Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Job Coach
OPARC
07.2024 - Current
Job Coach assisting adults with disabilities to reach their goals
Providing direct support to adults with disabilities in various types of paid work and training
Identifying strengths and challenges, providing support where needed
Provided personalized career coaching and guidance to individuals seeking employment
Assisted clients in identifying their strengths, skills, and interests to develop effective job search strategies
Conducted mock interviews to help clients improve their interview skills and boost confidence
Created customized resumes tailored to each client's specific industry and job goals
Owner & Director
Miss & Mr. American Beauties
01.2019 - Current
I am a small business owner
Children's natural beauty pageant
Run events and build trophies and sell children's clothing
Own and operate Myself
Discovery Specialist and Adult Work Experience Dept.
Fontana Resources at Work
02.2023 - 07.2024
Ran the Discovery Department- Customized jobs for adults with disabilities
Also did assessments and reports
Helped Participants reach their goals
ACRE certified
Ran the Adult Work Experience Program- Helped find internship for adults with disabilities and help them reach their IEP goals
Helped create resumes for participants daily
Did AWE reports and intakes
Coaching grids, trained and worked as a Job coach daily
Worked with Department of Rehabilitation counselors for placement for Participants
Involved in IDT meetings
Worked with CSC at the Inland Regional Center to help the participants reach their IEP goals
Worked as a DSP and also helped Fontana Resources at work get donations for their special events and parties for the Participants
Amazon Fulfillment Associate
Amazon Warehouse
11.2022 - 01.2023
Scan incoming boxes, sorted boxes, stacked merchandise, pallet jack and can lift over 60 lbs if needed
Inside Sales
Airgas Corporation
09.2017 - 07.2019
Cold-calling
Handling new Accounts
Use of Quickbooks customer data base and Google sheets
Reaching my daily quota to achieve goals met with company
Answered phones and collection of old account
Inside Sales & Marketing
Solo Clip
08.2008 - 08.2017
Make follow-up calls to existing and potential customers by telephone and email and in person regarding our products and services
Negotiated pricing with existing and new customers as needed
Source new sales opportunities through outbound calls
Cold-call potential customers
Process sales orders and purchase orders using QuickBooks software
Ensure the highest level of customer service is given to each client
Maintain record of client contact information
Invoicing
Collections
Perform other administrative duties assigned
Special Education Assistant
AZUSA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
01.2003 - 06.2008
Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, assisting them in their academic and social development
Implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) under the guidance of special education teachers, ensuring that students' specific goals and objectives were met
Collaborated with classroom teachers to modify curriculum materials and adapt instructional strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students
Supported students during transitions between activities or classes, helping them navigate the school environment safely and independently
Implemented behavior management strategies outlined in IEPs or behavior intervention plans (BIPs), fostering a positive learning environment for all students
Monitored student progress through data collection and observation, providing feedback to teachers on areas of improvement or additional support needed
Education
No Degree - Physical Education Teaching And Coaching
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA
Skills
Service plans
Job search strategies
Skills testing
Interview coaching
Timeline
Job Coach
OPARC
07.2024 - Current
Discovery Specialist and Adult Work Experience Dept.
Fontana Resources at Work
02.2023 - 07.2024
Amazon Fulfillment Associate
Amazon Warehouse
11.2022 - 01.2023
Owner & Director
Miss & Mr. American Beauties
01.2019 - Current
Inside Sales
Airgas Corporation
09.2017 - 07.2019
Inside Sales & Marketing
Solo Clip
08.2008 - 08.2017
Special Education Assistant
AZUSA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
01.2003 - 06.2008
No Degree - Physical Education Teaching And Coaching