Experience

LEEP Dual Language Academy Charter School

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Business Administrator

  • Jun 2023 - Present

  Brooklyn, New York, United States



Achievement First

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director of School Operations

  • Mar 2022 - Jun 2023

  Brooklyn, New York, United States • Each year, prepare the campus for new school year by ordering furniture, equipment, and classroom supplies as well as ensuring that school services (i.e., student food services, student transportation services) are lined up and ready for action. • Consult with the school principal and Achievement First network finance staff to develop and manage the school’s $5.7 million annual budget; including the purchase and implementation of academic technology. • Manage the operational logistics… Show more • Each year, prepare the campus for new school year by ordering furniture, equipment, and classroom supplies as well as ensuring that school services (i.e., student food services, student transportation services) are lined up and ready for action. • Consult with the school principal and Achievement First network finance staff to develop and manage the school’s $5.7 million annual budget; including the purchase and implementation of academic technology. • Manage the operational logistics of student test administration, interim and standardized testing, at the campus level, including creating schedule logistics, testing network infrastructure and scholar devices, communicating proctor expectations, overseeing the ordering and distribution of test materials to the classroom, and ensuring the proper collection and aggregation of test results. • Collaborate with Achievement First’s network office to ensure compliance with all state, federal, and local employment laws and policies. • Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions; participate in monthly meetings to review/account for budget variances. • Serve as human resources campus representative for over 35 employees; process bi-monthly payroll adjustments, coordinate disability and accommodations requests, and manage employee relations.

• Student Services Manager

  • Jul 2018 - Mar 2022

  Brooklyn, New York • Oversee student attendance data process and ensure that it is reconciled and accurate on a daily basis; audit student behavior data for completeness. • Coordinate daily student transportation services; troubleshoot issues as they arise; schedule and conduct required emergency drills; report chronic service issues to the Director of School Operations. • Assist the director of school operations in preparing the campus annually for start-up/new school year launch. • Troubleshoots… Show more • Oversee student attendance data process and ensure that it is reconciled and accurate on a daily basis; audit student behavior data for completeness. • Coordinate daily student transportation services; troubleshoot issues as they arise; schedule and conduct required emergency drills; report chronic service issues to the Director of School Operations. • Assist the director of school operations in preparing the campus annually for start-up/new school year launch. • Troubleshoots technology issues in-house and coordinates with external technical support.



Washington Heights & Inwood (WHIN) Music Community Charter School

• Operations Manager

  • Aug 2017 - Jul 2018

  Greater New York City Area • Responsible for keen management of the daily school operations and systems, including enrollment of 120 students, student services, pupil transportation, asset inventory, school facilities, human resources, school events, and technology services. • Executed school recruitment initiatives, including assisting over 100 prospective families with the application process, coordinating open house events, and canvassing community for potential applicants. • Coordinated SchoolFood meal program… Show more • Responsible for keen management of the daily school operations and systems, including enrollment of 120 students, student services, pupil transportation, asset inventory, school facilities, human resources, school events, and technology services. • Executed school recruitment initiatives, including assisting over 100 prospective families with the application process, coordinating open house events, and canvassing community for potential applicants. • Coordinated SchoolFood meal program and process, including communicating the application process with families and coordinating with the meal provider for meal distribution/tracking during breakfast, lunch, and snack periods. • Managed front office operations to promote and maintain a positive and effective school climate by ensuring that all interactions with stakeholders and the public are helpful and friendly. • Ensured the proper maintenance of 120 student records as required by law including enrollment, attendance, reports, discipline citations, medical records and other academic documents. Show less



Franklin Academy Charter School

• Director of School Operations

  • Oct 2015 - Aug 2017

  • Served as business and logistics operations manager by overseeing all non-instructional functions and services, including facility management, parent involvement, special events, student safety, transportation, field trips, and food services. • Actively participated on the school’s administrative team by responding to student, parent, and staff inquiries, providing student supervision as needed, and managing the school’s budget. • Ensured timely compliance with all state and local… Show more • Served as business and logistics operations manager by overseeing all non-instructional functions and services, including facility management, parent involvement, special events, student safety, transportation, field trips, and food services. • Actively participated on the school’s administrative team by responding to student, parent, and staff inquiries, providing student supervision as needed, and managing the school’s budget. • Ensured timely compliance with all state and local safety regulations, including coordination of monthly emergency drills, submission of monthly compliance documents, and cooperation with health and fire inspections. • Developed and manage relationships with third party vendors to ensure facility, which serves over 1,350 students and 95 staff members, is fully operational. • Awarded Employee of the Year for 2016-2017. Show less



Johnathan S. Brooks, P.A.

• Litigation Associate

  • Nov 2014 - Oct 2015

  Deerfield Beach, Florida, United States • Defended national insurers in county and circuit courts regarding first party insurance cases. • Conducted preliminary review of insurance claim files in order to identify complex factual and legal issues. • Maintained constant communication with insurers and adjusters through detailed status reports and phone conferences. • Reviewed claimant’s medical records and conducted evaluations of expert witnesses’ credibility. • Prepared answers and gathered documents in response to… Show more • Defended national insurers in county and circuit courts regarding first party insurance cases. • Conducted preliminary review of insurance claim files in order to identify complex factual and legal issues. • Maintained constant communication with insurers and adjusters through detailed status reports and phone conferences. • Reviewed claimant’s medical records and conducted evaluations of expert witnesses’ credibility. • Prepared answers and gathered documents in response to expert witness discovery. • Engaged in proactive litigation defense strategies by researching applicable case law and drafting substantive pleadings and pre-trial motions. Show less



Anthony-Smith Law, P.A.

• Associate Attorney

  • Aug 2013 - Sep 2014

  Orlando, Florida, United States •Drafted pre-suit demand letters, breach of contract and declaratory judgment complaints, pre-trial motions and memorandums of law, as well as discovery requests and responses. • Analyzed automobile insurance policies and explanation of benefits to determine whether proper payment for medical services was rendered pursuant to the Medicare fee schedule. • Advised medical providers on their legal rights and remedies pursuant to the provisions of the Florida Motor Vehicle No-Fault Law, §… Show more •Drafted pre-suit demand letters, breach of contract and declaratory judgment complaints, pre-trial motions and memorandums of law, as well as discovery requests and responses. • Analyzed automobile insurance policies and explanation of benefits to determine whether proper payment for medical services was rendered pursuant to the Medicare fee schedule. • Advised medical providers on their legal rights and remedies pursuant to the provisions of the Florida Motor Vehicle No-Fault Law, § 627.736, Florida Statutes. • Prepared for and attended recorded statements, examinations under oaths (EUOs), and court hearings. • Performed extensive legal research and drafted motions and memorandums of law for federal case filed in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida, involving alleged violations of several state and federal laws, including fraud, racketeering, unfair and deceptive trade practices, and conspiracy. • Drafted public records requests pursuant to Florida’s Public Records Law, Chapter 119, Florida Statutes. Maintained and applied a knowledgeable understanding of current laws through professional journals, court decisions, and relevant case law. Show less



Anthony-Smith Law, P.A.

• Law Clerk

  • May 2012 - May 2013

  Orlando, Florida, United States • Conducted client intake consultations to obtain pertinent facts and determine coverage, liability, and damages. • Analyzed clients’ medical records and bills to establish extent of injuries and expenses, identified any collateral sources pursuant to § 768.76, Florida Statutes, and drafted settlement demand letters aiding in the negotiation of bodily injury cases. • Maintained and managed client files via ProLaw law practice management software, including drafting correspondence… Show more • Conducted client intake consultations to obtain pertinent facts and determine coverage, liability, and damages. • Analyzed clients’ medical records and bills to establish extent of injuries and expenses, identified any collateral sources pursuant to § 768.76, Florida Statutes, and drafted settlement demand letters aiding in the negotiation of bodily injury cases. • Maintained and managed client files via ProLaw law practice management software, including drafting correspondence, answering insurance adjuster inquiries, and keeping track of clients’ case status. • Examined automobile insurance policies to determine available coverage and policy limits, including Personal Injury Protection, Property Damage Liability, Bodily Injury Liability, and Underinsured/Uninsured Motorist. • Performed legal research on first party automobile insurance cases and observed court hearings and depositions in order to develop litigation skills and case management experience. • Conducted client intake consultations to obtain pertinent facts and determine coverage, liability, and damages. • Analyzed clients’ medical records and bills to establish extent of injuries and expenses, identified any collateral sources pursuant to § 768.76, Florida Statutes, and drafted settlement demand letters aiding in the negotiation of bodily injury cases. • Maintained and managed client files via ProLaw law practice management software, including drafting correspondence, answering insurance adjuster inquiries, and keeping track of clients’ case status. • Examined automobile insurance policies to determine available coverage and policy limits, including Personal Injury Protection, Property Damage Liability, Bodily Injury Liability, and Underinsured/Uninsured Motorist. • Performed legal research on first party automobile insurance cases and observed court hearings and depositions in order to develop litigation skills and case management experience. Show less



NeJame Law, P.A.

• United States
• Law Practice
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Legal Intern

  • Mar 2011 - Nov 2011

  Orlando, Florida, United States • Reviewed clients’ files and completed necessary immigration forms via LawLogix law practice management software for submission to United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), including N-400 Application for Naturalization, I-130 Petition for Alien Relative, I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, and I-129 Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker. • Conducted extensive research in a variety of immigration cases, including Family Reunification… Show more • Reviewed clients’ files and completed necessary immigration forms via LawLogix law practice management software for submission to United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), including N-400 Application for Naturalization, I-130 Petition for Alien Relative, I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, and I-129 Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker. • Conducted extensive research in a variety of immigration cases, including Family Reunification, Deportation, Investor Visas, and Asylum. • Prepared clients’ affidavits and organized supporting documents to ensure compliance with USCIS policies and procedures. Show less



UF Computing Help Desk

• Technical Supervisor

  • Jul 2007 - Aug 2010

  Gainesville, Florida Area • Served as a liaison between Help Desk clients, including students, faculty, and staff, and the various technology departments of the university. • Supervised five to six consultants per shift and reinforced Help Desk policies and procedures to ensure optimal customer service. • Reported campus-wide network outages and managed laptop repair traffic • Provided technical support for PC and Mac software issues as well as basic hardware installation.



University of Florida Student Legal Services

• Legal Intern

  • Jan 2010 - Apr 2010

  Gainesville, Florida Area • Consolidated criminal case files at Student Legal Services and their respective court records for research analysis. • Complied research data and generated statistical report detailing criminal activity amongst UF students. • Published report to Assistant Director for distribution to campus police and other University Departments.