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I am Julianna N. Porche, a seasoned trainer and public speaker with extensive experience delivering Medicaid policy training and adult education programs. I design engaging seminars, webinars, and hands-on classes, translating complex guidelines into clear actions for staff across state agencies. I am proficient with Microsoft Office and thrive in collaborative, results-driven environments.
Beyond training, I write, photograph, and produce content across multiple platforms. I lead with integrity, mentor others through Toastmasters leadership roles, and enjoy helping people grow—whether through education, storytelling, or community service.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Policy Training Coordinator at UNOLafayette
April 1, 2024 - PresentConducts Long Term Care and General Medicaid policy training with hands-on classroom experience for the Medicaid and Application Center staff through seminars and classes pertaining to Medicaid policies and procedures. Develops and trains seminars and online courses; presents special topics as requested by State officials; maintains training materials reflecting current policy; secures venues and handles setup/teardown; travel as needed.
Learner Facilitator at South Louisiana Community College
September 1, 2022 - April 1, 2023Developed and implemented lessons and plans for Adult Education learners to help obtain a High School Equivalency Diploma using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, video, and internet tools. Communicated progress and next steps with students and families; specialized in youth; assisted with post-graduation plans and ceremony logistics; fostered strong relationships with graduates.
Customer Support Agent/Fraud at Waitr Inc/ Bitesquad
May 1, 2021 - September 1, 2023Provided customer service via telephone, email, and chat; supported diners, restaurants, and drivers; coordinated with dispatchers and partner teams; flagged and investigated fraudulent activity on orders and accounts; contributed to additional projects as needed.
Delivery Driver at Waitr/Grubhub/Uber Eats/Door Dash/Instacart
December 1, 2020 - April 1, 2024Delivered food and items to customers promptly; ensured orders were complete; built rapport with restaurant staff and customers; mentored new drivers.
Life Insurance Agent at Senior Life Insurance Company
March 1, 2020 - March 1, 2021Licensed insurance agent; followed leads through door-to-door and phone; assisted clients and families aged 0-85 in understanding life and burial insurance.
Adjunct Instructor at South Louisiana Community College
January 1, 2018 - February 1, 2020Planned, implemented, monitored, and assessed students to help obtain a High School Equivalency Diploma; assisted in post-graduation plans and ceremony logistics.
Adult Education Instructor at Goodwill Industries of Acadiana
July 1, 2011 - July 1, 2018Planned and delivered instruction to high school age to adult students for HSE; created educational videos and PowerPoint presentations; supported job preparation and connections.
Teacher, Elementary at Lafayette Parish School Board
April 1, 2005 - July 1, 2011Implemented curriculum-based instruction; adapted curriculum for students with special needs; produced end-of-year media and yearbook contributions.
Photographer at Olan Mills
October 1, 2004 - June 1, 2005Photographed and sold portraits in a studio setting.
Producer/Director at Comcast Broadcasting
September 1, 2002 - September 1, 2004Produced, directed, and edited cable talk shows; managed camera and audio for remote shoots; created ads for public access television.
Video Editor at KTEN
September 1, 2001 - June 1, 2002Wrote, produced, edited, and aired video for daily newscasts; created promotional videos.
Video Editor / Master Control Operator / Director at KLFY
April 1, 2001 - September 1, 2001Directed weekend newscasts and edited video for weekly newscasts.
Video Editor / Asst. Assignment Editor at KATC
November 1, 1999 - April 1, 2001Wrote and edited videos for morning and evening newscasts; assigned news stories to reporters and anchors.
Disc Jockey / Board Operator at Various radio stations
October 1, 1996 - January 1, 1999On-air talent; broadcast and ran remote events.
Education
Leadership Academy at SCS CPTP Leadership Academy
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026Teaching Certification: Grades 1-12 at The University of Louisiana at Lafayette
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2008Bachelor of Arts: Journalism Broadcast at Northwestern State University of Louisiana
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998Qualifications
Toastmasters Humorous Champion
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026Enumerator for U.S. Census 2020
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Toastmasters – President, Lafayette Toastmasters #2678
June 1, 2021 - June 1, 2022Toastmasters – Vice President Membership, Lafayette Toastmasters
June 1, 2020 - June 1, 2022Toastmasters – Vice President Membership, Evangeline Toastmasters
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2023Toastmasters – President, Slightly Advanced Toastmasters
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2023Published Author (children's book and short stories)
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Government, Professional Services
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
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