John Ficca
Program Director at Hands On Educational Services, Inc.- Claim this Profile
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American Sign Language Professional working proficiency
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Credentials
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Education: Professional Educator Certificate
State of Florida
Experience
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Hands On Educational Services, Inc.
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United States
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Education Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Program Director
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Jun 1998 - Present
Founder of Hands On Education, a State-Funded Vocational Training Program for Individuals with various types of disabilities. Program is made possible through a unique partnership with Hyatt Hotels, State Vocational Rehabilitation / Blind Services Agencies, and local school districts. Hands On @Hyatt started at 1 Hyatt Hotel and program has expanded to over 35 Hyatt properties across the country. Founder of Hands On Education, a State-Funded Vocational Training Program for Individuals with various types of disabilities. Program is made possible through a unique partnership with Hyatt Hotels, State Vocational Rehabilitation / Blind Services Agencies, and local school districts. Hands On @Hyatt started at 1 Hyatt Hotel and program has expanded to over 35 Hyatt properties across the country.
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Special Education Teacher
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Nov 1995 - Jun 1998
Behavioral Specialist serving students who were engaged in programs such as Emotionally Handicapped and Severely Emotionally Disturbed. Assisted with the creation of a diversion program for middle and high school students who were expelled for extreme disruptive behavior, violence and/or possession of drugs or weapons. Behavioral Specialist serving students who were engaged in programs such as Emotionally Handicapped and Severely Emotionally Disturbed. Assisted with the creation of a diversion program for middle and high school students who were expelled for extreme disruptive behavior, violence and/or possession of drugs or weapons.
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The Children's Home, Inc.
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Tampa, FL
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Food Services Manager
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Jun 1990 - Jun 1995
Responsible for the dietary needs, and all food service operations, at this residential treatment center for children who were victims of abuse and neglect, ages 5-18. Supervised a small group of cooks, that prepared 3 meals a day, 365 days a year, for 175 residents and staff. Supervised 50% of the Community Service Program, and created a vocational training program for residents who were interested in the food service industry. Responsible for the dietary needs, and all food service operations, at this residential treatment center for children who were victims of abuse and neglect, ages 5-18. Supervised a small group of cooks, that prepared 3 meals a day, 365 days a year, for 175 residents and staff. Supervised 50% of the Community Service Program, and created a vocational training program for residents who were interested in the food service industry.
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Guest Quarters Suite Hotel
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Tampa, FL
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Food and Beverage Supervisor
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Mar 1990 - Jun 1990
Food and Beverage Supervisor, responsible for service in the 3 meal restaurant and assisting with banquet functions, as needed. Food and Beverage Supervisor, responsible for service in the 3 meal restaurant and assisting with banquet functions, as needed.
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U.S. Coast Guard
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Subsistance Specialist Chief
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Mar 1980 - Feb 1990
Cook and Food Service Officer serving on various Coast Guard Cutters and land-based duty stations. Responsibilities / Assignments also included: Recruiter, Emergency Medical Technician, and Club Manager. Cook and Food Service Officer serving on various Coast Guard Cutters and land-based duty stations. Responsibilities / Assignments also included: Recruiter, Emergency Medical Technician, and Club Manager.
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Education
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2017 - 2020
University of Florida
Graduate Certificate, Disabilities in Society -
1992 - 1995
University of South Florida
Bachelor's degree, Special Education - Behavioral Disorders
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