Luis T

Consummate professional with more than 13 years of experience across various companies. Creative problem-solver and outside the box thinker with ability to learn and operate new and existing systems. Outgoing and detail-oriented, proficient at building and maintaining professional relationships that deliver positive results.

Motivated team player with strong communication skills who is capable of performing various job-related duties as assigned. Proficient in executing daily work management plans. I am known for being able to work with various personalities flawlessly and for being able to handle stressful situations with genuine ease.

Enthusiastic self-starter who is able to take all necessary actions and communicate major events to key support groups. Professional at interacting with all levels of employees as needed to perform responsibilities.

Special Education Teacher at New York Department of Education (2023-09 – Present)

• Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with diverse learning needs
• Assess and monitor students' academic, social, and behavioral progress while maintaining accurate records
• Collaborate with general education teachers, specialists, families, and service providers to support student success
• Adapt curriculum, instructional strategies, accommodations, and assistive technology to meet individual student needs
• Provide direct instruction and support in classrooms, resource rooms, and pull-out sessions
• Manage classroom behavior and provide emotional/social support using positive interventions and crisis strategies when needed
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, ensure compliance with special education laws, and support students' transition planning

Branding and Marketing Manager at Andrea P Foundation, Inc (2010-07 – 2018-12)

• Helped launch the organization by providing expert guidance and helping draft organizational goals
• Developed brand awareness and marketing strategies
• Analyzed market and identified opportunities by formulating and implementing new ideas to increase community presence and attract customers
• Maintained close client communications while clearly defining marketing objectives
• Used analytics as a tool to measure programs and make adjustments in order to ensure efficiency
• Organized events to promote brand and increase brand awareness within the designated region
• Responsible for development and execution of integrated marketing communications plans and related budgets
• Hired, trained and managed marketing and support teams; supported sales and account management, providing tools for successful sales growth
• Led creative design and copy-writing for digital and print assets, as well as internal and external communications, including website, social media, PR, trade and community engagement

Brand and Social Media Expert at Guanabee Media, LLC (2009-01 – 2010-05)

• Managed the organization's social media presence and accounts
• Successfully spearheaded campaigns on social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, and other social media platforms
• Created, posted and managed updates and responses for all online content for the brand's social media
• Successfully created and maintained professional relationships with external entities
• Reported on coordinated digital marketing, with analysis integrating and illustrating data from sources such as Google Analytics, Bing, Facebook Insights and Twitter Analytics

Sales and Strategic Marketing Assistant Manager at Jimmy Jazz (2004-06 – 2007-11)

• Responsible for increasing sales through various marketing strategies, which I achieved by being bold and keeping a customer first mindset
• Achieved popularity and loyalty with clientele by always providing a positive buying experience and never deviating from my duty to ensure that each penny was accounted for
• Supervised various sales teams that often exceeded sales goals and most importantly understood the importance of putting customers above everything
• Responsible for creating a positive working culture where each member felt safe and where not afraid to approach management

Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design – CUNY City College (2004 – 2009)