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Chicago, Illinois, United States

Mile Square is currently the only Federally Qualified Health Center in the University Network. The center serves 55 of 77 communities in the Greater Chicago area, providing high quality health care to all. Regardless of ability to pay.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Implemented the organization's existing strategic plan which calls for program expansion, income diversification and program quality improvement across behavioral intervention programs and TCScholars Preschool.Directed positive parent training, inclusive behavioral classrooms and support services within home, school and community.Oversaw fundraising/development strategy to successfully increase revenue and individual donations.Directly managed an Executive Team of 3 Senior Employees while overseeing an additional staff of 15 employees and 15 graduate and undergraduate interns.Ensured HR standards & compliance with government regulations in conjunction with DFSS.Acted as the “face” of Tuesday’s Child, implementing the organization's primary business-to-business marketing strategy towards potential referral sources and partnership.Managed the organization’s finances to ensure financial accountability and sustainability.Provided the Board of Directors necessary financial updates, documents, and analysis of the organization’s financial health.Ensured continued client growth and maintain a diverse socio-economic client base.Ensured licensing standards & compliance within government regulations.

Greater Chicago Area

Created an arts infused culture of achievement and respect where high expectations and results are the norm. Reduced suspensions using Multi-Tiered Systems of Support by 85%. Ensured timely continuous use of assessment data for decision making and differentiated programming. Managed teaching staff, including professional development, staff communication, curriculum development, staff observations, scheduling and program decisions. Served as instructional leader, collaborating closely with the Assistant Principal, Case Manager and Social Workers to determine and implement social emotional professional development goals. Established and maintained community partnerships and relationships (arts partners, educational and child advocacy groups, business partners, media) to support the success of a diverse student population through volunteers and additional resources. Communicated respectfully and thoughtfully with parent and guardians remaining sensitive to diverse families, cultures, values and needs.

Catalyst Howland is guided by a Lasallian mission of providing college preparatory and values based education that allow scholars to thrive in their academic and social-emotional growth. Developed and supported the effective implementation of school-wide discipline and cultural systems as outlined in the Catalyst Howland Charter School Scholar and Family Handbook. Served as classroom management coach and facilitator of best practices. Created action plans for staff to ensure quality performance. Managed internal and external compliance requirements for attendance and discipline.

Chicago, Il

Developed and supported the effective implementation of school-wide discipline and cultural systems as outlined in the Catalyst Howland Charter School Scholar and Family Handbook. Served as classroom management coach and facilitator of best practices. Created action plans for staff to ensure quality performance. Managed internal and external compliance requirements for attendance and discipline.

Waukegan, Il

Developed and monitored universal implementation of the School Improvement Plan. Facilitated long-term curriculum review and textbook adoptions. Collected and evaluated assessment data in relations to curricular areas and learning teams. Participated in “walk-through” evaluation of teaching staff. Assisted the Principal in the evaluation of 9 Academic Chairs. Developed and managed professional development in conjunction with new teacher and peer coaching programs. Consulted with school social workers, teachers, parents, and scholars to assess needs and develop plans to correct challenging scholar behavior.

Washington, Dc

Managed the professional development office by providing training and staff development for staff members at all levels and in all employee groups in conjunction with the Center for Workforce Development. Assisted SEA charter schools in the development of training programs that incorporated standards, curriculum and assessment including statewide systems of support. Developed and monitored a 4 million dollar budget to ensure that funds were not overspent and within guidance of the law. Directed the Mentoring and Induction Program, Student Teaching and Counseling Intern Program and National Board Certification for 25-400 team members.

Doctor Of Education (Ed.D.), Educational Leadership And Administration, General

Master'S Degree, Early Childhood Education And Teaching

Bachelor'S Degree, Social Work - Child Welfare