Experience

Alternative Schools Network

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Program Manager

  • Mar 2021 - Present

  Serve as liaison between ASN and partner schools by managing a portfolio of 6 21st Century Community Learning Center sites· Communicate regularly with program site coordinators to ensure that program is developed with fidelity to program priorities and methodology· Develop effective out-of-school time partnerships with program site coordinators, principals, and youth and family serving staff· Collaborate with site coordinators to develop strategies for meeting program benchmarks and deadlines· Work with 21st CCLC team to support continuous program improvement at 21st CCLC sites and program site coordinators to collect, analyze, and communicate program data to promote successful approaches to programDevelop professional development approaches for improving program outcomesSupport program improvement planning and execution through the management of data collection and data reporting



Umoja Chicago

• Diversity Equity Inclusion Member

  • Oct 2018 - Jul 2020

• Social Emotional Specialist

  • Jan 2018 - Jul 2020

  Designed and facilitated teachers in professional development presentations around Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) in order to support academic achievementDeveloped deep and productive relationship with all stakeholders to ensure the seminar curriculum was implemented with fidelity and efficacyContinuously led the Post-Secondary team to improve and optimize the college application process for studentsLead teams of teachers and faculty leaders to support the implementation of seminar initiatives using a data-driven approachSupported short and long-term strategic plans to increase staff diversity and to create a more inclusive workplace including facilitation of DEI training for the entirety of staff

• Marketing Fellowship

  • Nov 2019 - Jun 2020



Girl Scouts River Valleys

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Community Partnerships Specialist

  • Feb 2016 - Sep 2017

  As a Specialist, I lead in outreach efforts to bring Girl Scout ConnectZ, a high quality, a culturally responsive program to girls in historically underrepresented communities. I worked to cultivate relationships in the community, facilitated weekly program sessions, and supported girls in participating in "out of troop meeting" experiences, such as college tours, career exploration events, cookie program, and camp.



Greenroom Magazine

• Freelance Writer

  • May 2016 - Jan 2017

  In a reoccurring weekly column, I gave an irreverent and insightful rundown of the past week's pop cultural happenings, music and reading recommendations and more.



City Year

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 700 & Above Employee

• Americorps Member

  • Aug 2014 - Jun 2015

  I worked in a 3rd-grade classroom in the South Bronx as a mentor and tutor. I provided overall in class support as well as targeted individual and small group intervention for students on concepts they were struggling on in class. I created lesson plans for a self-directed after school club. Directed team in outreach to raised awareness of City Year; strengthened the connection between communities’ school, and solicited in-kind donations for events. Contributed to the City Year New York blog, and was responsible for the creation of event publicity, and managed team social media presence.



Saint Paul Parks and Recreation

• Roaming Recreation Staff

  • Jun 2012 - Aug 2014

  Traveled to various parks and recreation centers in Saint Paul MN to program and execute healthy programming for children ages 4-18. Including but not limited to outdoor games, arts and crafts, and educational games.Authored reports for internal staff and external partners to gauge program goals. Active throughout the summer and on-call during the school year for events.



Macalester College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Coordinator

  • May 2013 - May 2014

  -Managed budget of $80,000 for 4 shows -Researched and contacted artists management, negotiated contracts back and forth with management-Arranged concessions and food catering -Collaborated with a local sound company to have the equipment we needed for performances-Attended weekly program board meetingsIn this role, I acted as the liaison between the student body, Program Board, school departments and outside organizations to procure artists and plan events for students and the community. For our largest festival event, Springfest, I conducted surveys and planning projects with committee members and the student body, researched possible new artists (securing sets from Kelela, Cashmere Cat, and Danny Brown), negotiated contracts with vendors and artists, and successfully engaged over 1,500 attendees (the largest of any Macalester Springfest to date).

• Program Assistant

  • Jan 2011 - May 2014

  Planned and implemented in promotional events for the Career and Development Center, such as Countdown to Commencement where I organized a dinner and presentation for about 200 seniors. Created and distributed publicity online and in print. Worked as a peer reviewer in the First Glance Resume process where students get their resumes reviewed prior to speaking to a career counselor. Entered information into a job database, processed alumni requests, and set up appointments via email and phone.Created a mentorship program for Senior assistants to help First-Year assistants acclimate to their position as well as grow their skills.



Second Harvest Heartland

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 100 - 200 Employee

• SNAP Family Resource Intern

  • May 2013 - Aug 2013

  Advocated for the continuance of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Conducted outreach to families in need and developed new relationships with community partners. Screened clients for the Bridge to Benefits program and referred families to various specialists



Old Navy

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sales Associate

  • Jul 2011 - Apr 2012

  Providing excellent customer service while contributing to daily sales. Organized and ran fitting room.



Bon Appétit Management Company

• United States
• Restaurants
• 700 & Above Employee

• Food Service Specialist

  • Sep 2010 - Dec 2010

  Served food, organized cutlery, and provided customer service.



YMCA

• 700 & Above Employee

• Youth Development Staff

  • Oct 2009 - May 2010

  Co-led an after school program of 20-30 3rd and 4th-grade students.Created balanced daily lesson plans that included arts and crafts, STEM activities, and dedicated homework time.