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Flossmoor, Il, Us

Chicago, Il, Us

• Serve as the primary liaison for all parties involved in the Illinois Developmental Education Equity in Action (IDEEA) initiative.• Provide consultation and technical assistance to 17 Illinois colleges and universities on developmental education reform, equity, and student support.• Support and assist colleges and universities in implementing multiple measures for placement, scaling co-requisite support models, and improving data collection and transparency in developmental education reform.• Collaborate with the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) and the Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE) on DERA legislation and implementation at colleges and universities.• Organize and conduct meetings essential to the day-to-day operation of the initiative.• Recruit teaching staff and stakeholders from higher education institutions for the Statewide Advisory Committee.• Take charge of the planning, creation, and execution of quarterly meetings of the Statewide Advisory Committee.• Develop and manage both virtual and in-person events associated with the IDEEA initiative.• Supervise internal data gathering, analysis, and reporting for the initiative, seeking guidance as necessary.• Oversee the collaboration with an external research partner to evaluate and gauge the impact of the initiative.

Chicago, Il, Us

• Increased the retention and persistence rates of Rise students by 20% compared to the previous year, achieved through proactive engagement and ongoing support initiatives, including workshops, programs, personalized advising, and regular meetings throughout the academic year.• Led the coordination of academically focused outreach initiatives aimed at bolstering access and fostering student success, with a specific focus on supporting at-risk and underrepresented populations.• Trained and monitored faculty members who facilitate college level summer courses for new Rise Academy students.• Provided direct oversight of the Rise Academy, which encompassed the management of its transition bridge program, year-round support program, and various cultural and social cohort activities. This involved designing and executing tailored, academically driven outreach endeavors geared towards assisting the transition of traditionally underrepresented students, including those from economically and/or educationally disadvantaged backgrounds.• Tracked the academic and personal advancement of participants throughout their enrollment at the University.• Collaborated with Enrollment Management, Financial Aid, and IT departments to ensure the provision of necessary services for the effective operation of the Rise Academy, including orientation sessions, informational workshops, scholarship applications, and access to technology resources.• Instructed the Freshman Seminar 1500 course.• Coordinated closely with academic advisors to evaluate support requirements and worked collaboratively with departments both within and outside of Academic and Student Affairs to address student concerns including facilitating referrals to campus or community-based services, Financial Aid, Counseling, and various academic departments.• Designed and implemented mentoring programs aimed at providing students with social, emotional, and academic support to facilitate their holistic development.

Hammond, In, Us

• Achieved a 25% increase in both participant numbers and engagement levels compared to the previous year by employing proactive outreach strategies, cultivating meaningful relationships, and implementing targeted communication efforts.• Established the overarching vision and direction for the ETS program, overseeing the administration of the grant.• Took responsibility for implementing the stipulations outlined in the ETS Grant, ensuring the attainment of program objectives, adherence to federal guidelines, sound fiscal management, staff recruitment and oversight, and active promotion of the program within the campus and local community.• Provided comprehensive leadership for the day-to-day operations of ETS to ensure participant engagement with services and the effective delivery of services tailored to participant needs, ultimately aligning with program goals and objectives.• Conducted regular monitoring of grant activities to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and guidelines.• Cultivated partnerships with other student support offices on campus to explore collaborative opportunities aimed at enhancing services for Educational Talent Search participants.• Served as the fiscal officer of the grant, with responsibilities including authorization of operational transactions such as p-card transactions, Direct Invoice Vouchers, requisitions, travel authorizations, and reimbursements.• Formulated the annual grant budget and carried out monthly reconciliations for the Office of Sponsored Programs.• Assessed project performance using both qualitative and quantitative metrics.• Prepared the annual performance report for submission to the Department of Education.• Engaged in community and campus outreach activities to promote awareness of the ETS program and its services.

Chicago, Il, Us

• Led the development and implementation of the agency-wide Positive Youth Development initiative, overseeing comprehensive training for all staff and senior leadership.• Recruited, trained, and provided guidance to the Youth Advisory Board, contributing to the formulation of policies and procedures.• Facilitated leadership training sessions for staff members in leadership roles and emerging leaders within the agency.• Established gender-based mentoring groups at multiple schools in the Chicagoland area.• Coordinated life skills and financial literacy classes for youth under care across Cook County.• Managed all facets of trauma-informed youth development and youth involvement programs.• Developed and monitored departmental budgets as well as budgets for grant proposals.• Recruited professionals to volunteer as mentors and organize exposure outings for program participants, while also coordinating college and career readiness workshops.• Arranged counseling services for participants and their families upon indication of need.• Designed and executed exposure outings and recreational activities for all program participants.• Coordinated annual media events associated with UCAN’s Teen Gun Survey and UCAN’s Teen Report Card.• Ensured compliance with all contract requirements and served as a liaison for youth development programs.

Chicago, Il, Us

• Conducted weekly modules with students aimed at cultivating five essential professional competencies: operational management, problem-solving, teamwork, networking and communication, and self-driven leadership.• Offered guidance and constructive feedback to students on discussion materials, projects, and various assignments.• Supported students in establishing meaningful networks, identifying inherent leadership qualities, and nurturing positive attributes essential for success in the professional arena.

Phoenix, Az, Us

• Managed SPM 220—Sports Ethics within an asynchronous online learning environment, designing lesson plans to achieve course objectives integrating discussions and real-world experiences or events.• Offered support and feedback to students on discussion materials, projects, and additional assignments.• Fostered robust class discussions by introducing case studies, scenarios, or contemporary news topics that encourage students to consider perspectives beyond their own.

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

• Oversaw all operational facets of a 50-site state alliance, managing a budget of $5.4 million.• Offered consultation, support, technical assistance, and training to Illinois Clubs statewide.• Coordinated the Illinois Youth of the Year Competition, involving youth from 26 clubs competing to progress to regional and national competitions, coupled with college fairs at each event.• Reviewed grant proposals and submissions from all Illinois clubs, providing funding recommendations.• Conducted both scheduled and unscheduled site visits to assess program efficacy and ensure compliance with requirements.• Analyzed data from Clubs and generated reports for the Illinois Alliance and the Illinois Department of Human Services.• Developed data presentations for the Illinois Department of Human Services and the Illinois State Alliance.

Denver, Co, Us

• Assisted students in recognizing their individual learning styles and devised personalized success strategies accordingly.• Formulated tailored plans with students facing academic challenges, offering guidance and support for coursework and achieving a healthy work-school-life balance.• Designed comprehensive lesson plans to meet course objectives, integrating lectures, discussions, and activities tailored to accommodate diverse learning styles.• Taught classes such as Project & Stress Management, Communications, Human Relations, Public Speaking, etc.• Integrated real-world events into discussions to illustrate the relevance of course content to societal and job market trends.• Developed and administered quizzes and tests to gauge student progress and assess course delivery effectiveness.• Conducted one-on-one meetings with students to review their progress and address any areas of difficulty.

• Oversaw all operational aspects for 5 facilities and 18 parks, managing a 40-person staff and a $1.7 million budget, reporting directly to the Park District Board of Commissioners.• Developed strategic initiatives for the organization and cascaded them down to the departmental level, including three-year initiatives and an annual work plan.• Implemented robust fiscal management practices by forecasting departmental projections, closely monitoring financial activities, approving expenditures, and prioritizing initiatives.• Designed comprehensive plans for multi-site operations management and established effective controls for monitoring these operations.• Maintained a proactive approach to safety and risk management by implementing and evaluating policies and procedures.• Executed a marketing and advertising campaign to enhance awareness and participation in Park District programs.

Chicago, Illinois, Us

• Successfully recruited and trained 88 high school students to serve as sports instructors for 6-12 year old children in local parks.• Provided supervision to sports instructors and high school apprentices across multiple high schools participating in the Sports37 program.• Oversaw summer employees who completed apprenticeships and joined park day camp programs.• Designed and implemented program components, including fitness criteria, sports activities, and job training.• Evaluated and provided recommendations on requests for proposals from individuals and organizations.• Acted as a liaison between the Chicago Park District, After School Matters, and participating high schools.• Developed budgets for all high school programs and managed apprentice timesheets and payroll processing.

• Orchestrated over 20 statewide events annually and provided tailored technical assistance to each chapter, resulting in a remarkable 70% increase in the number of chapters statewide.• Played a pivotal role in securing a $100,000 grant to support program expansion initiatives.• Oversaw the YouthPeace® Organizer and supervised 15 adult sponsors engaged in the YouthPeace® program.• Designed and delivered curricula for specialized trainings in violence prevention, utilizing interactive presentations tailored for youth, schools, communities, and families.• Fostered collaborations with numerous organizations across Illinois to bolster youth and adult engagement, while establishing productive relationships with community, regional, and statewide youth-serving networks.• Implemented effective strategies to promote youth leadership and activism in violence prevention efforts within schools and communities.

• Provided counseling and support to 60 DCFS clients aged 16-21, addressing issues related to continuing education, independent living, and vocational goals.• Conducted field training sessions for new employees, focusing on home visits, adherence to protocol in the field, safety measures, and emergency procedures.• Successfully identified and secured suitable apartments for clients participating in the independent living program across Chicago.• Achieved a commendable 70% success rate in facilitating client enrollment in educational or vocational pursuits.• Offered crisis intervention services, advocacy support for legal matters, and personalized assistance to clients in need.• Collaborated closely with DCFS to ensure the delivery of high-quality services in compliance with departmental rules and regulations.

Doctor Of Education (Ed.D.), Higher Education/Higher Education Administration

Ms, Kinesiology

Bs, Program Management