Federico R Lastra —— 12731 SW 27" ST cell: 786-283-0356 Miami, FL 33175 email: flast001@fiu.edu Summary lam a consummate self-motivated and educated professional, with outstanding instructional and organizational leadership skills, who communicates ideas clearly and concisely, that is always eager to share his knowledge with others. Qualifications Independent Consultant: Tutor Training Intensives * Extensive knowledge in tutoring and instruction both one-on-one and leading workshops * Developed workshops in APA 6"" Ed. format, Study Skills, and Test Taking Strategies * Led study skills sessions in the Sciences (microbiology and biology), Social Sciences (psychology & research methods) and English (literature, poetry, and creative writing) * Able to develop and foster relationships among faculty, staff, administrators, and students Professional Experience 8/2009 - Present Independent Consultant, Miami, FL FEDERICO LASTRA, SUPER TUTOR Private tutoring, specializing in writing research and reading comprehension. Conduct tutor training intensives at university tutoring centers promoting independent learning, personalized instruction, and the tutoring cycle, alongside intercultural training. 11/2008 - Present The Center for Academic Success, Florida International University (FIU), Miami, FL TITLE V TUTOR, READING & LEARNING ‘Taught students of varying nationalities and cultural backgrounds to read, conceptualize and understand material in English, take notes and develop study skills. Tutored the extra credit courses in Microbiology, Biology | & II and developed various workshops (HESI A2 Exam, APA 6" Ed.; Test Taking & Study Strategies; Conversational English; Public Speaking; Memorization, Test Anxiety & Stress Reduction; and Time Management) both taught within the Center, Orientation, Campus Events, Residence Halls and in instructor's classrooms on both campuses (BBC & MMC). Also, developed and fostered relationships with FEP-BSN MN (Foreign Educated Physician Nursing Program BSN, MN at Florida International University), Hospitality Management, Page 1 of 3Federico R Lastra SE professors, instructors, staff, and students; and, represented the center at the Association for Tutoring Professionals (ATP) Conference 2012, Seattle, WA. 8/2012 - 12/2014 Psychology Ambassadors for Student Success, FIU, Miami, FL EDUCATIONS CHAIR Responsible for the promotions of all workshops, study groups, and lectures at Florida International University focused on Psychology majors, from APA 6" Edition formatting, to how to study for psychology, writing for psychology, and writing research papers. 10/2007 - 10/2008 The Victim Advocacy Center, FIU, Miami, FL PRESENTER/ACTOR ‘Spoke in classrooms for 3 semesters, in one hour presentations on topics discussing rape, date rape, date rape drugs, and stalking (Florida law, prevention, what to do and statistical information). In addition, sometimes | portrayed a mock victim in 15 minute skits. | 11/2002 - 10/2007 Top Flight Marketing, Fort Lauderdale, FL. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR Business-to-business sales promotions and discounted packages for Disney World, Universal Studios, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Contour Day Spa, Miami Heat, Ramada Inn and various other businesses throughout the state of Florida. 2/1995 - 10/2002 NFL International Porter Services, Inc., Miami International Airport, Miami, FL FLOOR SUPERVISOR ‘Skycap Company contracted by Miami Dade County to work exclusively with US. Customs, US Agriculture and US Immigration, within the Customs enclosures at Miami International Airport Concourses B & E. Responsible for enforcement of all safety measures and regulations regarding suitcases and passenger service to all airlines from the moment the baggage arrived to the baggage belt to carousels and either outside or onward to connecting fights, dealing with tens of thousands of international passengers daily. | started as a skycap (Shop Steward-TWU), worked my way up to Office Assistant, Personnel Coordinator, Assistant Supervisor and then Floor Supervisor, responsible for 35-40 (employees reporting directly) of 350 employees. Awards/Clubs/Volunteer * Miami Beach Gay Pride 2015-2009 * Student Employee of the Year, FIU, 2012 Nominee Page 2 of 3Federico R Lastra ‘* Psychology Ambassadors of Student Success, FIU, 2011-2012 Presenter of the Year Psychology Ambassadors of Student Success, FIU, 2012-2013 Education Chair Invitational Scholars Club, FIU, BBC, 2011-2012 Overtown Youth Center Luncheon, FIU, BBC, 2011-2012 1° Place Halloween Costume Contest, FIU, BBC 2011 1* Place Literary Awards, FIU, Undergraduate Division, 2010 3° Place Photo Contest Diversity Awareness Day, FIU, BBC, 2010 Tutor in the Spotlight, The Center for Academic Success, FIU, 2010 SAVE Dade, 2010-2011 Miami Science Museum, 2009 Dean's List 5 times 2009, 2010, and 2011 Allstate Hurricane Andrew Hero, 1992 ‘Special Skills Instructional Design Course Syllabus Design Tutor Trainer Microsoft Office Public Speaking Public Relations Fluent in English & Spanish Tutor Training, FIU, 2011 & 2012 Education December 2015 Florida International University MASTERS OF EDUCATION Adult Education & Human Resources Development Spring 2012 Florida International University, Miami, FL BACHELORS OF ARTS & SCIENCES Psychology Major Religious Studies Minor Page 3 of 3