Lisa Joy Alessandrino

Lisa Joy Alessandrino

Career/Internship Manager
Reply rate:
-
Availability:
Hourly ($/hour)
Age:
58 years old
Location:
Ringwood, NJ, United States
Experience:
20 years
Lisa Joy Alessandrino 5 Woodland Rd. Ringwood, NJ - www.linkedin.com/in/lisaalessandrino/https://twitter.com/placementatBCTS https://www.pinterest.com/lalessandrino/career-technical-education/ Professional Profile Dedicated educator who will promote and assure quality teaching, resources, and curriculum. On a quest to provide good energy and focus towards staff to improve professional practice. Diligent work ethic coupled with a passion for the success of students and teachers alike. Known to work seamlessly with coworkers in various supporting roles spanning two decades in education. Core Competencies and Knowledge Knowledge & experience using the Danielson framework for teaching Exceptional interpersonal skills Strong verbal and written communication skills College and career readiness Educational Qualifications Supervisory Endorsement Program, William Paterson University, Wayne, NJ Project Management Boot Camp, Ramapo College, NJ 9/2015 Certified Human Capital Strategist Course, Human Capital Institute in NYC 6/2015 M.S. of Science Degree in Training and Learning Technology, NYIT, Old Westbury, NY 1/1990 B.S. of Science Degree in Elementary Education, CW Post College, Greenvale, NY 6/1987 New Jersey Certification Supervisor Standard Certification, K-6 New York Certification Permanent Certification, K-6 Elementary Education Professional Certification K-12, Educational Technology Specialist Technical Proficiencies MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, PC/Mac, Career Cruising, NJCAN, Google Docs, Google Slides, SMART Board, Social Media Intermediate use of Twitter /LinkedIn Qualifications for Supervisory Position Planning Developed Career Services at Adult Education as a first time stand-alone service to ensure job placement under Council on Occupational Education (COE). Advocated and facilitated the purchase of OSHA 10 General Safety vouchers for all trade students. Student obtains industry credential upon successful completion of modules and final test. This directly increases student chances of employment. Instructed a workshop on interviewing skills at the annual BCC job Fair in 2013. Lisa Joy Alessandrino 5 Woodland Rd. Ringwood, NJ - Planned for and presented several workshops for the ESL/GED classes covering job search strategies/interviewing skills and application process for the 2016 & 2017 year. Planned, prepared and organized annual school-wide events such as job fairs, college fairs, advisory board meeting and counselor luncheons. Leadership Mentored a BCA, Teterboro student, once a week, from September 2016 to anticipated end in June 2017 Exceeded required 70% placement outcomes for 2014, 2015 & 2016 reporting year in all Full-Time Day programs. Practiced daily leadership as career services leader/coach to the students and staff in need of guidance and feedback striving to obtain employment. Assessed the needs of students at BCTS, Adult Education from initial intake form, to one on one counseling meetings, then creating best job search approach. Assisted in the planning and development of a class for Displaced Homemakers clients entitled, “Bridge to Success”. The class provided career readiness skills, beginner basics to Microsoft Word and job search strategies to assist in their job search. Counseled and presented Career Readiness workshops for students in adult education programs to discuss issues such as, academic performance, social skills, self-esteem, and attendance. Motivated the displaced homemakers population of Bergen County, which strengthened my leadership skills and tapped into my counseling training/education background as a Certified Career Coach. Instructed a ESL class two times a week at Lodi HS for Adult ESL learners. Community Relations Established and developed a network of employers ready to hire new graduates. To date, Adult Education Career Services collaborates with over 120 businesses in Bergen, Essex, Passaic and Orange County, NY. Planned and organized BCTS, Adult Education job fairs and Student Appreciation picnic. Scheduled and managed weekly meetings with counselors, & college representatives to promote career pathways under Carl D. Perkins grant. Developed over 100 high school duel/credit articulations with over 20 technical, 2-year colleges and 4-year Universities at Rockland BOCES, CTEC. Engaged over 1,000 middle school students in several Career Awareness presentations over the course of 7 years. Safety and Administrative Managed client records and notes by creating a FileMaker database, as well as making placement information accessible for staff. Networked with teaching staff and local business to support partnerships including coordinating field trips, meetings, and job referrals, on-site interviews and in class presentations. Lisa Joy Alessandrino 5 Woodland Rd. Ringwood, NJ - Prepared documents needed for COE requirements and shared with administration and teachers. Initiated bi-weekly counselor meetings (a group of 11 counselors) at the Bergen County One-Stop Career Center. Responsible for planning the agenda for each weekly meeting. Kept track of meeting minutes and lead the discussion. Compiled minutes and sent minutes to the director addressing any topics that needed further clarification. Work Experience in Education Bergen County Technical Schools, Adult & Continuing Education, Hackensack, NJ Broker Counselor/Job Placement Specialist at BCTS, Adult Education 1/2016-Present ESL TEACHER, Part Time, 2 nights/week, Lodi High School 9/2016-6/2017 Broker Counselor/Displaced Homemakers Program 4/2013-1/2016 Rockland BOCES Career & Technical Education Center, West Nyack, NY Outreach Specialist/Career Pathways Coordinator 9/2006-6/2013 Monroe-Woodbury Central School District, Central Valley, NY Home Instructor, K-12, 9/2001-6/2004 & 9/2011-6/2012 East Ramapo Central School District, Spring Valley, NY Teacher, 3rd & 5th Grade Leave Replacement, 10/ 2004-6/2006 Teacher, 6th Grade & 5th Grade, 9/1990-6/1992 Park Avenue Elementary School, Westbury, NY Teacher, ESL, 2nd Grade, 9/1987-6/1990 Professional Associations ASCD- Membership, 1/2017-Present Applied for ASCD 2017, Emerging Leader Volunteerism and Related Work Experience SEPAC Parent Liaison of Lakeland HS, Wanaque, NJ 1/2016-Present Literacy Volunteer, Ciarco Learning Center, BCC, Hackensack, NJ - Volunteer Coach, Women for Change Coaching Community, - Inventor/Founder Gotta Have It Accessories! , Highland Mills, NY - Patented product, sold across country in specialty stores.
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