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Maria Navarro Valdez

McAllen

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in the US Army, excelling in team leadership and problem-solving. Successfully led mine-clearing operations with zero injuries, demonstrating reliability and attention to detail. Adept at managing sensitive information and enhancing communication processes, ensuring mission success and operational efficiency.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Observer

US Army
12.2018 - Current
  • Placed explosives and performed mine-sweeping activities on land.
  • Increased unit proficiency by leading rigorous training exercises in demolitions, mine warfare, and obstacle construction.
  • Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth more than $200,000
  • Assured mission success with accurate reconnaissance reports on enemy positions, terrain features, and obstacles.
  • Improved safety measures by conducting risk assessments and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.
  • Established secure perimeters around base camps to enhance force protection measures against potential threats.
  • Conducted ground reconnaissance for roads, bridges and tunnels and reported findings to commander.
  • Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
  • Managed team of 6 personnel in mine-clearing operations, resulting in zero injuries.
  • Operated multiple types of heavy equipment to prepare roads, runways and bunkers.

Instructional Assistant

McAllen ISD
09.2012 - 05.2023
  • Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
  • Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a positive and focused learning environment.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.

Secretary

Raba Kistner Consultants
06.2008 - 12.2008
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
  • Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
  • Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
  • Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
  • Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.

Education

McAllen Memorial High School
McAllen, TX

Skills

  • Open-mindedness
  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Multitasking
  • Attention to detail
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Team leadership
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making

Certification

  • Search and Extraction, US Army - March 2022
  • Certified Driver HMDS Husky Mounted Detection System, US Army - December 2020

Languages

Spanish
English

Timeline

Observer

US Army
12.2018 - Current

Instructional Assistant

McAllen ISD
09.2012 - 05.2023

Secretary

Raba Kistner Consultants
06.2008 - 12.2008

McAllen Memorial High School

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