Experience

Ventura Adult and Continuing Education
• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Instructor

  • Jun 2021 - Present

CET-Oxnard
• Higher Education
• Instructor

  • Nov 2018 - Jul 2021


Visiting Nurse and Hospice Care of Santa Barbara

• United States
• Investment Banking

• Program Manager

  • Jul 2015 - Sep 2016

  Provided supervision and direction for operations of program. Developed, coordinated and implemented procedures and protocols to ensure effective and high quality functioning of the Private Duty Service line.; Provided leadership in the development of department goals and objectives. Oversight, development, maintenance, and recommendation of department policies and procedures to the Director. Ensured compliance with State Regulations and Agency protocol. Led department in recruitment, hiring, on boarding and training of field and office staff. Supervised all PCS office staff including training, evaluating, and monitoring performance. Designed and provided continuous staff development to improve customer service and quality, led and coordinated weekly department in-service meetings. Interpreted and implemented federal, state and county laws, regulations, and policies to ensure adherence to program guidelines. Developed strategies for efficient production scheduling and work flows. Included anticipation of staffing needs and potential scheduling challenges. Prioritized and facilitated operational systems delivery that effectively resolved or prevented issues related to day to day operations of client care. Managed grants and contract to ensure compliance and client satisfaction. Participated in public relation and community activities that promote PCS services. Provided information about PCS to the community, referral agencies, and potential clients. Show less



MEDICAL CAREER SERVICES

• United States

• Director of Education/ Medical Assisting and Child Development Instructor

  • Jul 2014 - Dec 2014

  Developed, coordinated and implemented vocational educational programs for adults in the Medical and Education field.; Provided leadership in the development of department goals and objectives. Oversight, development, maintenance, and recommendation of department policies and procedures to the Executive Director. Ensured compliance with Title 22, Title 5 and Title 8 in addition to OSHA training implementation and adherence of protocols, policies and procedures. Collaborated with department team members in recruitment, retention, and transition plans. Lead staff in continuous staff development to improve program quality, lead and coordinated weekly department in-service meetings. Interpreted and implemented federal, state and county laws, regulations, and policies to ensure adherence to program guidelines. Assured the accurate and timely collection and reporting of data as required by partner agencies. Provided students with guidance and instruction during the Medical Assisting Program. Placed students in an externship upon completion of program. Provided guidance and counseling to maintain student success and ensure success upon completion of program. Closely monitored attendance and attrition to ensure program success. Show less



VENTURA COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Community Services Coordinator/ Bilingual

  • Jan 2013 - Jan 2014

  Developed, coordinated and implemented community health education programs.; Extensive development and building of community partnerships and collaboration with community based organizations and public agencies. Provided program outreach and promotion, planning and development of nutrition education curriculum to underserved populations and groups. Planned, organized and coordinated health education activities, including community outreach and health promotion efforts; coordinated the logistical details for training sessions for program participants. Interpreted and implemented federal, state and county laws, regulations, and policies to ensure adherence to program guidelines. Served as a liaison with representatives from state, county, and local agencies, school districts, community based organizations, community leaders and the general public to identify and resolve problems and needs; collaborated with partner coalitions and built referral network. Researched and evaluated community evidenced-based strategies and models for possible intervention. Show less



CARPINTERIA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Early Childhood Education-Program Specialist / Parent Education Director

  • Jan 2005 - Jan 2013

  Managed all Parent Education Courses and Programming, Teacher training and in-service. Provided support for families with children with developmental delays. Early Childhood Education-Program Specialist / Parent Education Director| CCPM Migrant Education Teacher training and staff development. Evaluations and program management. Implementation of ECE and Health programming to fulfill grants and community collaborative model. Devising and implementing improvement and articulation plan for kindergarten readiness with staff, parents and district. Directing program, devising and implementing curriculum; lead teacher, parent workshops and motivational speaking exposing program in the community. Served as a liaison between parents and students when developmental support was needed. Detailed knowledge of Child Development, Learning Styles, Individualized instruction and program management. Regularly assisted in overall operation and implementation of programming for the project. Administered ITERS, ECERS and DRDP analysis and training for teaching staff. Demonstrated ability to interpret and communicate employee benefit entitlements. Prepared end of year reports with goals and program plans. Prepared and presented training for groups of 15+ employees on various topics such as DRDP, Developmental Screenings, Assessments, Parent Teacher Conferences, Learning Styles and Delivery. Drafted parent, teacher and student policies and notices in English and Spanish. Regularly addressed Safety and Health and Wellness component with staff and administration. Successfully exposed, presented and engaged others in the Project within the community as a new model in community collaborative. Show less



VENTURA COMMUNTITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

• United States
• Higher Education
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Adjunct Instructor

  • Jan 2007 - Jan 2009

  Provided Early Childhood Education Courses to college students at Oxnard and Moorpark Colleges.; Taught a wide range of classes in Early Childhood Education. Assessed the Early Childhood program and implemented actions to improve the program student learning outcome indicators. Worked under the guidance of colleagues to develop an understanding of student needs in Early Childhood Education. Worked independently and with the guidance of colleagues to develop, select and implement strategies to meet student needs, and to develop and assess student learning outcomes. Developed curriculum and aligned courses to meet student needs and college objectives. Placement and follow up with students in community-based practicum settings. Prepared, developed, revised and implemented course outlines, student learning outcomes, and syllabi. Served as faculty mentor/advisor to Early Childhood Education students. Adhered to the philosophy of the “open door” concept and served a diverse student and community population. Performed course assessment as well as assisted in program and institution level assessments, and improved student learning based on results of assessment data. Maintained subject matter currency and continually updated courses to keep up with college and student needs. Commitment to community colleges principles and philosophy. Worked with various state agencies, community and other partnerships to improve Early Childhood Education and facilitate student opportunities and success. Show less



CONCORDE CAREER COLLEGE

• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Instructor/ Department Chair-Program Director Medical Assisting

  • Jan 2004 - Jan 2005

  Provided instruction and administration of the Medical Assisting Vocational Education program. Instructor/ Department Chair-Program Director Medical Assisting Developed and created curriculum for Medical Assisting courses. Instructor of clinical and theory classes. Staff development and instructor training. Managed student issues and progress. Provided students with guidance and instruction during the Medical Assisting Program. Placed students in an externship upon completion of program. Provided guidance and counseling to maintain student success and ensure success upon completion of program. Closely monitored attendance and attrition to ensure program success. Worked closely with sales team to ensure program growth and success as well as excellent customer service. Show less