Sylvia Owens
Torrance
Summary
Results-driven Program Coordinator with expertise in Special Education, adult programs, community outreach, curriculum development, and project management. Proven ability to enhance educational programs for diverse learners and special needs individuals, ensuring compliance and fostering collaboration among stakeholders.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Coordinator
Center for Learning Unlimited
Torrance
02.2019 - Current
- Coordinate educational programs for diverse learners, and special needs students.
- Develop training materials for staff to enhance instructional strategies.
- Manage schedules and logistics for workshops, events, and meetings.
- Collaborate with teachers to create individualized learning plans for students.
- Facilitate communication between parents, regional centers, educators, and support staff effectively.
- Monitor program compliance with state educational standards and regulations.
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the program, ensuring compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
- Provide guidance and support to program participants in navigating resources, services, and opportunities.
- Serve as a liaison between external organizations and partners involved in delivering programming services.
- Identify areas where improvements can be made in order to increase efficiency or effectiveness.
- Explain program offerings and requirements to participants, and answer related questions.
- Maintain up-to-date records related to program activities.
- Facilitate communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and conference calls.
- Developed and executed marketing strategies to increase program visibility and participation.
- Coordinate professional development workshops for staff to enhance program delivery.
- Assist in the creation and revision of program policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
- Utilize a document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date, and easily accessible data.
- Implement strategies to take advantage of new opportunities.
- Evaluate the needs of departments and delegate tasks to optimize overall production.
- Provide guidance and support to program participants in navigating resources, services, and opportunities.
CTE Instructor, Special Education
South Torrance High School
Torrance
09.2006 - 02.2019
- Developed and implemented an on-the-job training program for South Torrance High School students.
- Procured off-site training locations for students.
- Managed and directed classroom assistants.
- Developed lesson plans to engage diverse student learning styles.
- Assisted in classroom management to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional strategies.
- Provided one-on-one support to students to reinforce lesson content.
- Utilized educational technology tools for interactive teaching sessions.
- Participated in faculty meetings to discuss student progress and initiatives.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student understanding and progress.
- Conducted lectures, demonstrations and group activities in order to enhance learning experience.
- Attended meetings, training and activities to enhance skills and credentials.
- Adapted teaching methods based on the physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities of students.
- Encouraged students' critical thinking skills by facilitating classroom discussions.
Career Technical Instructor for Special Educationn
So Cal Regional Occupational Center
Torrance
09.2006 - 02.2019
- Provide hands on training for students with special needs
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups.
- Developed curriculum materials aligned with industry standards and job market needs.
- Facilitated hands-on workshops to enhance practical skills and knowledge retention.
- Assessed learner progress through evaluations and provided constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with industry partners to ensure training relevance and effectiveness.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to accommodate different learning styles.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress and attendance throughout course duration.
- Conducted classroom training sessions for both small and large groups.
- Assessed student performance through examinations, quizzes, and other evaluation methods.
- Implemented various teaching methods to address different learning styles.
- Collaborated with colleagues to improve curriculum and instructional strategies.
Education
Career Technical Education Credential - Education
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06-2012
Skills
- Program development
- Regional center liaison
- Community outreach
- Customized Employment specialist
- Client relationship management
- Standard operating procedures
- Marketing materials
- Market research proficiency
- Curriculum design
- Training material development
- Resource navigation
- Team collaboration
- Project management
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Interpersonal skills
- Onsite tours
- Community building
Certification
CPR-First Aid certification.
SDAEI and ELD certification for metacognitive development.
Employment Specialist certification.
SDAEI and ELD certification for metacognitive development.
Employment Specialist certification.
Timeline
Program Coordinator
Center for Learning Unlimited
02.2019 - Current
CTE Instructor, Special Education
South Torrance High School
09.2006 - 02.2019
Career Technical Instructor for Special Educationn
So Cal Regional Occupational Center
09.2006 - 02.2019
Career Technical Education Credential - Education
University of California, Los Angeles