Math and Science Tutor - Planting Seeds for Tomorrow - Hollywood Seminole - Hollywood, FL
(2019-08)
- Improved students' understanding of mathematical concepts by utilizing visual aids, hands-on activities, and real-life applications.
- Boosted student confidence in problem-solving by providing individualized support and targeted feedback during tutoring sessions.
- Enhanced student retention of math skills with engaging lesson plans and regular practice exercises.
- In person and Online personalized sessions.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through assessments, modifying instruction as needed to address gaps in understanding or mastery.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Administered standardized tests to assess student strengths and weaknesses.
- Tutored math students of all ages and abilities, from elementary school to college level.
- Entry exams preparation for private school expert
- SAT/ACT prep test expert.
Lab Technician III - City of North Miami Beach - North Miami Beach, FL
(2023-10 - 2024-02)
- Performed chemical and bacteriological analyses of samples collected and report results.
- Performed testing as described in laboratory Quality Manual, following Standard Operating Procedures with adherence to requirements of NELAC accreditation.
- Collected samples, performed field analysis as well as bacteriological and chemical analysis of water samples from distribution system, production wells, special projects, new installations and recently repaired location sites as required, following SOP's.
- Received and handles customer complaints regarding water quality testing, performs testing as needed and provides results to the customer once analysis is completed.
- Prepared sample collection documentation and "chain of custody" forms for the collection of samples.
- Interpreted and documented results of tests to databases.
- Performed daily, monthly and quarterly calibration, maintains and troubleshoots various meters, instruments, and equipment in the laboratory and support equipment for plant operations.
- Calibrated new instruments in the laboratory and assisted with the calibration of some support equipment for plant operations.
- Prepared and completed laboratory reports.
- Performed experimental testing of new methods and equipment.
- Documented any non-conformances, initiates corrective action if necessary and reports to the Laboratory Manager.
- Documented and prepares chemicals and media to use in the testing and analysis process and performs quality control on the chemicals and media.
- Maintained daily logs and documents assigned work.
- Performed quality control testing of any materials used for microbiological testing.
- Prepared the chemical inventory, handles chemical disposal, and writes standard operating procedures.
R&D Laboratory Manager - AquaGuidance
(2019-09 - 2023-07)
- Developed water filters for removal of heavy metals, virus, bacteria, chlorine and monochloramine, in accordance with NSF standards for drinking water
- Analyzed potential materials for filter development
- Developed and conducted new testing procedures
- Supervised laboratory staff for completion of projects, duties, and maintenance of laboratory
- Served as laboratory QA/QC officer
- Created and implemented SOP's, protocols and templates for Laboratory testing and testing equipment
- Kept equipment maintained, facility clean and organized and inventory stocked to maximize performance
- Contributed and developed products that met performance, quality and timing requirements
- Calibrated and did troubleshooting on laboratory instruments
- Performed powder, troubleshooting and maintenance activities
- Interviewed, and trained lab technicians to perform experiments and analyze results
- Developed and tested products to find high-quality, low-cost options
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations
- Prepared reports to dispense information for product teams and compile information supporting long-term company development and success.
Senior Microbiologist - Pace Analytical Services
(2015-06 - 2016-09)
- Administered all operations of largest Microbiology department of company in accordance to EPA standards.
- Laboratory is NELAC certified.
- Tested microbiology and chemical methods in drinking water, wastewater, surface water and soil for residential, commercial, City water and County water.
- Tested over 10 different methods for microbiology test.
- Prepared and analyzed environmental samples based on published methods, SOP and EPA standards.
- Directed specific laboratory projects from set-up to completion.
- Prepared standards and reagents.
- Documented all lab activities in applicable logbooks and databases (e.g. temperature, sample prep, sample analysis, standard and reagent prep, instrument maintenance,).
- Entered data into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) as applicable
- Performing routine maintenance instrumentation.
- Reviewing data from other analysts, if applicable, and recognizing discrepancies in data.
- Able to validate data from potentially several methods and instruments.
- Lead method development and modifications as needed.
- In charge of QA/QC for Microbiology laboratory.
- Promoted cooperation and teamwork among staff.
- Followed policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other duties as assigned.
- Developed new process for employee evaluation which resulted in marked performance improvements.
Laboratory Technician II - Miami Dade College
(2014-08 - 2015-07)
- Managed and responsible for Biology, environmental science, and Immunology sets up for science department
- In charge of training new Lab staff, intern students and lab assistants, and lab technicians
- Assisted research programs for students and faculty
- Collected and analyzed biological data about relationships between organisms and their environment
- Used Microscope in order to evaluate results of inoculation and contamination occurrence
- Tissue and cell culture
- Inoculating bacterial lines
- Staining, pH testing, enzymes and slides Mounting techniques
- Maintained laboratory instruments and developed new laboratory equipment with accordance to Protocols
- Conducted quality control tests and directed test procedures
- Organized and prepares laboratory test solutions
- Calculated chemistry and microbiological preparations and calibrations
- Prepared variety of culture media in slants and broth Test tubes, Petri-dishes
- Proficient using light microscope and fluorescence microscope
- Able to perform sterile and sterilization procedures
- Developed Standard Operations Procedure and manuals for Biology department
- Performed other duties as assigned.
Research Intern - Summer Research Institute/STEMS - Miami Gardens, FL
(2012-02 - 2014-05)
- Managed to practice in controlled environment Ability to create a manual for the proper use of SimMan with a variety of patient cases
- Used rectangulation techniques to measure green and gray areas at STU and effectively concluded that 76% of the campus is green areas and 24% gray areas with a ± 0.6% margin of error
- Performed in 2D and 3D. This research lead to publication in Journal of Multisciplinary Research
- Studied Medicinal Plants Ardesia Crenata for anti-cancer research by harvesting specimen, dried and ground plant (leaf,root,flowers) for extraction and freeze-dry for biological activity testing and structure identification
- Assist with Zebra Fish regeneration of the spinal cord
- Assess understanding and application of medical practice
- Demonstrate ability to develop an appropriate differential diagnosis in given time
- Trained students on how to properly operate their medical equipment
- Followed by presenting research at symposiums
- Evaluated existing projects and promoted strategies to improve and increase efficiency in project techniques.
Front Desk Manager - The Continental Group Inc
(2009-11 - 2011-01)
- Contribution in training or orienting other staff on office policies and procedures
- Contribution made to improvement in office operations and/or customer service
- Maintaining any customer database to improve tracking, reporting and customer service
- Ability of multitasking in fast-paced environment, while maintaining emphasis on quality.
