Laura Peñaloza

Bilingual Human Resources professional with hands-on experience in recruitment support, HRIS updates, employee records management, onboarding coordination, and training administration. Background in psychology strengthens communication, conflict resolution, and employee relations skills. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to supporting efficient HR operations in fast-paced environments.

LEAD TEACHER 

BRITISH PRIVATE PREP SCHOOL, HOUSTON, TX

Apr 2024 - Present

• Managed classroom scheduling, documentation, and parent communication.

• Tracked developmental progress and maintained accurate records—skills transferable to HR documentation and performance tracking.

• Coordinated daily activities and collaborated with staff in a fast-paced environment.

HUMAN RESOURCES INTERN

IRUPANA ANDEAN ORGANIC FOOD S.A. – BOLIVIA

Apr 2023 – Oct 2023

• Supported intern recruitment through test assessments, screening, and performance evaluations.

• Updated HRIS records and ensured compliance and accuracy in employee files.

• Assisted with the digitization and organization of HR documentation processes.

• Maintained confidential personnel files and supported general HR administrative functions.

ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN – SECRETARY’S DEPARTMENT

IRUPANA ANDEAN ORGANIC FOOD S.A. – BOLIVIA

May 2023 – June 2023

• Coordinated meeting logistics, internal deliveries, and schedules across departments.

• Maintained inventory records and organized visit logs to support operational workflow.

• Performed administrative tasks supporting Treasury, Purchasing, and general office functions.

HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT

RADIO TELEVISIÓN POPULAR (RTP) – BOLIVIA

May 2022 – Feb 2023

• Maintained and digitized employee records, improving document accuracy and retrieval efficiency.

• Coordinated employee trainings and tracked attendance, ensuring timely reporting and documentation.

• Distributed pay stubs and internal communications while maintaining confidentiality.

• Assisted various HR subsystems by responding to employee inquiries and supporting process workflow.

• Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resources – Universidad Privada del Valle (2022–2023)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology – Universidad Católica Boliviana “San Pablo” (2016–2021)