Silva Khadarian
Reseda,California
Summary
A highly organized and meticulous individual, with experience in corporate office settings, an effective communicator excelling in managing multiple projects simultaneously and fostering cohesive staff. Extremely result oriented and proactive in addressing and resolving problems. Business savvy with other 10 years experience managing and directing a team towards increased revenues and success. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Dedicated Instructor with teaching experience in postsecondary setting. Skilled in designing courses, developing curriculum and utilizing modern technology to create engaging learning experiences for students. Knowledgeable about current practices in education and best methods for developing future educators. Driven Instructor leads diverse courses with skill and efficiency. Expert lecturer, field group overseer and discussion leader. Over 7 years of experience in education in classroom settings. Exceptional subject knowledge and classroom management talent. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Project Manager
Kamarian Law, Inc.
08.2020 - Current
- Streamlined legal project processes by implementing efficient planning and management strategies.
- Reduced project completion time with thorough risk assessments and proactive issue resolution.
- Improved client satisfaction by effectively communicating project updates and managing expectations.
- Increased team productivity through effective delegation and consistent performance monitoring.
- Ensured timely delivery of projects by prioritizing tasks and maintaining strict deadlines.
- Developed comprehensive project scopes to establish clear objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
- Implemented best practices for legal project management, resulting in a higher success rate for complex litigation cases.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with legal teams to ensure seamless integration of multiple perspectives in final deliverables.
- Mentored junior team members on legal project management methodologies, enhancing their skills and knowledge base.
Private Elderly Caregiver
In Home Health Care Supportive Service
01.2011 - 03.2020
- Improved elderly clients'' quality of life by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Enhanced client safety by closely monitoring health conditions and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Developed personalized care plans for each client to meet their unique needs and preferences.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting for improved hygiene.
- Managed medications according to physician orders, ensuring proper administration and adherence to schedules.
- Provided mobility support through transfers, ambulation assistance, and the use of adaptive equipment.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and comfortable living environment for clients.
- Collaborated with family members and healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care strategies for optimal results.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, observations, and care plan adjustments for enhanced continuity of care.
- Supported clients'' cognitive function through mental stimulation exercises such as puzzles or reminiscence therapy.
- Handled financial matters on behalf of clients when necessary including bill payment or budgeting assistance with fiscal responsibility in mind.
- Trained new caregivers on best practices in private elderly caregiving to maintain consistency across team members.
- Administered first aid procedures when required while keeping calm under pressure.
- Promoted overall well-being by encouraging regular physical exercise within the abilities of each client.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Administered medications following prescribed instructions to alleviate symptoms and discomfort, monitoring client reactions.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
Chief Financial Officer
Pearian Design Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Assign tasks to associates, staffed projects, track progress as necessary
- Increase credibility and client awareness by developing technical and non-technical marketing collateral and presentations, public relations campaigns and newsletters
- Developed and executed marketing programs and general business solutions resulting in increased company exposure, customer traffic, and sales
- Manage employee benefits programs and filled quarterly sales tax
- Monitor and record daily and weekly activities or sales and purchases
- Balance the monthly company checkbook and accounts payable and receivables.
- Increased cash flow by optimizing working capital management and reducing outstanding receivables.
General Manager
Jimmy's Custom Made Shirts Inc.
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Monitor and record daily and weekly activities or sales and purchases
- Balance the monthly company checkbook and accounts payable and receivables
- Process daily clients orders and incoming fax orders from out of state
- Make weekly calls to new potential clients.
Assistant Director
Los Angeles Pierce College-Child Development
02.1998 - 01.2007
- Assist the Director with fiscal paperwork for the district, budgets and checks and balances
- Register and process new and returning students to our center
- Monitor college students that are observing the center for class work
- Process Parents and monitor their personal status on campus to maintain and be successful in completing their registered units per semester
- Mentor new registered students into the child development program
- Prepare weekly meal plans for each of the six classes in the center
- Monitor each of the 240 students that are in the program, each of their progress cognitively, and socially.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating real-life examples and hands-on activities in lesson plans.
- Assisted the Director in developing innovative programs to improve students'' academic performance and retention rate.
- Led professional development workshops on topics such as classroom management, differentiated instruction, and assessment strategies.
Multi-Line Insurance Agent
Unik Insurance Agency
01.1996 - 11.2000
- Expanded client base by actively prospecting and networking to generate leads.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing personalized insurance solutions tailored to individual needs.
- Streamlined policy management processes for greater efficiency and improved retention rates.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and loyalty through exceptional service.
- Maximized sales opportunities by cross-selling and upselling various insurance products and services.
- Attended industry events and conferences to stay informed on the latest trends, regulations, and product offerings.
- Mentored new agents in sales techniques, product knowledge, and agency operations for successful career development.
- Determined client needs and financial situations by listening and scheduling fact-finding appointments.
- Analyzed customer needs to provide customized insurance solutions.
Education
J.D. - First Year Law School
Irvine University College of Law
Cerritos, CA05.2026
Interior Design -
The Art Institute of Pittsburg-Online Division
San Francisco, CA12.2017
Master of Arts - Human Development
Pacific Oaks College
Pasadena, CA12.2014
Associate of Arts in Human Development -
Los Angeles Pierce College
Woodland Hills, CA01.2007
Skills
- Drafting
- Perspective Drawing
- Windows base operating system
- Mac IOS
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe Creative Cloud programs
- Quickbook program
- APA writing style
- MLA writing style
- 70 WPM typing speed
- Fluent in English, French, Armenian, and Arabic
- Legal writing
- Team Leadership
- Project Management
- Detail Oriented
- Organizational Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Legal Research
- Litigation Support
Awards
Nation Association of Professional Women, 2013-2014 award for outstanding excellence and dedication to my profession and the achievement of women.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Arabic
Professional Working
French
Professional Working
Turkish
Limited Working
Armenian
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Legal Project Manager
Kamarian Law, Inc.
08.2020 - Current
Chief Financial Officer
Pearian Design Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2017
Private Elderly Caregiver
In Home Health Care Supportive Service
01.2011 - 03.2020
General Manager
Jimmy's Custom Made Shirts Inc.
01.2008 - 01.2012
Assistant Director
Los Angeles Pierce College-Child Development
02.1998 - 01.2007
Multi-Line Insurance Agent
Unik Insurance Agency
01.1996 - 11.2000
J.D. - First Year Law School
Irvine University College of Law
Interior Design -
The Art Institute of Pittsburg-Online Division
Master of Arts - Human Development
Pacific Oaks College
Associate of Arts in Human Development -
Los Angeles Pierce College