Yvonne Lerew
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Henry Tarbi, SPHR
Yvonne was one of my most earnest and dedicated faculty. She took on some of the tougher jobs at Year Up and did it with style and grace. She taught some of our new curriculum which was at a pilot state. She adapted the curriculum and clearly improved it. Then she had the onerous task of teaching at both the Boston and Cambridge facilities. This was something that in general didn't like doing. She made it work with grit and stamina. And the students benefited. She made her classrooms engaging, informative and fun. What was so compelling about Yvonne is she was the consummate learner. She cared about self learning and the learning of her students. She sought feedback and gratefully received it. And as a result her growth at Year Up was rapid and effective. Usually it took a year for an instructor to adapt to the unique conditions of a Year Up classroom. Yvonne did it in six months and then took on other challenges. She was comfortable with change and never lost site of the mission. As a result the students and fellow team mates benefited greatly.
Katie Tedson, SHRM-SCP
Yvonne is a detail-oriented and receptive leader. As a member of her team, I consistently felt supported and empowered in my work. Additionally, Yvonne is outgoing, communicates directly, and is a pleasure to work with because she is passionate about her job. Because of what I learned from Yvonne while working in her department at CLUES, I am extremely satisfied to have had her as one of my first managerial role models in my professional career.
Henry Tarbi, SPHR
Yvonne was one of my most earnest and dedicated faculty. She took on some of the tougher jobs at Year Up and did it with style and grace. She taught some of our new curriculum which was at a pilot state. She adapted the curriculum and clearly improved it. Then she had the onerous task of teaching at both the Boston and Cambridge facilities. This was something that in general didn't like doing. She made it work with grit and stamina. And the students benefited. She made her classrooms engaging, informative and fun. What was so compelling about Yvonne is she was the consummate learner. She cared about self learning and the learning of her students. She sought feedback and gratefully received it. And as a result her growth at Year Up was rapid and effective. Usually it took a year for an instructor to adapt to the unique conditions of a Year Up classroom. Yvonne did it in six months and then took on other challenges. She was comfortable with change and never lost site of the mission. As a result the students and fellow team mates benefited greatly.
Katie Tedson, SHRM-SCP
Yvonne is a detail-oriented and receptive leader. As a member of her team, I consistently felt supported and empowered in my work. Additionally, Yvonne is outgoing, communicates directly, and is a pleasure to work with because she is passionate about her job. Because of what I learned from Yvonne while working in her department at CLUES, I am extremely satisfied to have had her as one of my first managerial role models in my professional career.
Henry Tarbi, SPHR
Yvonne was one of my most earnest and dedicated faculty. She took on some of the tougher jobs at Year Up and did it with style and grace. She taught some of our new curriculum which was at a pilot state. She adapted the curriculum and clearly improved it. Then she had the onerous task of teaching at both the Boston and Cambridge facilities. This was something that in general didn't like doing. She made it work with grit and stamina. And the students benefited. She made her classrooms engaging, informative and fun. What was so compelling about Yvonne is she was the consummate learner. She cared about self learning and the learning of her students. She sought feedback and gratefully received it. And as a result her growth at Year Up was rapid and effective. Usually it took a year for an instructor to adapt to the unique conditions of a Year Up classroom. Yvonne did it in six months and then took on other challenges. She was comfortable with change and never lost site of the mission. As a result the students and fellow team mates benefited greatly.
Katie Tedson, SHRM-SCP
Yvonne is a detail-oriented and receptive leader. As a member of her team, I consistently felt supported and empowered in my work. Additionally, Yvonne is outgoing, communicates directly, and is a pleasure to work with because she is passionate about her job. Because of what I learned from Yvonne while working in her department at CLUES, I am extremely satisfied to have had her as one of my first managerial role models in my professional career.
Henry Tarbi, SPHR
Yvonne was one of my most earnest and dedicated faculty. She took on some of the tougher jobs at Year Up and did it with style and grace. She taught some of our new curriculum which was at a pilot state. She adapted the curriculum and clearly improved it. Then she had the onerous task of teaching at both the Boston and Cambridge facilities. This was something that in general didn't like doing. She made it work with grit and stamina. And the students benefited. She made her classrooms engaging, informative and fun. What was so compelling about Yvonne is she was the consummate learner. She cared about self learning and the learning of her students. She sought feedback and gratefully received it. And as a result her growth at Year Up was rapid and effective. Usually it took a year for an instructor to adapt to the unique conditions of a Year Up classroom. Yvonne did it in six months and then took on other challenges. She was comfortable with change and never lost site of the mission. As a result the students and fellow team mates benefited greatly.
Katie Tedson, SHRM-SCP
Yvonne is a detail-oriented and receptive leader. As a member of her team, I consistently felt supported and empowered in my work. Additionally, Yvonne is outgoing, communicates directly, and is a pleasure to work with because she is passionate about her job. Because of what I learned from Yvonne while working in her department at CLUES, I am extremely satisfied to have had her as one of my first managerial role models in my professional career.
Credentials
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Learning Instagram (2019)
LinkedInAug, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
Communicating Internally during Times of Uncertainty
LinkedInJun, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
Outlook: Time Management with Calendar and Tasks
LinkedInJun, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
Social Media Marketing Foundations
LinkedInJun, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
Teacher License: Adult Basic Education & Elementary Education
Minnesota Department of EducationMay, 2020- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Citizens League
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Development
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Oct 2022 - Present
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Finishing Trades Institute of the Upper Midwest
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United States
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Construction
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1 - 100 Employee
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Adjunct Faculty
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Jan 2020 - Present
Teach Effective Communications and Effective Writing courses in the Associates Degree program. Teach Effective Communications and Effective Writing courses in the Associates Degree program.
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Children's Defense Fund
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Development and Communications Director - CDF-Minnesota
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Oct 2016 - Oct 2022
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Senior Development Officer (prior positions: Education Program Development/Program Manager)
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Aug 2009 - Oct 2016
SENIOR DEVELOPMENT OFFICER (2014-2016); DEVELOPMENT OFFICER (2012-2104) Collaborate with program leaders to develop and expand programs. Research and explore new funding opportunities. Write and submit grant proposals to government and private funders. Work with VP of Finance to develop program budgets. Communicate with stakeholders. Supervise college interns in development area to improve their writing and professional communication skills. Raise over $3 million from government and private funders. • EDUCATION PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT MANAGER (2011-2012): Develop and pilot new adult education programs and classes in the areas of workforce development, customer service, computer literacy and financial empowerment. • EDUCATION DEPARTMENT MANAGER (2009- 2011): Provide leadership to ESL education programs serving over 600 Latino and other immigrant adults and their children per year. Supervise site coordinators, teachers, AmeriCorps members, interns and volunteers. *CLUES’ adult education program was recognized as a PEGASUS Program of Excellence by the Minnesota Department of Education in 2011 Show less
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St. Catherine University
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United States
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Higher Education
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400 - 500 Employee
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Adjunct Faculty
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Aug 2014 - Jan 2015
Teach “English 1300: Reading and Writing for College Success” for at-risk, first year students to help them develop academic skills needed for college success. Collaborate with paired core class instructor to align instruction and support students. Achieve high levels of student success and engagement through combination of challenging standards and caring support for each individual. Teach “English 1300: Reading and Writing for College Success” for at-risk, first year students to help them develop academic skills needed for college success. Collaborate with paired core class instructor to align instruction and support students. Achieve high levels of student success and engagement through combination of challenging standards and caring support for each individual.
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Wallin Education Partners
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Scholar Support Services
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2007 - 2009
Provide leadership for scholarship program serving over 700 low-income, first generation students to achieve over 97% retention and over 75% college graduation rates. Supervise team of 6-8 off-site advisors. Coordinate services with representatives at colleges and universities to support student success. Manage scholar application and selection process in partnership with area high schools. Expanded program to include students from12 additional high schools in 7 districts. Provide leadership for scholarship program serving over 700 low-income, first generation students to achieve over 97% retention and over 75% college graduation rates. Supervise team of 6-8 off-site advisors. Coordinate services with representatives at colleges and universities to support student success. Manage scholar application and selection process in partnership with area high schools. Expanded program to include students from12 additional high schools in 7 districts.
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Learning Director
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2006 - 2007
Developed and compiled new curriculum, lessons and materials for Professional Skills class to prepare 18-24 year old urban and immigrant youth for successful corporate apprenticeships that led them to achieve professional careers and transition to higher education. Taught classes and advised students. Developed and compiled new curriculum, lessons and materials for Professional Skills class to prepare 18-24 year old urban and immigrant youth for successful corporate apprenticeships that led them to achieve professional careers and transition to higher education. Taught classes and advised students.
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Education Program Coordinator
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1994 - 2005
Implemented education programs for refugees and immigrants including adult ESL, refugee orientation, and workforce development. Developed new curriculum, taught classes and advised students. Expanded capacity to serve over 600 students per year through strategic planning, fiscal management and grant and report writing. Supervised 8 to 10 teachers, plus support staff and volunteers. Implemented education programs for refugees and immigrants including adult ESL, refugee orientation, and workforce development. Developed new curriculum, taught classes and advised students. Expanded capacity to serve over 600 students per year through strategic planning, fiscal management and grant and report writing. Supervised 8 to 10 teachers, plus support staff and volunteers.
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Education
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2005 - 2006
Harvard Graduate School of Education
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University of St. Thomas
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Colorado College
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Oberlin College
B.A., Sociology/Anthropology
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