I am looking for a remote position that allows me to utilize my skills in data entry, record keeping and order processing. I would like to contribute with my abilities while advancing in a supportive and growth-oriented company culture.
Lena Fernandez
@lenafernandez
Retired educator ready to explore new career opportunities. Looking to be hired in remote jobs
What I'm looking for
I am a retired educator with a strong commitment to fostering growth and enhancing team dynamics. My experience at Georgetown Technical High School has equipped me with excellent organizational skills and a proven track record of effective communication. I have taught diverse classes, maintained accurate records, and differentiated instruction to meet the unique needs of each student.
Throughout my career, I have developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, ensuring a supportive learning environment. My role as a community counselor further honed my empathic listening skills and ability to coordinate outreach programs, increasing access to vital mental health services. I am now eager to apply my skills in a remote position that aligns with my passion for helping others and achieving excellence.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Personal Development Teacher
Georgetown Technical High School
Apr 2009 - Dec 2022 (13 years 8 months)
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by fostering a supportive learning environment. Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning. Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents.
Community Counselor
Belize City Community Counseling Center
Dec 2008 - Mar 2009 (3 months)
Provided emotional support to clients and strengthened family relationships by conducting home visits and one-on-one sessions. Coordinated outreach programs targeting underserved populations, increasing access to vital mental health services. Submitted court reports on behalf of clients detained at the Princess Youth Hostel.
Life Skills Teacher & High School Guidance Counselor
Delille Academy
Aug 2003 - Aug 2008 (5 years)
Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enriching students' educational experience. Maintained impeccable records for each client and daily instructional activities. Coordinated extracurricular activities, providing additional opportunities for skill development outside of the traditional classroom setting.
Stock Keeper
U.S. Naval Reserves
Jun 1996 - May 2000 (3 years 11 months)
Facilitated smooth communication between departments by providing prompt updates on stock availability and potential issues affecting product delivery timelines. Enhanced workplace safety through meticulous adherence to company policies and OSHA regulations. Maintained files, records, and chronologies of entry activities monitored manually in the logbook.
Data Entry Operator
IME Shipping & Receiving
Dec 1997 - Feb 1999 (1 year 2 months)
Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency, diligently inputting and verifying information from various sources. Increased data accuracy by verifying data files prior to entry of government airplane and ship parts orders. Submitted orders via intranet to the central building on the Naval Base to prepare for shipment to customers.
Education
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Galen University
Master's degree, Social Science/ Special Education
Activities and societies: Thesis Statement: PERFORMANCE TRENDS OF STUDENTS IN THE SOUTH ON THE PRIMARY SCHOOL EXAMINATION (PSE). Group research paper: Scrutinized the Millennium Development Goals in Belize, with a deep analysis on MDG number three focusing on Gender Equality and Empowering Women. Group project: Made a recommendation for government initiatives to bring back jobs, specifically in Dangriga Town, by examining the benefits of reopening the Commerce Bight Port.
Completed a Master's degree focusing on Social Science and Special Education. Conducted a thesis on performance trends of students in the South on the Primary School Examination (PSE) and participated in group research on Millennium Development Goals, specifically Gender Equality. Collaborated on a group project recommending government initiatives to reopen the Commerce Bight Port for job creation
San Diego State University
Bachelor's degree, Developmental Psychology
Activities and societies: Psychology Internship Training Program. Trained as a Career Counselor to advise undergraduate students about their educational plan and helped each individual in the process of starting their program of study at SDSU.
Completed a Bachelor's degree in Developmental Psychology. Participated in a Psychology Internship Training Program, where I trained as a Career Counselor. Advised undergraduate students on their educational plans and assisted them in starting their programs of study.
San Diego City College
Associate degree, Behavioral Sciences
Activities and societies: Conducted several experimental psychology research studies under the instructions of the Psychology Department at SDCC and followed confidentiality protocols when dealing with human test subjects.
Earned an Associate degree in Behavioral Sciences. Conducted several experimental psychology research studies under the instructions of the Psychology Department. Followed strict confidentiality protocols when dealing with human test subjects during research.
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