Michael Almanzar
New York,NY
Summary
Experienced with coordinating complex logistics operations to ensure smooth supply chain management. Utilizes strategic planning and problem-solving skills to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Track record of fostering strong relationships with vendors and clients to maintain seamless operations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Second-Grade Teacher / Classroom Educator
Uncommon Schools – Uncommon Brownsville North Elementary School
Brooklyn, NY
05.2024 - Current
- Manage daily classroom operations for 25+ students, balancing instruction with administrative responsibilities.
- Track and analyze student performance data using MCLASS to inform planning and interventions.
- Maintain accurate documentation, compliance records, and progress reports.
- Communicate proactively with families and colleagues to resolve issues and support outcomes.
- Manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Logistics Coordinator (Part-Time / Contract)
Kindred
New York, NY
03.2022 - 06.2025
- Managed end-to-end event and production logistics, coordinating vendors, internal teams, timelines, and resources to ensure seamless execution.
- Negotiated vendor agreements and maintained strong professional partnerships to optimize cost and performance.
- Oversaw budgets and tracked expenses across multiple projects, implementing process improvements that reduced operational costs by 15%.
- Supervised production assistants and support staff, ensuring workflow efficiency and accountability.
- Developed structured systems for scheduling, task delegation, and communication to streamline operations.
Executive Assistant to CEO & Artistic Director (Contract)
The Shed
New York, NY
04.2019 - 06.2020
- Provided high-level executive support, managing complex calendars, travel arrangements, and expense reporting.
- Served as primary liaison between executive leadership and internal/external stakeholders.
- Coordinated board meetings, executive sessions, and cross-departmental initiatives.
- Managed confidential communications and sensitive information with discretion.
- Supported operational planning for large-scale organizational events and initiatives.
Office Manager
Breaking Ground
New York, NY
01.2015 - 04.2018
- Directed daily office operations to maintain organizational efficiency and staff productivity.
- Coordinated vendors, service contracts, and facility-related logistics.
- Managed scheduling systems for meetings, events, and shared spaces.
- Tracked office budgets, processed expenses, and prepared financial reports.
- Assisted leadership with operational projects and cross-departmental initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
CUNY Lehman College
Bronx, NY12.2023
Skills
- Operations & Workflow Management
- Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination
- Budget Tracking & Expense Management
- Process Improvement
- Executive & Administrative Support
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Data Tracking & Reporting
- Conflict Resolution
- Calendar & Schedule Management
- Google Workspace Microsoft Office Slack Zoom Microsoft Teams
- Lesson plan development
- Team collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Second-Grade Teacher / Classroom Educator
Uncommon Schools – Uncommon Brownsville North Elementary School
05.2024 - Current
Logistics Coordinator (Part-Time / Contract)
Kindred
03.2022 - 06.2025
Executive Assistant to CEO & Artistic Director (Contract)
The Shed
04.2019 - 06.2020
Office Manager
Breaking Ground
01.2015 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
CUNY Lehman College