Mohamed A. Salat
Saint Cloud,MN
Summary
Equity and social justice advocate with extensive experience in education equity, transportation management, language services, and BIPOC workforce development. Proficient in English, Somali, and Swahili, with strong skills in written communication, analytical thinking, and business development. Holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Marketing from St. Cloud State University and currently pursuing a master's in educational administration and leadership. Proven ability to unite diverse groups to drive impactful change and achieve common goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Workforce Development Specialist
CAIRO- Center for African Immigrants and Refugee Organization
09.2023 - Current
- Identified career goals and advancement opportunities to enable workers to find success within each individual position.
- Notified employers and community organizations of workforce development programs and services.
- Recruited potential clients and identified talented participants to guarantee job candidate effectiveness.
- Interviewed employers to determine needs and brought employers and job seekers together.
- Oversaw job seeker aptitude and interest testing, reviewed results with job seekers and presented suitable career alternatives.
- Educated job seekers on online employment formats and discussed specific requirements for online applications.
Bilingual Communication Support Specialist
District 742
08.2020 - 10.2023
- Assisting families in communicating with teachers, administrators, and other school staff
- Interpreting and administrating parent teachers’ conferences and other school meetings
- Translating of written documents on the district website and other documents for non-English speaking parents/guardians.
- Creating and developing effective intercultural relationship between school staff and families.
- Responded to parent inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
- Generated reports to track student performance and analyze trends.
Educational Equity Outreach Coordinator
District 742
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Working collaboratively with building and district leadership to identify factors which contribute to achievement gaps.
- Develop a bridge of support and knowledge between administrators, equity staff, teachers, students, and families to improve student achievement and close the gap in alignment with the strategic goals of the district.
- Offer support to teachers and staff in culturally responsive teaching practices and help to build bridges across racial, cultural, and language differences.
- Collect data and track students’ success on identified measures of achievement.
- Create and maintain systems for family outreach to support the learning of our diverse populations of students.
- Initiated and coordinated visits by influential persons and community groups for marketing exposure.
- Developed network relationships with industry professionals to enhance community awareness and promote services.
- Increased education and awareness of school community relations through equity programs and delivering evidenced-informed strategies.
- Conducted analysis of community needs and resources to support strategic plans.
- Delivered high-level administrative support to board during regular operations and special meetings.
- Developed classes and events fostering loyalty and educating groups about offerings.
- Identified community organizations and leaders to establish and nurture relationships to help build awareness and win reforms for public.
Direct Support Professional
Spectrum Home Health
07.2017 - 09.2019
- Assisting and supporting clients with daily routine to their satisfaction
- Preparing and ordering medication and implementing clients’ daily activities.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
Direct Support Professional
Shifa Home Health
05.2016 - 07.2017
- Assisted and supported clients with daily routine to their satisfaction
- Prepared and ordered medication and implemented clients’ daily activities.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
Mail Handler
United States Postal Service
04.2016 - 06.2017
- Loaded and unloaded trucks using powered industrial trucks (forklift and Mule trucks)
- Facilitated the processing and distribution of letters, bulk mail, packages, and parcels within the system.
- Utilized physical strength to move mail and packages of varying sizes and weights.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Loaded letters onto processing equipment, removed non-processable letters and maintained continuous sorting feed.
- Followed safety protocols while handling and sorting mail for personal safety purposes.
- Inspected mail for damages and took appropriate action to deliver in good condition.
- Used automated mail processing equipment to sort and collate mail.
- Maintained clean and organized mail room to promote safety and efficiency.
Transportation Manager
Salat Transportation LLC
01.2013 - 10.2015
- Inspected inbound and outbound vehicles to ensure safety operations.
- Performed daily logbook procedure.
- Load pickup and delivery to designed destination.
- Ensured loaded commodities matches the company’s bill of lading.
- Trained, supervised, and managed new drivers.
- Managed company’s daily operations
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
- Supervised department personnel by assigning and directing daily tasks as well as evaluating performance to enhance productivity and resolve problems.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Oversaw team of 8 drivers by reviewing
Assistant Store Supervisor
Buddy’s Convenience Store
10.2010 - 11.2012
- Promoted and assured positive image of the store.
- Implemented and practiced excellent customer service.
- Supervised 3-5 employees.
- Performed and contributed the overall success operation of the store.
- Conducted store inventories once per quarter.
- Educated and trained staff to equip with knowledge about products, customer service and store policies.
- Supervised daily operations by directing customer service, inventory, and sales operations.
- Supervised associates by providing direction and instruction for stocking shelves, rotating stock, and receiving deliveries.
- Arranged and organized staff work schedules to guarantee proper coverage for peak business hours.
Apparel Team Leader
Peckham, Inc
12.2007 - 10.2010
- Ensured the achievement of smooth follow in the production process.
- Trained, assigned, and directed employees to their area of work.
- Addressed complaints and resolved work related conflicts.
Child Development Worker
CARE International, CDW
12.2004 - 09.2007
- Screened and reported any child abuse indicators to the authorized agencies.
- Facilitated child abuse awareness workshops to educate the community.
- Advocated for victims of child abuse in the court hearings.
- Collaborated with government agencies in finding recourses and protection for victims of child abuse.
- Observed children to recognize and maintain strong awareness of developmental progress.
- Communicated respectfully and thoughtfully with parents and guardians by remaining sensitive to different families' cultures, values, and needs.
- Developed level-appropriate lessons and activities to support skill-building needs.
- Built and maintained strong parent and student relationships.
- Prepared children for success in classroom settings through encouragement and exploration of learning activities.
Education
MS - Educational Administration and Leadership
St. Cloud State University
St. Cloud, MN08.2025
BS - Management
St. Cloud State University
St. Cloud, MN12.2021
AS - Business Management
St. Cloud Technical and Community College
St. Cloud, MN08.2020
Skills
- Adaptive learning strategies
- Cultural sensitivity
- Training program facilitation
- Workforce analytics
- Organizational strategy development
- Policy analysis and evaluation
- Career counseling
- Employment law knowledge
- Strategic partnership building
- Labor market research
- Team collaboration facilitation
- Community outreach initiatives
- Problem-solving skills
- Multitasking expertise
Timeline
Workforce Development Specialist
CAIRO- Center for African Immigrants and Refugee Organization
09.2023 - Current
Educational Equity Outreach Coordinator
District 742
10.2022 - 09.2023
Bilingual Communication Support Specialist
District 742
08.2020 - 10.2023
Direct Support Professional
Spectrum Home Health
07.2017 - 09.2019
Direct Support Professional
Shifa Home Health
05.2016 - 07.2017
Mail Handler
United States Postal Service
04.2016 - 06.2017
Transportation Manager
Salat Transportation LLC
01.2013 - 10.2015
Assistant Store Supervisor
Buddy’s Convenience Store
10.2010 - 11.2012
Apparel Team Leader
Peckham, Inc
12.2007 - 10.2010
Child Development Worker
CARE International, CDW
12.2004 - 09.2007
MS - Educational Administration and Leadership
St. Cloud State University
BS - Management
St. Cloud State University
AS - Business Management
St. Cloud Technical and Community College
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