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Michael Limón

Michael Limón

San Jose,CA

Summary

Building and serving communities through safety, education, teamwork, and leadership.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Area Coordinator

University Of Southern Oregon
07.2023 - 03.2024
  • Improved team performance by implementing efficient scheduling and resource allocation strategies.
  • Streamlined communication between departments for better collaboration and productivity.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires, ensuring quick integration into the team.
  • Boosted employee morale with regular recognition of achievements and personalized feedback.
  • Resolved conflicts among staff members and students, fostering a cohesive work environment.
  • Organized successful events and initiatives, promoting community engagement and increasing brand visibility.
  • Increased efficiency by streamlining processes and introducing time-saving tools in daily operations.
  • Monitored key performance indicators to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes.
  • Oversaw safety protocols within the area of responsibility, maintaining a secure work environment for all employees.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations, identifying gaps in skills or knowledge and providing relevant coaching or training opportunities.
  • Participated in 24/7 On call emergency response rotation.
  • Completed FEMA and NIMS online training courses
  • Completed CPR and first aid workshops

TEFL English Teacher

Brighton English
08.2021 - 06.2023
  • Taught group English Classes to beginner, intermediate, and advanced
    students (Child - Adults)
    • Planned and prepared custom lessons and materials for classes
    • Worked with students with learning disabilities
    • Developed a sense of community and a basis for positive interpersonal relationships amongst staff, parents, and students
    • Counseled students on careers, academics, and work life balance including crisis counseling and disciplinary mediation
    • Worked on a team of 6 teammates working collaboratively and independently
    • Managed tuition payments, budgets, and organized scheduling of events and meetings
    • Trained staff in administrative duties
    • adapted to changing circumstances
    • Assessed Learners comprehension levels
    • Wrote reports on student and staff progress/incidents
    • Customized lessons to learners needs
  • Translated documents from Spanish to English

Intern

British Consulate General, PPPA
03.2019 - 06.2019

Research local, regional, national print and online media, identifying articles relevant to areas of interest, including Brexit

  • Develop content for the Consulate's social media (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram)
  • Composed briefs and bios on organizations and their personnel, topical issues and events
  • Assist PPPA team organize visit programs for official UK delegations Support PPPA team in organizing Consulate events
  • Completed a multi-day economic trade/diplomacy training led by the Regional Director
  • Audio-video production and editing
  • Interviewed relevant individuals for multimedia campaigns.
  • Enhanced intern productivity by assisting with project coordination and providing ongoing support.
  • Conducted research for various projects, leading to well-informed decisions and successful outcomes.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of company events, resulting in increased employee engagement and satisfaction.

Digital Communications Consultant

United Nations Foundation
09.2018 - 01.2019
  • Publishes digital and print media to audiences over 60,000
  • Monitor and develop posts/accompanying graphics for UNF's Instagram and Twitter accounts
  • Reported on world wide events related to UNF campaigns
  • Collaborated with Politicians, Artists, Celebrities, and Scientists to build strong campaigns
  • Delivered high-quality presentations to stakeholders, effectively communicating project objectives and results.

Events and Donations Intern

Madrid for Refugees
09.2016 - 01.2017
  • Welcoming refugees of various countries and helping them find employment
  • Proxy and journal EU Political Panels
  • Draft and edit digital and print marketing promotions
  • Interview team leaders, refugees, and volunteers for audio journaling
  • Create graphics design of printed materials
  • Teach English to refugees in the organization.
  • Enhanced intern productivity by assisting with project coordination and providing ongoing support.
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing data analysis findings, informing key decision-makers of important trends and patterns.
  • Coordinate logistics for event planning and execution of two large-scale events for over 60 attendees

Resident Advisor

California State University Chico
08.2014 - 05.2016
  • Plan, organize and facilitate monthly meetings with residents
    • Develop and implement active and passive programs/events to build and strengthen community
    • Confront and resolve issues on diversity, alcohol and drug abuse, mental stability, academic performance, roommate conflicts, and social acceptance
    • Collaborate with a staff of ten - thirteen RAs and two career professional staff members
    • Advise, mentor and supervise several floors of residents, including freshmen, transfer and returning students
    • Participate in 24 hour on-call security rotation to ensure the safety of a community housing over 300 students
    • Respond to crisis situations and referred residents to the appropriate professional offices on campus

Youth Sports Coordinator

YMCA
06.2010 - 01.2014
  • CPR Certification
  • Taught youth ages 5-16 how to properly play and use sporting equipment
  • Taught youth about Sports Health and Fitness
  • Increased youth participation in sports programs by organizing engaging events and promoting community involvement.
  • Developed strong relationships with local schools, fostering partnerships that allowed for increased access to athletic resources for students.
  • Reduced conflicts among players and parents through effective mediation strategies, creating a supportive environment for all involved.

Education

Trinity Certified TEFL Instructor Certification - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)

TEFL in Spain
Malaga, Spain
09.2021

Masters - International Relations -

Institut Barcelona d'Estudios Internacionales
Barcelona, Spain
09.2018

Bachelors - Music Business -

California State University Chico
Chico, California
06.2016

Certification - Graphics Design -

Central County Occupational Center
San Jose, California
06.2007

Skills

  • Community Building
  • FEMA & NIMS Training
  • Crisis management
  • Student engagement
  • Cultural awareness
  • Student support
  • Ability to multitask
  • Program Leadership
  • Adobe Creative Suite, Canva (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
  • Microsoft Office - (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Trello, WordPress, Dropbox, Letterpress
  • Google Drive, Analytics
  • Internet research

Certification

CPR First Aid Certified x4

Additional Information

Took Basic Fire Technology Courses at Mission. College

Native English and Spanish Fluency

Timeline

Area Coordinator

University Of Southern Oregon
07.2023 - 03.2024

TEFL English Teacher

Brighton English
08.2021 - 06.2023

Intern

British Consulate General, PPPA
03.2019 - 06.2019

Digital Communications Consultant

United Nations Foundation
09.2018 - 01.2019

Events and Donations Intern

Madrid for Refugees
09.2016 - 01.2017

Resident Advisor

California State University Chico
08.2014 - 05.2016

Youth Sports Coordinator

YMCA
06.2010 - 01.2014

Trinity Certified TEFL Instructor Certification - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)

TEFL in Spain

Masters - International Relations -

Institut Barcelona d'Estudios Internacionales

Bachelors - Music Business -

California State University Chico

Certification - Graphics Design -

Central County Occupational Center
Michael Limón