Rigoberto Pedraza
Brownsville,TX
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Southwest Key Programs, excelling in budget administration and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in program evaluation and curriculum development, enhancing educational outcomes. Strong project management skills complemented by effective communication, driving team success and ensuring adherence to state and federal guidelines.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Program Director
Southwest Key Programs- Casa Padre
Brownsville, TX
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Administered budgets and monitored department expenditures to keep program operations aligned with budget targets.
- Ensured day-to-day operation compliance with ORR, and State Minimum Standards for General Residential Operations.
- Conducted monthly calls with the assigned Project Officer.
- Participated in monthly Director meetings to discuss trends, solutions, and goals.
- Conducted weekly meetings with department leads to discuss the state of the department, department needs, compliance with ORR and State Licensing standards
- Presented Corrective Actions
Lead Teacher
Southwest Key Programs- Casa Padre
Brownsville, TX
05.2018 - 02.2024
- Review and ensure lessons incorporate various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Integrated technology into daily lessons to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Oversaw the initial assessment of intakes to document the education level of students.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Created and developed Physical Education curriculum and Lesson Plans to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
- Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements. As required by ORR and State Licensing Standards
- Analyzed ETO reports to ensure compliance with state and federal policy requirements.
Assistant Lead Teacher
Southwest Key Programs- Casa Padre
Brownsville, TX
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Conducted in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills and knowledge.
- Conducted weekly classroom observations of teachers and provided constructive feedback.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and teachers.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Conducted walkthroughs and follow-ups weekly or as needed.
- Addressed staff performance and conduct issues or concerns
- Mentored staff
Case Manager
Southwest Key Programs
Brownsville, TX
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Familiar with the client and sponsor interview process.
- Familiar with UC Portal documentation of Client and Sponsor information
- Reviewed and verified all information provided by sponsor
- Monitored and ensured that all services are provided to client as required by federal and state policy and guidelines.
- Ensure that all deadlines are met on a timely manner
Vocational Coordinator
Southwest Key Program
Brownsville, TX
02.2014 - 02.2017
- Oversee Vocational Department
- Ensure the age and mental developmental appropriateness of the Vocational Class lesson plan and activities.
- Ensure ETO documentation compliance with federal and state policy and regulation requirements
- Incorporated community resources into Vocational Curriculum
Education
State Teacher Certified - Teacher Certified
Texas Education Agency
Brownsville, TX08-2016
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Texas At Brownsville
Brownsville, TX08-1997
Skills
- Budget administration
- Regulatory compliance
- Program evaluation
- Data analysis
- Project management
- Curriculum development
- Great Listener
Certification
- L.C.C.A. License Issued 12/17/2022
- CPI Certification Issued 12/13/2024
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Program Director
Southwest Key Programs- Casa Padre
02.2025 - 03.2025
Lead Teacher
Southwest Key Programs- Casa Padre
05.2018 - 02.2024
Assistant Lead Teacher
Southwest Key Programs- Casa Padre
01.2018 - 05.2018
Case Manager
Southwest Key Programs
02.2017 - 01.2018
Vocational Coordinator
Southwest Key Program
02.2014 - 02.2017
- L.C.C.A. License Issued 12/17/2022
- CPI Certification Issued 12/13/2024
State Teacher Certified - Teacher Certified
Texas Education Agency
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Texas At Brownsville
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