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Indianapolis, In, Us

School Of Education

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

Above All Else, Inc. is a non profit organization which primary goal is to enhance the well-being of all individuals mentally, physically, and spiritually through education and human services.Organization Creation and Development• Handled all necessary paperwork and application for creation of nonprofit organization• Created start up and three year budget for recognition of nonprofit status.• Handpicked and screened all Board of DirectorsGrant Writing• Recipient of the Center for Congregations Youth Ministry Grant Initiative in the amount of $10,000• Recipient of City of Indianapolis Crime Prevention Grant in the amounts of $10,000 and $25,000• Recipient of 2011 Caterpillar, Lafayette, IN sponsorship in the amount of $10,000 Consulting• Advised organizations on program structures, development, and outcomes• Created and maintained business relationships upon completion of projects• Advocated for and referred clients to community resources and prominent organizations.

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

5435 W. Pike Plaza Rd.

Administration• Maintained program expenditures within budgeted parameters• Created contractual documents that governed positive business relationships.• Created electronic database for all youth, 140, who participated in both church programs as well as Before & After Programs and events.• Ensured transportation to and from 16 participating elementary, middle, and charter schools for 105 children.Personnel• Organized and conducted training to ensure meeting of Pathway to Qualities Level 3 standards• Communicated policy and employee procedures to program staff and clients• Properly documented staff and client incidents in regards to safety and health• Managed oppositional behavioral related incidentsProgram Development and Implementation• Created and instituted program disciplinary procedures and guidelines in which youth and parents adhered to• Evaluated programs and created alternative program schedules and exploration environments

Administration• Properly document financial contributions and contractual documents.• Created electronic submission for all clients services and schedulingPersonnel• Communicated policy and employee procedures to program staff and clients• Interviewed, hired, and trained potential employees to meet current business needs and projections.Program Development and Implementation• Created and instituted program procedures and guidelines in which all programs adhered• Evaluated programs and created alternative solutions to current trends• Planned, coordinated and implemented transportation for 15 clients

Administration• Assisted in the development of several United Way budgets• Properly document financial contributions, bills, bank statements, and contractual documents.• Created, managed and updated patron database to document services and clients’ needs.• Effectively handled communication with partnering agencies such as Boys and Girls Club and YWCAPersonnel• Coordinated hiring and scheduling for seasonal staff, including training and implementation• Maintained open communications amongst board, staff, volunteers, and participants• Scheduled staff and volunteers to ensure safe and competent delivery of servicesProgram Development and Implementation• Launched new program targeting unreached population• Evaluated programs and provided feedback to Board, Directors, and participants• Planned, coordinated and implemented seasonal activities for children and their families• Attended various workshops and training seminars on prominent issues such as education and diversity• Created and implemented procedures of properly documenting clients progression and actions required

Purdue University

National Conference of Social Studies

Masters Of Science In Education, Educational Leadership

Master Of Practical Theology, Theology

The Master of Practical Theology (MPTh) acts as a bridge for those who plan to apply for a Doctorate of Ministry (DMIN) but do not.

Bachelors Of Science, Computer Graphics Technology

Activities and Societies: Rho Sigma Chapter - Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Purdue University Intercollegiate Athletic Football Team.

Associate Of Science (A.S.), Organizational Leadership

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Urban Education Studies

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Urban Education Studies