Brie Smith Email & Phone Number

Memphis, Tennessee, United States

As a Talent Coordinator for Choose901 Alumni, I play a crucial role in fostering the career growth and professional development of our alumni network. My responsibilities include managing alumni data, coordinating professional development resources, and aligning job and internship opportunities with alumni career goals. I collaborate closely with Alumni Coordinators, the Programs Director, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of initiatives that support our alumni’s success.My role involves conducting personalized career consultations, hosting workshops, and curating professional resources. I also oversee the recruitment and management of part-time Alumni Coordinators, ensuring they are equipped to provide excellent support to our alumni community. Additionally, I actively participate in networking events and strategic partnerships to expand opportunities for Choose901 Alumni in the Memphis market.

United States

-Organizes and executes a comprehensive career day event, collaborating with local stakeholders to provide interactive workshops and networking opportunities, fostering students' exploration of diverse career paths and enhancing their understanding of post-secondary options.-Manages and counsels 90 students over the course of 10 months based on the results of individual needs assessments, in which KPIs were developed and used to measure, control, and benchmark student success-Designs and delivers tailored learning experiences to guide 11th-grade students through college preparation, including aptitude and interest assessments, college selection, and personal statement crafting, resulting in a 91% increase in college readiness rates.-Implements numerous education technology software to support individual student growth and achievement.-Responds to data in order to drive improvements in individual student success.

Memphis, Tennessee, United States

-Applied tailored instructional techniques to meet the varied learning requirements within a high-risk student demographic, cultivating an inclusive learning atmosphere conducive to academic progress and achievement. This approach led to an 80% mastery rate on end-of-course state tests for two consecutive years.-Utilized culturally sensitive teaching methodologies to actively involve learners from diverse backgrounds, integrating pertinent literature, interactive discussions, and experiential activities that resonated with their individual experiences. This fostered critical thinking, empathy, and cultural awareness among participants, enhancing the overall learning experience.-Developed specialized curricula and designed learning materials for a variety of delivery systems.-Initiated consistent and open communication through verbal and written means with individuals, small groups, and larger audiences at all levels of the organization.-Enacted exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to deal effectively with obstacles in order to progress and maintain program momentum.

Memphis, Tennessee, United States

-Spearheaded individualized academic support and guidance initiatives, leveraging expertise as a Training Specialist to facilitate students' transition to virtual learning environments, resulting in significant improvements in reading levels.-Developed and implemented customized curricula tailored to meet the unique learning needs of each learner, effectively driving measurable academic progress and achievement across the board.-Established and maintained proactive communication channels with parents/guardians, fostering ongoing collaboration and ensuring alignment of support strategies with student progress and goals.-Managed all aspects of project delivery, including resource allocation, scheduling, and stakeholder coordination, to ensure the successful execution of educational initiatives and the attainment of project objectives.

Memphis, Tennessee

-Collaborated with lead teacher to develop and implement comprehensive phonics curriculum aligned with state standards, fostering early literacy development among first-grade students.-Utilized multi-sensory instructional strategies to engage students in phonemic awareness activities, including sound-symbol correspondence, blending, segmenting, and decoding.-Facilitated small group instruction to differentiate phonics lessons based on individual student needs, providing targeted interventions and enrichment activities to support literacy growth.-Integrated technology tools and interactive resources to enhance phonics instruction, including educational apps, digital games, and online reading programs.-Created and implemented phonics assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional planning, utilizing data-driven strategies to modify instruction and support student mastery.-Collaborated with colleagues to analyze student data, identify trends, and implement targeted interventions to support struggling readers and English language learners in phonics acquisition.-Established a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that celebrated diversity and encouraged risk-taking in phonics instruction, fostering a love of reading and language exploration among students.-Communicated regularly with parents and caregivers to provide updates on phonics instruction, share strategies for supporting literacy development at home, and collaborate on individualized reading goals for students.-Actively participated in professional development opportunities to deepen understanding of best practices in phonics instruction, staying abreast of research-based strategies and pedagogical approaches to support student success.

Greenville, South Carolina Area

-Facilitated seamless coordination and communication among students, parents, and employers, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction throughout project life cycles.-Maintained meticulous financial database records, tracking project budgets and expenditures with precision to support effective resource allocation and financial management.-Provided essential support to career counselors on various initiatives aimed at fostering employer and student engagement, contributing to the successful execution of project objectives.-Led the planning and execution of a networking event for 150 minority students and employers in the Upstate of South Carolina, overseeing logistics, stakeholder management, and event coordination to ensure its success.

Greenville, South Carolina Area

-Maintaining office operations by receiving and distributing communications-Maintaining supplies and equipment-Picking-up and delivering items across departments-Exhibiting customer service skills when interacting with students and parents

Master Of Arts - Ma, Education

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Education