Tamiya Larkin Email & Phone Number

Experienced and effective Administrator with a breadth of experience leading a large urban school district in federal programs implementation, compliance and grants program management. Dedicated self-starter committed to excellence, detail oriented, and strong organization skills with the aptitude to learn at a rapid pace; high-functioning and can manage competing priorities. My superhero strength is to remove compliance barriers associated with the acceptance of grant funds so that senior staff can focus on the implementation of programs.Among other competencies, I am skilled at building relationships and trust, effectively communicating, working independently, coaching and training others. I'm also adept at interpreting complex federal education laws, rules and regulations to help others in their comprehension to ensure compliance. Specifically, I'm an expert at understanding and implementing 2 CFR 200 of the Uniform Guidance.The competencies I've carefully cultivated are transferable and will enable me to successfully transition to any organization in a Chief of Staff role or other leadership capacity. KEY COMPETENCIESLeadershipHigh Functioning Self-StarterIndependent Thinker and WorkerCommunication (both oral and written)Strong Organizational SkillsAbility to handle multiple prioritiesTime ManagementProject ManagementAttention to DetailIntrinsically MotivatedBuilding RelationshipsWorking cross-functionally to garner support and meet strategic objectives

Listed skills include Staff Development, Educational Leadership, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, and 17 others.

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  Title Programs Coordinator

  Pittsburgh Public Schools

  Jun 2005 - Present - Greater Pittsburgh Area

  Currently, I lead a large school district as a subject matter expert regarding federal and state laws applicable to K-12 federally funded education programs. Doing so requires that I: be an effective leader with the capacity to foster trust, respect and build relationships with people that I support and from colleagues at the State level; be very organized; and able to work effectively in an ambiguous environment constantly evolving. Professional experience… Show more Currently, I lead a large school district as a subject matter expert regarding federal and state laws applicable to K-12 federally funded education programs. Doing so requires that I: be an effective leader with the capacity to foster trust, respect and build relationships with people that I support and from colleagues at the State level; be very organized; and able to work effectively in an ambiguous environment constantly evolving. Professional experience include:COMPLIANCEAs the District's subject matter expert, I provide federal programs advice, counsel and guidance to management at all levels, principals of 50 Title I schools- as well as their staff- that involve complex issues that have the potential to impact significant funding. Support provided include coaching, training, technical assistance and the development and ongoing updating of policies and procedures to make certain that all schools understand, are adhering to and completing mandatory federal requirements.UNIFORM GUIDANCE SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTProvide support and expertise regarding the application of Uniform Guidance and Cost Principles (2 CFR 200) as they relate to the use of federal funding dollars.GRANT WRITING AND MANAGEMENTWrite, manage and coordinate Federal and State formula and competitive grants totaling approximately $150M. TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (PD)Provide technical assistance training for school-based staff, central office leadership and community members. As well as collaborate and support principals around school improvement planning.Finally, I've developed, implemented and overseen the systems, processes, and practices for major education programs, which include training upwards of 100+ people annually. Combined, these programs support 50 schools and over 15,000 students per school year.BUDGETINGSkilled at developing, monitoring and managing budgets to ensure expenditures meet accounting principles and align to approved grant applications. Show less