About

Paula Hines (Assistant Director / Teacher)

 

Contact Information

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phone: (575)640-0805

 

Biographical Information

Education

1977 - Graduated from Cairo American College, Cairo, Egypt. CAC is an international school.

 

1979 - Graduated from St. James Business School, London, England.

 

Professional Experience

1980-1981: University of Delaware, Newark, DE. Worked in off-campus housing coordinating off-campus housing for interested university students.

 

1981 - 1989: U.S.A. Training Academy, Newark, DE. Worked initially as a secretary and then worked for five years as the Personnel Manager. Duties included all aspects of, but not limited to: hiring, benefits, EEOC, PR, and managerial aspects of the Personnel Department.

 

1999 - 2007: Newark Center for Creative Learning, 401 Phillips Ave., Newark, DE. Worked as a part-time teacher two days a week and served as the Administrator of the school the other days of the week. Taught 1-8th grade students as well as closely worked with staff, community members, parents, and the general administrative duties associated with running a small private school.

 

2008-2009: The Greater Las Cruces Chamber of Commerce.  Started as an Account Executive and filled in as Administrative Assistant when that position became vacant.  Was hired full-time a week later.  Assist Office Manager as well as am responsible for office duties.

 

Award

2010 - Paula was awarded the Peace Makers Among Us honor by Pacem in Terris for her work at the Newark Center for Creative Learning. Pacem in Terris is a non-profit organization that strives to facilitate activities that promote peace and justice throughout the world.

 

Hobbies

Reading, cooking, supporting Monarch butterflies and the people associated with them through Monarch Teacher Network

 

Academy comments

Paula has several characteristics that make her a fabulous member of the Las Cruces Academy family; she has a rich background based on growing up and living in several other countries, learning their languages and coming to understand and appreciate their cultures.  She is energetic, devoted to teaching, and supportive and understanding with young students.  In addition she has many years of experience in administration of a small private school, the Newark Center for Creative Learning, that is similar to the Las Cruces Academy.  This experience is invaluable in helping develop and nourish the growth of the Academy.