Yomaira Escano
BRONX,NY
Summary
Operations professional with strong background in managing complex projects and driving operational excellence. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to delivering high-quality results. Dependable and adaptable, consistently meeting changing demands of the day to day functions of a school environment. Proven skills in project management, logistics and team leadership.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
GROWING UP GREEN CHARTER SCHOOL
07.2021 - Current
- Lead operational strategy and execution for school functions, overseeing enrollment, attendance, transportation, meal programs, and after-school activities, serving over 340 students daily
- Supervise, coach, and develop a team of 3 administrative staff, fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring alignment with strategic goals
- Act as the primary liaison for family engagement, managing communication channels to ensure strong, positive relationships between the school and community
- Spearheaded the planning and execution of large-scale events and special projects, coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional experiences and meet school objectives
- Designed and implemented safety and compliance protocols (fire safety, COVID-19) in line with state regulations
- Developed and standardized operating procedures in collaboration with instructional leadership, driving process efficiency and consistency across departments
- Delivered professional development sessions focused on operational systems, policies, and protocols, enhancing team knowledge and adherence to best practices
- Oversee daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
Operations Manager
GROWING UP GREEN CHARTER SCHOOL
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Established and optimized an online filing system for student records, facilitating streamlined remote access and compliance
- Distributed over 500 Chromebooks to ensure equitable technology access during remote learning, coordinating logistics for timely delivery and setup
- Played a critical role in the Spring 2021 reopening, implementing robust safety protocols and managing student transportation logistics
Operations Team Member
TECHTOGETHER NEW YORK
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Supported event directors in managing information channels via Discord, facilitating communication with a virtual audience of ~200 attendees
- Collaborated with the operations team to execute a high-impact virtual hackathon, attracting ~200 participants and fostering a culture of innovation
- Conducted a workshop on GitHub basics, educating participants on essential tools for project management and collaboration
Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
CRAVATH, SWAINE & MOORE LLP
08.2005 - 07.2017
- Trained and mentored new legal assistants and associates on departmental processes, driving consistency and efficiency in workflows
- Managed client relationships and complex real estate transactions, supporting attorneys in high-stakes deals from due diligence through closing
- Created an internal database for document tracking and management, enhancing document retrieval efficiency by 50%
- Prepared and filed essential corporate documents, as well as real estate tax documents
- Facilitated smooth completions of commercial real estate deals by coordinating document preparation among multiple parties involved in the transactions.
- Coordinated the execution of closing documents, ensuring all parties were informed about key deadlines and requirements.
Education
Software Engineering Certificate - Software Development
08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Latin American Studies
05.2002
Skills
- Strategic planning and execution
- Leadership training
- Schedule oversight
- Operational Efficiency
- Staff training/development
- Logistics
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team building
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
- Project Management
- Oversee administrative functions
Accomplishments
- Used Google Sheets to develop student information trackers for various projects and needs.
- Collaborated with leadership and operations teams in the development of structures and procedures, including Family Teacher Conferences, distribution of progress reports, and creation of staff and student schedules.
- Supervised team of 3 staff members.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Director of Operations - GROWING UP GREEN CHARTER SCHOOL
07.2021 - Current
Operations Manager - GROWING UP GREEN CHARTER SCHOOL
07.2020 - 06.2021
Operations Team Member - TECHTOGETHER NEW YORK
05.2020 - 12.2020
Commercial Real Estate Paralegal - CRAVATH, SWAINE & MOORE LLP
08.2005 - 07.2017
FLATIRON SCHOOL - Software Engineering Certificate, Software Development
CONNECTICUT COLLEGE - Bachelor of Arts, Latin American Studies
Certifications and Technical Skills
- Notary Public Commission, State of New York 2022 - 2026
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Wordspace
- Adobe Acrobat
- ACRIS (NYC Public Document Forum)
- NYC ATS
- PowerSchool (Enrollment and SIS Databases)
- Alma (Enrollment and SIS Databases)
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