Human Resources Assistant

HELGA SHARPE THREATT

**** **** **** ****, **, Unit 102 Washington, DC 20020 - Telephone: Cell 202-***-**** - Home 202-***-****

Email: *******@*****.***

WORK HISTORY

September 2000 – Present

OWNER/HST Productions

Conference Planning, Entertainment and Events Management, & Meeting Planning

Contractor/MEETING & EVENTS COORDINATOR

JBV Productions/Event Production Specialists, Washington, DC 20002

•Plans and oversees of all aspects of events from the conception of the initial idea through final details of events. Including, but not limited to: event diagrams and design; site management; stage construction; technical crew procurement and management; audio/video engineering and equipment; lighting and staging management and equipment.

•Facilitates meetings with relevant organizational staff and discuss the organization's desires, often suggesting ideas, themes or other creative possibilities to assist with event planning.

•Manages staff related to the event including oversight for special services, entertainment, parking and guest registration.

•Secures artists, acts, facilities, shows, and venues to hold/host public and private events.

EVENTS - Old-Home Holiday Reunion (Prince George County, MD); Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference; NABOB (National Association of Black Owned Broadcasters) Annual Communication Awards Dinner; National Organization of Black Owned Broadcasters Awards Dinner; Duke Ellington Jazz Festival (a multi-venue enterprise featuring more than 100 jazz performances at venues throughout Washington, DC; and ‘Taste of DC’ Washington DC.

September 2000 – Present

TEACHER (Grades 3-8)

2015-2016 School Year – Substitute Teacher, District of Columbia Public Schools

September 2008 – July 2015, Naylor Road School, Washington, DC

February 2006 – June 2008, Highland Park Elementary School, PG County, Maryland

December 2002 – June 2005, Southeast Academy of Scholastic Excellence, Washington, DC

September 2000 – December 2002, Highland Park Elementary School, PG County, Maryland

Day-to-day responsibility for curriculum planning and educational instruction of students in the areas of Reading, Language Arts, Social Studies and Science.

Communicated knowledge, using a variety of instructional methodologies, curriculum resources, and materials.

Differentiated instruction to reach all learners. Identified special needs of students and sought additional support, as needed.

Established and maintained a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.

Collaborated with colleagues on planning, professional development, and standards-based curriculum design to contribute to the continuous improvement of instruction at the school.

Performed student assessments, communicated students' progress to parents and fellow teachers to facilitate future instruction.

Coordinator, After School Enrichment Program for grades 3-6. Coordinated, administered and facilitated a program designed to enhance the skills of students in preparation for standardized testing. Team Leader/Facilitator for grade-level team communications with parents, students, and teachers. Spokesperson for teachers for media events.

March 1999 – August 2000

DIVERSITY SPECIALIST/TRAINER

US Airways, Arlington, VA

Designed, developed, and delivered training presentations in support of diversity efforts Diversity, Discrimination, and Sexual Harassment.

Provided subject matter expert support to the Human Resources organization and corporation operating groups in relation to diversity initiatives and programs.

Served as subject matter expert in defining and enhancing multicultural communications.

Counseled employees, at all levels of the organization, on diversity programs and issues.

Ensured consistency in the interpretation of workplace policies and programs as related to diversity.

Recruited for and managed the Minority Summer Internship Program for US Airways system-wide.

Consulted with human resources recruiters on “best practices” for diversity recruiting efforts.

Researched and developed programs designed to bridge individual and group differences, creating an environment of trust and cooperation to achieve bottom-line effectiveness.

Planned, coordinated, and managed all division conferences, meetings, and events.

Assisted with formulation and administration of US Airways affinity groups (Minority Professionals Association, Women’s Development Organization, and Gay & Lesbian Organization.)

Interpreted and administered Human Resources policies and procedures and provided guidance and counseling regarding discrimination, sexual harassment, proper workplace behavior.

Provided advice and direction to management on sensitive employee relations.

September 1998 – March 1999

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO PRESIDENT/CEO

US Airways, Arlington, VA

Served as primary assistant and office manager to the President/CEO.

Coordinated all executive-level meetings throughout the US Airways system.

Handled all confidential material relevant to company operations.

Served as Liaison between the Executive Office and all other departments.

Supervised other support staff members.

Responded to correspondence and other inquiries on President’s behalf.

Maintained a central calendar for the staff and scheduled all executive appointments.

Made arrangements and provided assistance for conferences, meetings, and briefings.

Recommended solutions, improvements, and appropriate courses of action to the President/CEO

EDUCATION

University of Maryland, College Park, MD, Bachelor of General Studies (Concentration: Journalism)

University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ (Coursework: Masters of Education)

SKILLS/QUALIFICATION

Experienced Educator and Trainer

Ability to interact with all levels of management, employees, consumers and the public

Ability to manage human capital and facilitate committee and team meetings

Ability to multitask while successfully dealing with unexpected crises in an effective and efficient manner

Excellent Planning and Organization; Analysis and Problem Solving; and Conflict Resolution/Negotiation skills

Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Proficient PC skills, including Microsoft Office Suite

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