Hi, I’m
Renée Balestra
Accord,NY
Summary
Dynamic project management professional with extensive experience in diverse public and private sectors. Strong advocate for collaboration, emphasizing intersectionality to foster innovative solutions and drive team success. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage complex projects, and deliver results aligned with organizational goals. Committed to leveraging strategic insights and fostering inclusive environments to enhance project outcomes.
Overview
31
years of professional experience
4
Certifications
Work History
Rondout Valley High School
English & Special Education Teacher
01.2002 - Current
Job overview
- 9th Grade Academy Facilitator, Instructional Support team Coordinator, School Improvement Team member, No Place for Hate member, Human Rights club member, class advisor, Wise Individualized Senior Experience Mentor, Teacher Mentor, Mid Hudson Teacher’s Center liaison
- Teaching : conventions of standard English, knowledge of language, vocabulary, literature, and writing. Creating solid teacher-student relationships, utilizing a variety of classroom management skills, being adept at creating an engaging Google Classroom and Bitmoji page, grading a large volume of written work in a timely manner, maintaining parent communication, Updating SchoolTool gradebook weekly, individual case management, setting IEP goals, advocating for students and empowering them to advocate for themselves.
Rondout Valley HS
Instructional Coach
01.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Supporting teachers in mastering classroom management, instructional practices, MTSS, developing quality assessments and feedback, assisting with designing lessons/units that utilize UDL, developing lessons/units through PBL, infusing SEL in their curriculum as well as working with a variety of student groups.
Rondout Valley HS
Evening Academy Supervisor
01.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Scheduling, supervision of evening courses offered, registration, parent communication, student counseling, grade resolution, credit recovery options, and student attendance.
JCW Management
Property Manager
05.1994 - Current
Job overview
- Conducted regular property inspections, identifying areas for improvement and proactively addressing potential safety hazards.
- Enhanced tenant satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues in a timely manner.
- Coordinated with maintenance staff to ensure timely completion of repairs, minimizing downtime for tenants and maintaining property aesthetics.
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms with vendors, resulting in reduced operating expenses without compromising on service quality.
- Implemented cost-saving measures through efficient resource allocation and vendor negotiations, optimizing property financial performance.
- Oversaw lease agreements from inception to termination, ensuring compliance with local regulations and protecting the interests of both landlords and tenants.
- Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures.
- Coordinated with legal counsel to resolve tenant disputes.
- Maintained original leases and renewal documents in digital and hardcopy format for property management office.
- Maintained positive landlord-tenant relationships, ensuring clear communication and prompt resolution of any disputes.
- Established strong relationships with local authorities, ensuring prompt attention to code violations or other regulatory matters affecting the property''s operations.
- Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays, and schedule changes.
- Increased property occupancy rates by effectively marketing available units and conducting thorough tenant screenings.
Ulster BOCES @ Ellenville HS
21st Century Program Coordinator
01.2001 - 01.2002
Job overview
- Tracking student attendance, parent outreach, scheduling and promoting after school program offerings
Education
SUNY New PaltzNew Paltz, NY
Certificate Of Advanced Study from Building And District Leadership
05.2023
SUNY New PaltzNew Paltz, NY
Mastor from Of Special Education 7-12
05.2007
SUNY New PaltzNew Paltz
Bachelor In from English 7-12
05.2001
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Creativity
- Leadership
- DEI Work
- Unification
- Empowering others
- Relationship Building
- Community Connections
- Curriculum Design
- Communication
- Goal Setting
Certification
- BA- Secondary Education-English
- MA- Special Education 7-12
- CAS- School Building Leadership
- CAS- School District Leadership
CUST
"Go to the people. Live with them. Learn from them. Love them. Start with what they know. Build with what they have. But with the best leaders, when the work is done, the task accomplished, the people will say 'We have done this ourselves.'" — LAO TZU
Timeline
Instructional Coach
Rondout Valley HS
01.2021 - Current
Evening Academy Supervisor
Rondout Valley HS
01.2021 - Current
English & Special Education Teacher
Rondout Valley High School
01.2002 - Current
21st Century Program Coordinator
Ulster BOCES @ Ellenville HS
01.2001 - 01.2002
Property Manager
JCW Management
05.1994 - Current
SUNY New Paltz
Certificate Of Advanced Study from Building And District Leadership
SUNY New Paltz
Mastor from Of Special Education 7-12
SUNY New Paltz
Bachelor In from English 7-12