ABOUT ME
Energetic and charismatic leader with over seven years full-time teaching experience including planning, preparing, presenting, and evaluating instruction for children with and without special needs from elementary to high school grades. Over six years of experience in the flawless coordination of streamlined programs, events and services. Strong background in case management and customer service and the ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders. Confident with public speaking. Spoken at numerous and various events. Proven ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and provide service excellence. Demonstrates sound work ethics. Self-motivation, initiative with a high level of energy. Able to inspire, comfort, build self-esteem. Excellent communication skills. Ability to listen to students. Stress and time management ability. Three years experience serving as mentor middle school-aged girls. One year serving as a mentor to college-aged students. Close to two exciting and meaningful years being a Student Success Coach on the collegiate level to first-generation college students. Ability to work independently and to solve problems proactively. Outstanding interpersonal skills and passion for leading and mentoring in a team environment.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Superior Organization & Time Management Skills • Detail Oriented • Customer Service Enthusiast • Flexibility • Strong Written & Oral Communicator • Problem Solver and Decision Maker • Results Driven • Project Management • Strong Interpersonal Skills • Multi-Tasker • Relationship Builder • Social Media • Event Operations Execution • Microsoft Suite Proficient • Banner • Global Mindset
EDUCATION
Coppin State University, Baltimore, MD – Applied Psychology, Bachelor’s Degree, BS, 2004
Superior Organization & Time Management Skills • Detail Oriented • Customer Service Enthusiast • Flexibility • Strong Written & Oral Communicator • Problem Solver and Decision Maker • Results Driven • Project Management • Strong Interpersonal Skills • Multi-Tasker • Relationship Builder • Social Media • Event Operations Execution • Microsoft Suite Proficient • Banner • Global Mindset
EDUCATION
Coppin State University, Baltimore, MD – Applied Psychology, Bachelor’s Degree, BS, 2004
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JOB EXPERIENCE
Wallace Community College – Workforce Development Programs Assistant, Dothan, AL June 2021 – Current
Supervisor: Kecia Forehand (334-556-2219)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Supervisor: Kecia Forehand (334-556-2219)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
- Serve as the point-of-contact for the daily facilitation of programs/courses for the Workforce Development Division
- Coordinate implementation of new courses that benefit business and the community at large
- Develop effective working relationships with employers and maintain regular contact in order to monitor employment satisfaction
- Assist in developing program marketing materials including brochures and other methods to advertise program services
- Market all programs to businesses and community-based organizations
- Prepare materials for and support completion of monthly reports as requested
- Gather, analyze and process program data
- Create, maintain and or supervise an effective filing system to support programs and client relations
- Participate in professional development through appropriate conferences, workshops, seminars or webinars
- Provide input to Workforce Development Coordinator and Director and make recommendations for improvements to programs and the department
Lurleen B. Wallace Community College – Student Success Coach, Andalusia, AL March 2020 – June 2021
Supervisor: Mary Ann Hudson (334-493-5314)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Supervisor: Mary Ann Hudson (334-493-5314)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
- Develop and implement regular schedules for participating students to help them develop personal responsibilities and achievement plans
- Develop and make presentations regarding coaching services for student orientation sessions
- Participate in professional development training
- Promote student leadership and enrichment experiences available through the College
- Facilitate employability skills or university transfer workshops for students
- Develop a personal, collaborative relationship with the assigned students and provide individualized guidance and ongoing feedback
- Assess student needs and connect them to existing college resources; identify resources to enhance both academic success and personal development
- Encourage students to achieve self-awareness and identify their strengths, values and interests
- Assist students in honing time management skills to better utilize time, prioritize commitments, and deadlines
- Evaluate and document student academic participation and progress
- Develop and maintain working relationships with faculty, staff, and community partners to promote student success
Wiregrass Christian Academy –Teacher, Pre-K Teacher, Physical Education and Library Enterprise, AL November 2017 – March 2020
Supervisor: Sandra Turner (334-393-8972)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Supervisor: Sandra Turner (334-393-8972)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
- Using the Beka Curriculum: responsible for teaching various subjects such as reading, vocabulary, math, science, and arts
- Disciplining students, reporting to parents, giving assignments and tests
- Oversees the emotional and social development of children
- Organize games and challenges that promote physical activity among children and young adults from kindergarten to sixth grade
- Develop motor skills and physical development among younger children and proper exercise and eating habits among older children
- Supervise volunteers, and student assistants
- Ensure that students and staff are effective users of ideas and information.
- Foster a love of learning and reading in each student
- Using the A Beka Curriculum: instructs preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote social, physical and intellectual growth needed for primary school in preschool
- Uses one on one group instruction to develop academic and social skills
- Uses activities like games and songs to help children develop skills in areas such as language and math
Enterprise Parks and Recreation Department (summer job) – Youth Learning Center Supervisor, Enterprise, AL May 2017 – July 2019
Supervisor: Billy Powell (334-348-2686)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Supervisor: Billy Powell (334-348-2686)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
- Assists with hiring, training, supervising, scheduling and evaluating part-time and seasonal personnel
- Assists with scheduling of the recreation facilities for community use
- Evaluates participant needs and coordinates activities to develop and improve these areas
- Discusses participant behavior with parents and answer parent questions
- Sets up Youth Learning Center for scheduled events
- Maintains inventory of supplies at Youth Learning Center
- Supervises summer camp staff and carries out disciplinary actions accordingly
- Coordinates meal programs with the City of Enterprise school system
- Coordinates daily activities and programs of the summer camp
- Reviews and updates summer camp handbook as needed
- Creates and maintain participant files complete with permission trip forms, medical information and other personal information
Back on My Feet Baltimore – Program Director, Baltimore, MD January 2010 – March 2016 Supervisor: Jackie Range (410-675-7500)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
- Directed and executed BoMF Baltimore’s Program (city-wide, ages 18+), including individual goal plans with each Member, organizing financial literacy and job readiness workforce development courses. Referred Members to external services
- Case management and record keeping in Salesforce/Monitor and analyze monthly member assessment information/accurately reported on any additional quantitative or qualitative assessments pertaining to program impact
- Met monthly and annual chapter goals for Members obtaining employment, gaining housing, and enrolling in relevant education and/or job training; served and assisted in helping over 550 Members, 200 Members found employment, 134 Members got into education programs and 79 Members found housing
- Managed $15,000 program budget/ managed the local BoMF financial aid program
- Submitted monthly and quarterly status reporting on budget/financials and programmatic goals to Headquarters, Executive Director, Local Advisory Board and stakeholders
- Managed the recruitment and retention of members and volunteers to ensure sufficient participation on each team
- Developed presentation materials to the Executive Director, Local Advisory Board and stakeholders
- Developed, organized, participated in campaigns to get the community involved in prevention of homelessness and prevention of overdose
- Managed Program staff and interns
- Managing running teams comprised of members and volunteers
- Conducting outreach and new member intake orientations as well as joining the Next Steps program including one-on-one and group sessions with members to determine goals based from our intake procedure
- Monitoring and analyzing monthly assessment information – retention rate of residential members
- Actively working to meet monthly placement goals related to: employment, housing, job training, and financial aid
- Established Member goal plans and, based on these, connect Members with appropriate services (substance abuse counseling, mental health services, etc.), skills/training classes, employment opportunities and housing options
- Inventory management and ordering of program equipment and materials
Kennedy Krieger High School – Library Media Assistant (+Academic), Baltimore, MD August 2007 – January 2010
School based programs for children and adolescents with learning disabilities (special needs), as well as disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and musculoskeletal system
Supervisor: Patrick Seay (443-923-9100)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
School based programs for children and adolescents with learning disabilities (special needs), as well as disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and musculoskeletal system
Supervisor: Patrick Seay (443-923-9100)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
- Lend and collected books, periodicals, videotapes, and other materials at circulation desks
- Entered and updated patrons' records on computers.
- Processed new materials including books, audiovisual materials, and computer software
- Sorted books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and returned them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas
- Located library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures
- Instructed patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs, and automated information systems.
- Conducted class library schedules
- Trained volunteers, staff, and new library assistants in circulation procedures
Stewart Street Elementary School – Combination Elementary School Teacher, Quincy, FL August 2006 – April 2007
Combination Elementary School Teacher
Supervisor: Lisa Robinson (850-627-3145)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Combination Elementary School Teacher
Supervisor: Lisa Robinson (850-627-3145)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
- Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
Kennedy Krieger High School – Teacher, Baltimore, MD February 2001 –August 2006
Supervisor: Brooke Shivers (443-923-9100)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Supervisor: Brooke Shivers (443-923-9100)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
- Applied and prepared program as outlined in the Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) of each student, adapting instruction to differing academic, medical, developmental, and technological needs of the students
- Designed and implemented relevant instruction for students with multiple disabilities
- Supervise paraprofessional staff
- Maintained positive communication in a professional demeanor with parents/guardians, agency representatives, administration, ACT Office and colleagues regarding student progress and concerns as needed
- Maintain documentation of all contacts. Provided supervision (daily instruction), in cooperation with administrative staff, to all paraprofessionals assigned to class duty
- Designed and implemented behavioral protocols/assignments for all students during instructional and non-instructional times. Utilize instructional and non-instructional times in a professional manner
- Implemented technology in instructional design and delivery in accordance with the National Technology Standards for Students and Performance Indicators for Students PreK-12
- Served as a positive role model for the students by engaging in activities productively and in support of accepted societal norms and values
- Guided students’ social conduct and interactions with peers and adults/Used appropriate Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
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