VANESSA V. LACKS
Manville,NJ
Summary
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Afterschool Educational Facilitator
Jewish Community Center
07.2017 - Current
- Develop and execute educational lesson plans
- Facilitate S.E.L., STEAM, Zoology, and History classes for 49 K-5th graders
- Prepare rooms for participants' activities, and clear the room at the end of the day
- Assist participants in identifying sight words, numbers, and reading stories
- Maintain discipline in the classroom, making it a safe, productive learning environment
- Participate in the book drive and other community outreaches
- Contact parents to inform them of camp/afterschool availability
- Developed and implemented educational programs tailored to diverse community needs.
- Developed diverse lesson plans tailored to individual student needs, fostering academic growth and achievement.
- Designed and produced training materials and aids in support of program goals.
Property Manager/Realtor
Steve Lopardo
07.2016 - Current
- Advertising vacancies, conducting property showings, screening applicants, and handling move-in/move-out inspections.
- Coordinating routine upkeep (landscaping, cleaning) and emergency repairs.
- Manage relationships with third-party contractors and vendors
- Provides owners with regular updates on occupancy rates, financial performance, and the physical condition of the assets
- Managed property operations, ensuring tenant satisfaction and adherence to regulations.
- Oversaw lease agreements, coordinating renewals and modifications in compliance with legal requirements.
- Streamlined tenant communication processes, improving response times and overall satisfaction ratings.
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen and other support services.
- Enhanced tenant satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues.
Licensed Realtor
Triolo Realty Group INC
10.2013 - Current
- Negotiated and closed residential and commercial property transactions, enhancing client satisfaction and loyalty.
- Developed comprehensive market analyses to inform pricing strategies and optimize property listings.
- Guided clients through complex buying and selling processes, ensuring compliance with local regulations and best practices.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals in competitive markets.
- Assessed client needs through consultations, providing tailored solutions that aligned with their real estate goals.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of local market trends and regulations, providing valuable insights and advice to clients.
- Conducted comprehensive market analyses to determine optimal listing prices for sellers, maximizing profits while minimizing time on market.
- Coordinated appointments with buyers, sellers, and other realtors to show buyers and tenants prospective homes.
- Facilitated smooth transactions by coordinating with various stakeholders such as title companies, inspectors, appraisers, and attorneys.
- Assisted buyers with finding ideal homes by assessing needs, requirements, and budgets.
- Negotiated favorable terms for clients during contract discussions, ensuring their best interests were represented.
- Collaborated with mortgage lenders to secure financing options for clients, expediting the closing process.
- Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
- Arranged for inspections and surveys of sold properties.
- Resolved client concerns related to home purchases to maintain high satisfaction ratings.
- Accompanied buyers on visits to homes and inspections of properties to advise on the suitability and value of homes.
- Advised and informed prospective clients on current market activities and conditions.
Substitute Teacher (K-8th Grade)
Department Of Education
09.2016 - 03.2020
- Assisted students with subject content according to individual strengths
- Maintained confidentiality regarding students and school personnel
- Prepared rooms for student activities and cleared rooms at the end of the day
- Obtained data and compiled students’ emergency information
- Officiated over classroom learning left by the head teacher
- Interacted with students, the regular teacher, other educators, administrators, and staff
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain an effective learning environment for diverse student populations.
- Developed positive relationships with students, fostering a safe and inclusive atmosphere.
- Followed classroom plans left by the class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as a substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in the absence of regular teachers.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment, managing student behavior and promoting respect.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in the classroom.
Licensed Realtor
Excel Realty Group
03.2010 - 08.2013
- Negotiated and closed residential and commercial property transactions, enhancing client satisfaction and loyalty.
- Guided clients through complex buying and selling processes, ensuring compliance with local regulations and best practices.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals in competitive markets.
- Assessed client needs through consultations, providing tailored solutions that aligned with their real estate goals.
- Streamlined transaction processes by coordinating with lenders, inspectors, and appraisers for timely closings.
- Conducted comprehensive market analyses to determine optimal listing prices for sellers, maximizing profits while minimizing time on market.
- Coordinated appointments with buyers, sellers and other realtors to show buyers and tenants prospective homes.
- Facilitated smooth transactions by coordinating with various stakeholders such as title companies, inspectors, appraisers, and attorneys.
- Assisted buyers with finding ideal homes by assessing needs, requirements, and budgets.
- Negotiated favorable terms for clients during contract discussions, ensuring their best interests were represented.
- Collaborated with mortgage lenders to secure financing options for clients, expediting the closing process.
- Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
- Resolved client concerns related to home purchases to maintain high satisfaction ratings.
- Collaborated with clients to learn and determine real estate needs.
Case Manager and Housing Specialist Supervisor
HELPUSA
09.2005 - 12.2009
- Supervised case management/Housing Specialist team, ensuring adherence to policies and best practices.
- Coordinated interdepartmental collaboration to streamline service delivery and enhance client support.
- Managed complex cases, providing guidance and support to case managers for optimal client outcomes.
- Facilitated regular staff meetings to discuss challenges, share insights, and promote team cohesion.
- Implemented quality assurance measures to guarantee compliance with regulatory standards across all cases.
- Provided ongoing support to case managers in crisis situations, guiding them through problem-solving strategies and promoting best practice approaches.
- Oversaw accurate documentation of client progress notes, maintaining compliance with legal requirements as well as organizational policies and procedures.
- Enhanced team performance through regular supervision, coaching, and training of case managers.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to facilitate access to resources for clients in need.
- Promoted a culture of collaboration and teamwork within the department by fostering open communication channels and encouraging peer support among staff members.
- Reduced caseload backlog by efficiently prioritizing cases and delegating tasks to appropriate staff members.
- Facilitated individual and group sessions to promote positive behavior change for clients.
Education
New Jersey Real Estate License -
New Jersey Academy For Real Estate Careers
Lanoka Harbor, NJ02-2022
Master of Science - Education (History/Social Studies)
Concordia University
Portland, OR04-2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology/Behavioral Analysis
Purdue University
Indianapolis, IN05-2010
New York State Real Estate License -
New York Institute of Real Estate
New York, NY03-2008
Skills
- Case Management, Staff Management, Lesson Plans, CORE, Training and Development, Program Development, Care Plans, Outsourcing, Vendor Management, Social Service, Communication (Interpersonal & Cross Cultural) Property Manager
- AWARD System, Microsoft Office Suite, ADP, Supra, Showing Time, TEAMS, Zoom, ZBuyer
- Documentation and reporting
- Team teaching and collaboration
- Interpersonal communication
- Student support
- Student motivation
- Group and individual instruction
- Differentiated instruction
- Written communication
- Social development
- Classroom safety practices
- Professional demeanor
- Emotional intelligence
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Student advocacy
Timeline
Afterschool Educational Facilitator
Jewish Community Center
07.2017 - Current
Substitute Teacher (K-8th Grade)
Department Of Education
09.2016 - 03.2020
Property Manager/Realtor
Steve Lopardo
07.2016 - Current
Licensed Realtor
Triolo Realty Group INC
10.2013 - Current
Licensed Realtor
Excel Realty Group
03.2010 - 08.2013
Case Manager and Housing Specialist Supervisor
HELPUSA
09.2005 - 12.2009
New Jersey Real Estate License -
New Jersey Academy For Real Estate Careers
Master of Science - Education (History/Social Studies)
Concordia University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology/Behavioral Analysis
Purdue University
New York State Real Estate License -
New York Institute of Real Estate