About North Star Vocational
Dedicated to preparing people for employment and workplace success — from getting the job to keeping the job.
Your Partner in Employment Success
For over two decades, I've had the privilege of helping people prepare for, land, and keep meaningful jobs.
With a Master's of Science Degree and 22 years of professional experience in vocational and workforce development, I've worked with people across a wide spectrum of needs — from first-time job seekers to professionals working toward advancement. Bilingual services are available in English and Spanish to better serve our diverse community.
My approach is grounded in a simple belief: employment success comes from practical, teachable skills — communication, professionalism, self-advocacy, and job readiness. My role is to help you build those skills and put them to work.
Master's of Science Degree
22 years of dedicated experience in job readiness training and workplace success coaching. Bilingual services in English & Spanish.
Professional Experience
My career has been dedicated to helping people overcome employment barriers and build lasting workplace success.
Job Readiness Training
22 years helping individuals navigate job searches, overcome employment barriers, and land work that fits their abilities and interests.
Diverse Populations
Experience working with individuals across a wide spectrum of disabilities and challenges, developing tailored approaches for each unique situation.
Comprehensive Assessment
Skilled in conducting thorough assessments to understand each person's strengths, interests, values, and best-fit job goals.
Workplace Success Coaching
Extensive experience helping people build the communication, professionalism, and self-advocacy skills that keep them employed and growing.
My Approach
I believe in meeting you where you are and building from your strengths.
Goal-Driven
Your job goals guide our work together. Understanding what you want helps us focus training on the skills that matter most.
Strengths-Focused
Rather than dwelling on limitations, we identify and build upon your unique strengths and abilities to create sustainable employment success.
Practical Strategies
Every session includes actionable skills you can use on your very next application, interview, or shift.
Accountability
I provide the structure and support you need to follow through on your job search and stay on track once you're hired.
Safe Environment
Our conversations are completely confidential, creating a safe space where you can practice skills and work through challenges openly.
Whole-Person View
Getting hired and keeping a job are interconnected. I consider your whole situation to develop solutions that actually stick.
Our Program Philosophy
"Everyone deserves the opportunity to build the skills that lead to real work, real independence, and real confidence. My job is to help you see what's possible and support you every step from getting the job to keeping it."
Our program is built on a deep belief in each person's potential and a commitment to practical, results-oriented training.
- Strengths-based — We build on what's already working
- Practical skills — Every session includes actionable steps
- Accountability — Structured support to maintain momentum
- Personalized guidance — Tailored to your unique situation
Let's Work Together
Whether you're job searching, starting a new role, or working to grow in your current job, I'm here to help you succeed.
(860) 394-5340