operations: warehouses, customer service and IT, for 'belly' cargo. www.tacacargo.com

Director

Banco Central De Reserva De El Salvador (FOSAFFI)
01.1993 - 01.2002


  • Central Bank's office in charge of reprivatizing the public banking system that went broke in the late 1980's. www.fosaffi.gob.sv
  • Implementing write-offs and capitalization programs totaling $800M
  • Liquidating transferred portfolio of bad loans and guarantees, supervising the privatization program
  • Between 2003-07, the "new" banking system was resold for $6.0B to HSBC, GE Capital, Citi, Bancolombia and Scotia


Vice-President and Acting President

Banco Hipotecario de El Salvador, S.A.
01.1996 - 01.2000


  • Defining, implementing and supervising institutional policies: www.bancohipotecario.com.sv
  • Financial, legal, administrative and operational stabilization of the Bank
  • Reorganization and downsizing: reduction of work force from 850 to 590 employees
  • President of the Audit Committee: credit, operational, legal and IT


President and CEO

Procesos Lácteos S.A. de C. V.
01.1985 - 01.2000


  • Establishing the leadership positioning of POPS as premium ice-cream: increasing from 7 to 50 outlets by 2000, employing 350; franchise program of POPS outlets totaled 25 by 1996
  • From 1992-97, three international ice-cream franchises closed down operations: Wall´s, Bresler´s and Holanda, plus a local chain VIP's with 25 outlets
  • Introduction of Helados Dos Pinos from Costa Rica (COPROLE) in supermarkets and POPS El Salvador's outlets
  • In October 2001, sold out to a minority interest
  • Website: http://www.pops.co.cr

Education

MBA - Strategic Planning/ Finance

University of Pennsylvania ( The Wharton School)
Philadelphia, PA
05-1979

Bachelor of Science - Production Engineering/ Economics

Universidad Jose S Canas
San Salvador, El Salvador
06-1976

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • STEM programs
  • Project-based learning
  • Student engagement
  • Multicultural sensitivity
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Parent and guardian communication

Timeline

Science Teacher

Jefferson Parish Schools ( J D Meisler Middle)
07.2020 - Current

UBER Driver

N/a
03.2018 - 03.2020

Financial Advisor

Carbon, SA De CV (www.lobbygastrobar.com.sv)
01.2016 - 02.2018

General Manager

Chisesi Meat Packing Co.
01.2013 - 12.2015

General Manager

Grupo monelca
01.2010 - 12.2012

Executive Director

PROESA
01.2007 - 12.2009

General Manager

CEPA (Port Authority Commission)
01.2003 - 12.2006

Cargo Director, Planning and Marketing

Grupo TACA
01.2001 - 12.2002

Vice-President and Acting President

Banco Hipotecario de El Salvador, S.A.
01.1996 - 01.2000

Director

Banco Central De Reserva De El Salvador (FOSAFFI)
01.1993 - 01.2002

President and CEO

Procesos Lácteos S.A. de C. V.
01.1985 - 01.2000

MBA - Strategic Planning/ Finance

University of Pennsylvania ( The Wharton School)

Bachelor of Science - Production Engineering/ Economics

Universidad Jose S Canas