Salina Cardona-Milicia
Austin,TX
Summary
Dynamic Project Manager with extensive expertise at Garden Design Landscaping, specializing in hardscape design and client relations.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Austin Area Project Manager
Garden Design Landscaping
Austin, TX
08.2024 - Current
- Led project planning for landscape design and installation initiatives.
- Coordinated with clients to define project scope and requirements.
- Managed project budgets and timelines to ensure efficient resource allocation.
- Supervised teams during on-site landscaping operations for quality assurance.
- Developed detailed project schedules to streamline workflow and communication.
Principal Landscape Designer
Self-Employed, Saldoz Design LLC
Austin, TX
01.2020 - Current
- Trained staff in safety procedures for landscaping projects.
- Organized client site visits to discuss outdoor design ideas.
- Collaborated with architects and engineers on landscape construction projects.
- Designed detailed landscape plans incorporating hardscapes and softscapes.
- Developed comprehensive sustainable landscape design plans.
- Prepared cost estimates for materials for each project.
- Selected materials based on client preferences and budget constraints.
- Supervised installation, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
ESL, Inclusion Primary and Intermediate Teacher
Austin Independent School District
Austin, TX
02.2002 - 06.2021
- Facilitated small groups within the classroom setting to address specific areas of need.
- Organized field trips, guest speakers, and other enrichment activities.
- Incorporated cultural diversity into lessons to promote respect for all backgrounds.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress.
- Facilitated small group activities to promote collaboration among students.
- Provided feedback on student performance in a timely manner.
- Implemented school policies regarding discipline issues effectively.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instruction.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians to ensure their involvement in their child's education.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through group projects and class discussion.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Used positive reinforcement method to redirect poor behavior.
- Differentiated instruction for students with wide range of skill and interest levels.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Assessed student classroom performance to report on progress.
- Attended variety of professional development workshops centered on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Boosted student learning by facilitating in-depth classroom discussions to expand upon lectures.
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Learning And Development
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX05-2002
Skills
Design proficiency and research
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Client communication and collaboration
- Project management and adaptability
- Individualized instruction and support
- Effective communication skills
- Motivating students
- Resource allocation
- Vendor relationship management
Accomplishments
- Team Leader- Chosen by colleagues to lead the Third Grade Team 4 years in a row.
- Head of Social Studies Committee- Leadership Role that celebrated the veterans in the community.
- School Leadership Team Member- All decisions and changes were run by the committee before sent out to the staff and community.
- Mentorship Program Member- Mentor for incoming teachers with less than 3 years experience.
- Leadership Pathways of AISD- optional professional learning opportunities within the Professional Pathways for Teachers (PPfT) Human Capital System in Literacy and Problem Based Learning
Languages
2
Education and Training
other
References
References available upon request.
Affiliations
- Avid Softball and Baseball Spectator for my children who play Varsity Baseball and Collegiate D1 Softball.
Timeline
Austin Area Project Manager
Garden Design Landscaping
08.2024 - Current
Principal Landscape Designer
Self-Employed, Saldoz Design LLC
01.2020 - Current
ESL, Inclusion Primary and Intermediate Teacher
Austin Independent School District
02.2002 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Applied Learning And Development
University of Texas At Austin
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