Maria Del Pilar Coeto
Henderson,NV
Summary
Skilled in individualized instruction and team collaboration, I significantly enhanced academic performance and cultural competence at the University of Nevada Reno, Extension. Leveraging expertise in curriculum planning and behavioral assessment, I adeptly met diverse learner needs, achieving notable client advocacy outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Based Instructor
University of Nevada Reno, Extension
Las Vegas, NV
05.2012 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades and assessments for all students in the course.
- Provided individualized instruction to students to improve their academic performance.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Implemented instructional materials and curriculum to meet specific program needs.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Attended meetings, training and activities to enhance skills and credentials.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assessments and progress reports.
- Delivered real-time, accurate oral translations and interpretations for clients.
- Participated in the development of bilingual educational content, ensuring language accuracy and cultural relevance.
- Translated legal documents, including contracts and court documents, from English to Spanish and vice versa.
- Assisted with customer support services, e-mail and inbound calling for organizations.
- Provided guidance on cultural differences when communicating with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Attended workshops and seminars to stay abreast of new developments in interpreting techniques.
- Translated spoken words simultaneously orally or using hand signs, maintaining message content and style.
- Proofread, edited and revised translated documents.
- Provided Spanish-English interpretation services for medical appointments, court hearings, and other legal proceedings.
Trainer and Interpreter
UNLV
Las Vegas, NV
01.2012 - 12.2016
- Suggested and offered specific training programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills.
- Designed and developed training materials for new employees in the organization.
- Assessed training needs through surveys, interviews with employees or focus groups.
- Trained newly hired top talent to fill key positions and maximize productivity.
- Scheduled classes based on availability of classrooms, equipment or instructors.
- Created and offered additional materials to enhance training.
- Obtained and organized manuals, guides and visual materials for development and training purposes.
- Adapted teaching methods according to the needs of individual learners or groups.
- Maintained strong knowledge by participating in workshops, conferences, and online education classes.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Family Specialist
Nevada Early Intervention Services
Las Vegas, NV
01.2009 - 05.2012
- Worked with community resources to engage youth in pro-social activities and help families access services.
- Provided referrals to outside agencies when necessary.
- Coordinated activities involving birth parents in conjunction with in-home support counselors.
- Established behavioral modification goals and assessed progress toward goals.
- Collaborated with state agencies and benefits coordinators to develop individualized plans for each case.
- Worked with care team to assess client needs and discuss collaborative treatment efforts.
- Managed parent support groups addressing topics such as positive discipline and parenting styles.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss caseloads and share best practices.
- Assisted families in identifying strengths, needs, and resources to increase their capacity for self-sufficiency.
- Conducted home visits to assess the safety of the family's living environment.
- Attended trainings and workshops to stay up-to-date on current best practices in the field.
- Coached parents on effective communication strategies between themselves and their children.
- Encouraged clients to set realistic goals for themselves while creating an action plan for achieving those goals.
Outreach Coordinator
Nevada State Health Division
LAS VEGAS, NV
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Established and maintained relationships to meet community needs and avoid service duplication.
- Represented organizations in relations with governmental and media institutions.
- Provided support to team members in completing tasks related to outreach activities.
- Fostered community outreach by coordinating rapport-building events to liaise with community members.
- Recruited, interviewed, and hired volunteers and staff.
- Tracked data using spreadsheets to record pledges, phone calls and canvassing.
- Collaborated with other departments on projects related to marketing and public relations efforts.
- Implemented and evaluated staff, volunteer or training programs.
- Designed flyers, brochures, newsletters, and other materials to advertise programs or services offered by the organization.
- Provided direct service and support by handling referrals for advocacy issues or resolving complaints.
- Communicated regularly with staff members to ensure that all outreach materials were up-to-date and accurate.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from external contacts regarding programs or services offered by the organization.
- Supervised team and conducted performance reviews to evaluate and offer constructive feedback.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Nevada State College
Las Vegas, NVSkills
- Individualized instruction
- Curriculum planning
- Behavioral assessment
- Client advocacy
- Cultural competence
- Team collaboration
- Record keeping
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Basic Nutrition
- Certified Lactation Educator
Timeline
Community Based Instructor
University of Nevada Reno, Extension
05.2012 - Current
Trainer and Interpreter
UNLV
01.2012 - 12.2016
Family Specialist
Nevada Early Intervention Services
01.2009 - 05.2012
Outreach Coordinator
Nevada State Health Division
01.2009 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Nevada State College
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