Kaitlyn Leaf Email & Phone Number

Asheville, Nc, Us

- Develops, implements and monitors the organization's services to its member constituencies and the communities it serves- Participates in designing and implementing program evaluations through membership surveys, analyzes results and makes recommendations for program enhancements or new programs and services- Provides experienced analytical and administrative support to programs/projects- Role may include updating project/program management models and forecasts, and researching/analyzing program management matters- Monitors performance and provides inputs on changes- Creates, develops, builds, drafts, and/or finalizes work independently

Washington D.C. Metro Area

- Transition Audience Engagement unit's in-person programming to virtual experiences - Launch and manage See Me @ NMAAHC: programs for people with dementia and their care partners- Create content-based activities that promote participation, inquiry, and person-to-person exchange for multi-generational audiences- Train and manage part-time Audience Engagement program facilitator- Design learning objectives and advocate for accessibility while serving as lead educator on 20-person project team with NMAAHC and Google staff to create 3-D interactive kiosk- Serve as Interim Internship and Fellowship Coordinator from February 2018- May 2019- Collaborate with museum’s Advancement Department to secure $250,000 in grant funding- Manage two government contracts as a Contract Technical Representative (COTR)- Assist with the hiring and training of new Intern and Fellowship Coordinator- Design and conduct program evaluations, coordinating with Smithsonian Office of Audience Research

- Manage all aspects of the museum's Internship Program- Implement a more efficient applicant review- Supervise volunteer groups- Develop and implement participatory training sessions for volunteers- Design interactive online learning courses on Moodle- Develop educational iBooks about departmental initiatives- Design infographics for department - Compile and manage content for website - Utilize a variety of systems to track and onboard 50+ interns and fellows per year - Supervise volunteers during Grand Opening including docents, program and visitor services: 200+ volunteers- Create interactive and participatory training sessions for volunteers around Grand Opening initiatives

Washington D.C. Metro Area

-Map and oversee content creation for all social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, Tumblr, Vine)-Manage and edit content calendar -Conduct training sessions for staff on using social media and digital technology-Design and develop educational iBooks about departmental initiatives-Oversee NMAAHC Digital Volunteers-Develop ways to implement social media throughout museum exhibitions

Dc Metro Area

- Schedule and implement NMAAHC Save Our African American Treasures: Mission Preservation teaching 3-8 grade students about primary sources, artifacts and conservation using a hands-on approach-Provide content, activities and support to teach preservation of objects, oral histories, and discuss issues of race-Demonstrate ways educators can use historic preservation across disciplines-Assist in the development and implementation of videoconference programs

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

- Curate content and develop strategy to build community and equity for BIPOC people in wellness spaces- Track and integrate analytics into social media strategy- Collaborate with media team to promote studio events- Receive Teacher Certification from Embrace Yoga in July 2020

Washington D.C. Metro Area

-Manage groups of 8 to 10 “recruits” ages 10-13 as they cycle through workshops, mini-lectures, and missions both inside and outside the Museum.-Assist with registration, workshop set-up and clean up as support duties to ensure that the programs run smoothly.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

-Facilitate activities at public programs, including art projects and other hands-on activities. -Lead guided tours and art workshops for Girl Scouts, school groups, and other youth groups.-Support program presenters at adult programs, family programs, and festivals. -Prepare program materials, including setup and cleanup for public programs.-Support other Interpretation departments if needed, at the discretion of the Adult and Youth Audiences Managers.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

- Design and teach a total of 14 hands-on textile art related activities at two Boys and Girls Clubs locations (7 at each) for students ranging from 8 to 13 years of age- Research and purchase art supplies for each hands-on art lesson and final exhibitions- Coordinate a field trip for each club to an embassy - Record pre and post-lesson evaluations, weekly attendance and lesson outcomes to be compiled in a final report to the Museum, Boys and Girls Club, and funders

Washington D.C. Metro Area

-Research 70+ images for AAM publication Art & Energy-Secure permission and photo rights for use in print and e-book

Washington D.C. Metro Area

-Coordinate participant arrival and departure for overnight stays and assist with tent set up and take down-Chaperone participants and assist Zoo keeper staff with behind-the-scenes tours-Lead flashlight group tours and manage group activities like games and scavenger hunts

Alexandria, Virginia

-Develop, write and implement programming specifically for Girl Scouts. The "Scribe:Writing Through the Ages" program will be facilitated in April. At the program's conclusion, the girls will earn their badge-Design and write 2+ interpretive plans for the week-long Camp Carlyle: Journey to the Past-Maintain and organize the schedule of 70+ docents-Act as the point of contact for Carlyle House when scheduling and confirming school programs as well as ensure Museum Teachers are scheduled for each school program -Prepare and implement a Museum Teacher training session-Assist in handling 18th century objects as necessary-Lead school tours through the historic home, providing rich historical context and hands-on learning opportunities

Athens, Georgia Area

-Charge and discharge loan materials for patrons in largest research library in the Southeastern Conference.-Assist faculty in preparing academic materials for loan to students.-Provide research assistance to patrons seeking materials on subjects relevant to their interests.-Assist reserve desk and circulation office as necessary.

-Handle financial transactions, issue receipts, credits and change due to customers-Facilitate communication among management team by answering phone calls, transferring calls and responding to emails-Collect, compile and enter data into programs concerning essential Dining Common supplies

-Serve as an ambassador to the public and project a positive image of the museum.-Guide visitors through the museum by leading educational tours. -Promote a dialogue about art within an encouraging atmosphere and interact with patrons.-Attend weekly student docent meetings and integrate the new knowledge into my tours. -Lead educational tours for a variety of groups with varying ages.-Create gallery guides and other educational materials for visitors to the museum.-Assist and guide visitors during special events such as Family Day and film screenings.

Mat, Museum Education

Activities and Societies: MESA- Museum Education Student Association

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), History & Anthropology