Nicholas Rotherham
La Palma,CA
Summary
Seasoned Talent Development Leader with experience in talent management, workforce planning, and learning & development. Adept at identifying talent gaps, fostering a culture of continuous learning, and implementing strategic initiatives to develop high-potential employees and improve business performance. Expertise in collaborating with senior leadership to drive talent strategies, utilizing data-driven insights, and developing and executing training programs. Strong track record in managing global talent planning processes, mentoring leadership teams, and leveraging emerging technologies, including AI, to enhance talent management practices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Department Lead & Talent Development Specialist
Anaheim Union High School District
08.2017 - Current
- Lead the development and implementation of inclusive curriculum and instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of all students, ensuring accessibility and engagement for all learners
- Designed and delivered internal training sessions for staff across the organization, focused on best practices in teaching, team leadership, and student engagement, promoting continuous learning and skill development
- Developed and maintained learning resources and materials to support the professional development of staff, including presentation decks, guides, and knowledge-sharing tools
- Partnered with senior leadership and HR to assess talent gaps within the department, developing proactive strategies for recruitment, retention, and career growth of high-potential employees
- Led the recruitment and hiring process for new department members, conducting interviews, assessing candidates' qualifications, and ensuring alignment with the team's needs and organizational goals
- Provided coaching and performance feedback to team members, fostering an environment of continuous improvement, professional growth, and high performance
- Conducted regular talent reviews, PDPs, and performance evaluations, identifying strengths and areas for development in team members, and creating targeted development plans for career progression
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align learning and development initiatives with organizational objectives, ensuring that training programs were tailored to business needs and supported long-term talent strategy
- Utilized data-driven insights to assess the effectiveness of training programs, making improvements as needed to optimize outcomes and align with evolving organizational priorities
- Supported the integration of technology into talent management practices, including the use of learning management systems (LMS) and data tools like Power BI to track and report on learning and development outcomes
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, maintaining the highest standards for protecting sensitive information and adhering to confidentiality protocols in all talent management processes
- Experience incorporating AI tools into talent management practices for data-driven decision-making and talent development
- Proven track record of working with senior executives to influence talent management strategies that drive business growth
- Strong focus on protecting sensitive information, maintaining confidentiality, and ensuring the security of employee and customer data in all talent management activities
Football Coach
Kennedy High School
La Palma
06.2019 - 01.2025
- Organized and led practice sessions focusing on skills improvement, strategy, and teamwork.
- Planned strategies and selected optimal team lineups to execute game plans.
- Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
- Maintained accurate records of all team activities including attendance, training regimens, and game results.
- Engaged with fans and the community to build support and foster team spirit.
- Reviewed scouting reports from opposing teams prior to each match-up in order to devise effective countermeasures.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Monitored player health and wellness, coordinating with medical staff to manage injuries.
- Developed comprehensive training programs to enhance player physical fitness and on-field performance.
- Monitored student athlete academic performance through grade checking and boosted results with study hall and techniques.
- Directed weekly film sessions to review opponents' tendencies and highlight areas of improvement for own team.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Concordia University
Seward, Nebraska01.2021
Education Specialist - Teaching Credential
California State University
Long Beach01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
California State University
Long Beach01.2016
Skills
- Talent Management & Development
- Learning & Development Strategy
- Succession Planning & Workforce Planning
- Leadership Development & Coaching
- Employee Engagement & Retention
- Curriculum & Instructional Design
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Data Analysis & Reporting (Power BI, SuccessFactors)
- Project Management & Execution
- Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Continuous Improvement & Process Optimization
Additional Information
Experience incorporating AI tools into talent management practices for data-driven decision-making and talent development., Proven track record of working with senior executives to influence talent management strategies that drive business growth., Strong focus on protecting sensitive information, maintaining confidentiality, and ensuring the security of employee and customer data in all talent management activities.
Timeline
Football Coach
Kennedy High School
06.2019 - 01.2025
Special Education Department Lead & Talent Development Specialist
Anaheim Union High School District
08.2017 - Current
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Concordia University
Education Specialist - Teaching Credential
California State University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
California State University
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