Alejandra Almanza

Communications Specialist
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Strong organization and leader skills while observing privacy, safety and confidentiality
guidelines in the private and military sector. Work experience in secured facilities, with
strong oral and written communication skills. Familiar with use of surveillance and
communications equipment as well as needed office support equipment. Proven ability,
aided by bilingual skills & military training, to solve problems, provide guidance and
manage personnel. Strong experience in customer service, materials management and
sound knowledge of leading edge principles, tools and practices in education.
Employment goal is to provide employers with work experiences and skills that enable
company growth and continuous improvement through ethical & honest work.

Education
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South Texas Collage, McAllen, Texas [Aug 2010 Present/ Graduating July 2017]
Bachelors Degree: Applied Science in Organizational Leadership
South Texas College, McAllen, Texas [Aug 2010 - May 2013]
Associates Degree: Major in Child Development
South Texas College, McAllen, Texas [Aug 2010 - May 2013]
Certificated Degree: Pre-School
Certificated Degree: Infants and Toddlers
GPA: 3.8
Previous Positions
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AthnaSTS, Los Fresnos Tx. [Jan 2015 - Present]

Communications Specialist
Monitor surveillance cameras and record incidents as directed. Continuously scan all
areas of the facility for unusual occurrences.
Maintain log books and administrative documentation as required
Answer telephones and forward calls as appropriate
Provide administrative assistance for counts as needed
Verify authorization and operate remote electronic doors.
Immediately reports any unusual occurrences, detainee movements, incidents,
gathering of detainees, or staff misconduct viewed on surveillance cameras
Verify proper functioning of all equipment in the assigned work area
Conduct other administrative duties as necessary or directed
Temporarily fill in as Supply Specialist if needed

Hidalgo Program Head Start, Alamo Tx [Sep 2013 - Jan 2015]

Teachers Assistant

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 Planning and maintenance of a safe, clean, learning environment and assuring the
wellbeing and safety of the children under care.
Compliance with the Head Start Program Performance Standards, all policies and
procedures and written work plan.
Important to maintain a positive, calm attitude and a soft voice, and encourage this
attitude in our children.
As an assistant I had to work well and help out the rest of our staff. This included
working with the parents of the children as well as the volunteers that help us at the
center.
Being an assistant I also had to learn each childs strength and weaknesses, which is
vital for their future.
Planning and assisting teacher in preparation materials and supplies in advance for
activities.
Maintained confidential child classroom folders by collecting monthly samples of
childrens work.
Helped put together a confidential assessment binder, consisting of developmental
assessments, individual goals, and observations of progress toward meeting goals.

US ARMY, MILITARY BASE Al asad Iraq [Aug 09, 2009 - Jul 01, 2010]

Supply Clerk E-4

Preparation of all unit/organizational supply documents
Maintenance of automated supply system for accounting of organizational and
installation supplies and equipment
Receiving, inspecting, inventorying, loading, unloading, storing, delivering and
turning in organization and installation supplies and equipment.
Issuing and receiving small arms and crew served weapons.
Securing and controlling weapons and ammunition in security areas.
Scheduling and performing preventive and organizational maintenance on weapons.
Operate office machines, such as photocopiers and scanners, facsimile machines,
voice mail systems, and personal computers
Answer telephones, direct calls, and take messages and operate unit level computers.

Donna ISD, Donna Donna, Texas, USA [August 2006 to May 2009]

Substitute Teacher
Maintain and respect confidentiality of student and school personnel information
Maintain discipline and classroom control in order to fosters a safe and positive
environment for all students and staff in accordance with school and county policies
Ensure the adequate supervision to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students
Took all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment,
materials, and facilities
Daily activities ranged from reporting to office upon arrival at school, checking
mailbox of absent teacher for materials requiring immediate attention & requesting
clarification of school rules and procedures, if necessary

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 Reports all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the
appropriate authority immediately or as soon as is reasonably possible
Implements lesson plans, while ensuring the integrity of academic time and in a
manner which motivates students to learn and participate
Organized students for effective instruction, dismissed all students from the
classroom before leaving the building
Completed a Substitute Teacher Report Form for the regular classroom teacher,
Collected and placed students papers in regular teachers desk
Returned instructional materials, equipment, and keys to proper place, checked if
services would be required for the next school day
Complied with and supports school and division regulations and policies and
performed other related duties as assigned by building administrator(s)

US Army Ft. Bragg, NC, USA [Feb 20, 2005 - Feb 22, 2006]

Truck Driver Military Rank?

Manage load, unload, and safety of transported personnel
Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting dangerous materials
Oversee and check proper loading and unloading of cargo on vehicles and trailers and
secure cargo against inclement weather, pilferage, and damage
Operate all wheel vehicles and equipment over varied terrain and roadways for
support of Army or Joint-service operations and required vehicle mounted, automated
information, communication, and navigation systems
Operate vehicle component material handling equipment (MHE), as required
Employ both mounted and dismounted land navigation techniques

Training
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United States Army [March 2005-July 2005]

Motor Transport Operator

Learned to operate all wheel vehicles and equipment over varied terrain and roadways
for support of Army or Joint-service operations
Operate vehicle mounted, automated information, communication, and navigation
system

Basic Training
Military regulations and procedures
Physical training & Self-defense
Weapon training
Strengthened learned ability to adapt quickly and discipline.

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 Skills
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Computer Skills
Personal computing, typing Speed 40 Words Per Minute
Microsoft Office
o Outlook
o Internet Explorer
o Word
o Excel
o Utility software (virus, WinZip, etc.)
o PowerPoint

Language Skills
Spanish - Good ( Read Write Speak )
English - Fair ( Read Write Speak )

Additional Skills
Customer service
Knowledge on regulations of handling Secret information
Moderate knowledge in office work

Driver's License
Class B passenger: Commercial Drivers License

References
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Ceja, Luis Fernando

Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Lonquist & Co. Houston, Texas USA
Cel: 956-451-4405