Communication, Coaching, Policy Development, Analyze HR metrics

Sharon L. Matthews

919-***-**** • ***********@*****.*** • Williamsburg, Virginia

HUMAN RESOURCES PROFILE

Dynamic and dedicated human resources professional who fosters a supportive and encouraging environment for optimal learning and skills development. Respond to unique situations and provide solutions that are legally defensible.

EXPERTISE

Employment Law • Problem Solving • Investigations • Training/Facilitation • Coaching EDUCATION

MBA Concentration in Human Resources Management University of Maryland, College Park BS Psychology University of Maryland, College Park Phase I of MAT – Elementary Education NC A&T State University, Greensboro HUMAN RESOURCES EXPERIENCE

Independent HR Consultant

Prescott HR Consulting, Columbia, MD • 2018 – 2019

Conducted HR audit of records, policies, activities and processes to ensure programs and services were compliant with established federal/state laws and regulations.

Advised management on the administration of HR policies and procedures. Formulated strategic and practical plans to address human resource matters.

Developed methods for compiling and analyzing data for reports and special projects.

Devised plans and techniques to drive change.

Human Resources Analyst

Mb Staffing Services, Washington, DC • 2017

Assigned to Prince George’s County Government, Department of Family Services to direct Human Resource services, employee relations, risk management, payroll (SAP/Stromberg), training and development.

Consulted with management on complex HR matters. Assessed and anticipated HR-related needs.

Provided HR policy guidance and interpretation. Developed and documented procedures for efficient operation of agency.

Human Resources Business Partner

Toal, Griffith + Ragula, LLC, Annapolis, Maryland • 2015 – 2016

Partnered with clients to develop overall strategy and objectives. Provided full-cycle HR services for Maryland Rural Development Corporation and Anne Arundel County Community Action Agency, each with 100+ employees. Planned approaches aligned with business imperatives, while assuring compatibility with company’s values, ethics and policies.

Developed and implemented HR policies and procedures. Coached and counseled employees and managers regarding HR issues, practice and policies, including employee relations, performance management, facilitation of formal/informal complaint resolution, disciplinary actions and terminations. Senior Director, Corporate Human Resources

Sodexo, Gaithersburg, Maryland • 2001 - 2007

Spearheaded delivery of HR services to 1000 employees in the U.S. and abroad, leading a dedicated 5- member team. Smoothed transitions and relocations through direction of international mobility program that served expatriates and employees from the UK and France – served as subject matter expert on immigration and visa issues.

Repaired and strengthened trust between HR and management teams through strategic redesign of the department that enabled HR staffers to build stronger relationships with assigned executives. SHARON L. MATTHEWS • Page 2 • ***********@*****.***

Advanced knowledge and capabilities of team through hands-on coaching and professional development, including establishment of targeted stretch goals, as well as a strong system of support.

Developed job descriptions and provided compensation analysis for HQ jobs. Coordinated administration of base, bonus and long-term incentive programs.

Provided guidance to employees and managers on HR policies, practices and employment law. CAREER NOTE: Previous roles as Director of Human Resources for the State of Maryland Judiciary and TeleCommunication Systems; Senior Compensation Analyst for Johns Hopkins Hospital and Perpetual Savings Bank; and Compensation Consultant for Sato Travel. TEACHING/TUTORING EXPERIENCE

Special Education Teacher/Academic Tutor

York County School Division, Yorktown, VA • 2022 – 2024

• Collaborated with general education teachers on different approaches to improve student learning. Established relationships with parents to help struggling students with IEPs.

• Targeted instruction to remediate math skills for third and fourth graders. Owner/Founder

SLM Education Services, Columbia, Maryland • 2020 – present

Provide virtual and in-person tutoring in elementary language arts and math. Present engaging lessons in accordance with research-based standards.

Conduct assessments to determine skill gaps and skill mastery. Coach parents to reinforce skills taught. Remediation Tutor

Club Z Columbia!, Columbia, Maryland • 2018 – 2020

Provided in-person tutoring in elementary language arts and math in an engaging way.

Worked with students to fill skill gaps based on teacher input. Remediation Tutor

The Hill Center, Durham, North Carolina • 2010 – 2015

Provided reading, writing and math instruction individually or in small groups using research-based guidelines and multisensory techniques developed by The Hill Center.

Assessed students individually and completed skill tracking profiles to document academic progress. Summer Faculty (June – July 2011)

The Hill Center, Durham, North Carolina • 2011

Delivered language arts instruction to groups of four students following the established methodology and techniques. Prepared progress reports based on monitored activities.

Participated in conferences with parents.

Elementary School Teacher/Interventionist

Durham Public Schools, Durham, North Carolina • 2008 - 2010 & 2011 – 2013

Developed and implemented lesson plans based on standards and analysis of student assessments. Taught literacy, mathematics, science and social studies to diverse groups of students, via challenging assignments. Helped students triumph over difficulties.

Set high expectations for student achievement. Developed conceptual understanding so students retained more of what was taught. Enabled the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Recognized differences in learning styles and interests and adapted instruction to meet student needs.

Maximized application of learning by using hands-on activities and flexible groupings to practice strategies and skills taught.

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