Experience

Lamar Institute of Technology

• United States
• Higher Education
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Director Of Administration

  • May 2021 - Present

  Reporting directly to the college president, the Director of Administration (DoA) supports theCEO and other executive team members. The DoA manages scheduling and may representthe president at various meetings, coordinates with other institutional areas, conducts research,leads various special assignments/projects, advises the CEO on critical issues across theorganization, and provides leadership to all staff members (regardless of title and/or rank).

• Office Manager

  • Nov 2019 - May 2021

  The Office Manager provides essential and confidential administrative support to the President and his support staff, and plays a central role in managing the schedule, travel and correspondence of the President, as well as events hosted by the Office of the President. She/he interacts regularly with a diverse array of constituents including Regents, TSUS systems officials, alumnae, donors, vice presidents, deans, faculty, students, and various external guests and colleagues of the President. The successful candidate must work effectively in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Considerable discretion, judgment, and diplomacy are imperative for success in the position. This position may require some late nights or weekends, and exceptional attendance and punctuality are a must.



Lamar State College-Port Arthur

• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Adjunct Professor (Learning Frameworks EDUC-1100-70/71)

  • Aug 2018 - Oct 2020

  As an adjunct faculty member, I provide program instruction in an online format, incorporating innovative teaching methodologies, cutting edge technologies and other industry trends reflecting advancements in your discipline. As an adjunct faculty member, I provide program instruction in an online format, incorporating innovative teaching methodologies, cutting edge technologies and other industry trends reflecting advancements in your discipline.



Girls'​ Haven

• Program Director

  • Nov 2018 - Nov 2019

  Essential Job Functions: The Program Director is responsible for developing, implementing and overseeing best practice models for Girl's Haven programs; for managing all aspects of contract compliance; and for overseeing the services provided to GH participants. The Program Director will ensure services are delivered to GH participants in a consistent, participant centered, trauma-informed, empathetic, and non-judgmental manner. To measure the success of our programs, andinform how programs can be improved, the Program Director will ensure accurate and effective data collection, program evaluations, report preparation and the timely submission of all reports.



Outreach Coordinator, Parks and Recreation Department

• Outreach Coordinator

  • Mar 2017 - Nov 2018

  ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The Outreach Coordinator (OC) is responsible for administrative office duties as well as field work implementing and overseeing programs within the senior center and the community. The OC plans on site safety drills and delivers to staff monthly in-services, "Safety Works"; responsible for daily planning and execution of activities for their assigned team; hires and manages the Summer Food Program (SFSP) staff; supports the total program that promotes the educational, social, cultural and recreational interests of the Senior Center, Parks and Recreation and City of Beaumont programs; experience in program and budget development. The OC represents the Best Year's Center as a coordination link to other 501(c) entities such as: Beaumont Independent School District, Southeast Texas Regional Planning, Southeast Texas Food Bank, The Alzheimer's Association, Texas A&M Argillite and Extension, Lamar University, Region V Service Centers, Some Other Place, Salvation Army and others. Other Job Functions: Under the direction of the Senior Service Coordinator, the Outreach Coordinator will assist with volunteer participation to include: recruitment, training and scheduling, special event planning, public relations development through community education, involvement and support. Some activities include: Mardi Gras for Seniors, Annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon, monthly newsletter, and securing volunteer awards for special achievements. The OC provides public presentations and demonstrations to potential support groups. Performs other duties as required.



Arrow Child and Family Ministries

• United States
• Medical Practices

• Family Home Developer

  • Oct 2016 - Apr 2017

  Skills, Supervision, Knowledge and Ability1. Individual must have a Christian and professional commitment to work with potential foster parents, other staff members and the general public2. Must work with minimal direct supervision 3. Must have effective verbal and written communication skills4. Must maintain confidentiality with sensitive, personal information about foster parents and maintain professional boundaries end ensure foster parents do the same5. Must assess the abilities and therapeutic capacity of potential foster parents6. Must maintain foster home licensing records and work with the Program Director to ensure accuracy and thoroughness. 7. Must personably, genuinely, empathetically, and emotionally communicate and interact with foster children, resource families, birth families, other professionals, and placing agency workers8. Must be dependable and exercise sound decision making in assessing potential foster parents; timely management of foster parent licensure and re-licensure process is required9. Must be committed to the Mission, Core Values, and Vision of Arrow Child & Family Ministries



CASA of Southeast Texas

• Youth Case Supervisor

  • Oct 2015 - Oct 2016

  Case supervisor provides professional training, guidance, and support to volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) in their advocacy on behalf of abused and neglected children involved in the Dependency Court system.Duties include management of child cases and volunteers, assuring that the children served by the program receive sound advocacy and permanency planning in accordance with state and federal laws and policies of CASA Youth Advocates. Case Supervisors represent the organization within the child welfare system, the court system and external community; participates in program evaluation and planning; participates in team meetings and case staffings; and assists in recruitment and training of CASA volunteers. Participation in some fundraising activities and community awareness is required, as well as other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or Program Director.Our vision is to have an advocate for every foster child we serve. Help our vision become a reality and become a CASA! Our next training session begins in May. Contact our office to learn more or schedule an interview: Liz Woods, Trainer, 409-291-2272, lwoods@casasetx.org.



Tekoa Academy of Accelerated Studies S.T.E.M. School

• United States
• Education Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• 2nd Grade Teacher

  • Aug 2013 - Oct 2015

  As an elementary school teacher, I will plan lessons and present information about language usage, writing techniques, and literature in a format that engages students and enlivens their curiosity. It is also the responsibility of the teacher to assess their students’ language abilities and monitor their progress in class. Elementary teachers can also expect to communicate with parents about their child’s progress and participation throughout the school year. As an elementary school teacher, I will plan lessons and present information about language usage, writing techniques, and literature in a format that engages students and enlivens their curiosity. It is also the responsibility of the teacher to assess their students’ language abilities and monitor their progress in class. Elementary teachers can also expect to communicate with parents about their child’s progress and participation throughout the school year.



The Greater Port Arthur Chamber of Commerce

• Administrative Assistant / Communications Administrator

  • Jul 2012 - Aug 2013

  Responsible for communicating the Chamber’s activities to the members and community. Maintain our website and technical services. Direct visitors and Chamber members to various departments and meetings in the Chamber, and tourist to various attractions and accommodations in the area. Present professional attitude when dealing with Chamber members, visitors and tourists to the Chamber office. Assist callers by providing requested information for services. Dispense maps, brochures and other information available. Chamber Blast - Responsible for producing Chamber Blast including writing, editing, and soliciting guest articles from members. Chamber Magazine - Responsible for producing a yearly publication,