Accomplished Consultant drives organizational improvements through leveraging expertise in research and system enhancement. Well-versed in collaborating with employees and leaders to resolve control and procedural problems negatively affecting business operations. Dedicated to cost, process and resource optimization.
Skills
Equal opportunities facilitation
Recruitment
Workforce improvements
Supervision
Project Management
Education
Harvard UniversityCambridge, MAExpected in 04/2019 – –Certificate:Educational Leadership: Leading Change - GPA:
Providence CollegeProvidence, RIExpected in 08/2007 – –Master of Arts:Theology - GPA:
Assumption CollegeWorcester, MAExpected in 05/2003 – –Bachelor of Arts:Sociology - GPA:
Certifications
Licensed Scrum Master - 2020
Work History
Devbridge Group - Associate Director Chicago, IL, 06/2016 - Current
Keeping up to date research on current diversity and inclusion initiatives, reading and researching best practices and putting forward proposals for review
Create innovative solutions to strengthen diversity, inclusion, and cultural competencies across the organization as the program expands
Responsible for hiring and retention of 52% BIPOC teachers
Responsible for retaining of over 80% of workforce from first to second year.
Manage the D&I internal communications plan and draft content
Manage invoice flow and monitor budgets
Share best practices with Senior Leadership to help drive the D&I strategy; provide tools to ensure execution of D&I initiatives
Provided guidance on policies and procedures to harmonize responses, provide appropriate investigation actions and reach resolution of grievances.
Interface with school leaders to influence policies and processes that support an inclusive work environment
Act as a member of the White Identifying Persons For Anti-Racism group and provide resources to colleagues
Implemented new-hire program by incorporating training initiatives while resolving problems and processing related documents.
Executed on-time, under-budget project management on complex issues for senior leadership while supporting teachers in 16 cities
Serves as a trusted consultant to senior leadership in schools, agencies, and businesses.
Managed and motivated project teams to promote collaboration and keep members on-task and productive.
Managed minimum of 10 projects each year while maintaining adherence to budget, schedule and scope requirements.
Ymca Of Metropolitan L.A. - Student Services Liaison Monrovia, CA, 08/2009 - 06/2016
Prepared students for later educational experiences by encouraging exploration of learning opportunities and perseverance through challenging tasks.
Taught classes and presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.
Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
Identified cases of domestic abuse or other family problems and encouraged students or parents to seek additional assistance from mental health professionals.
Handled day-to-day running of the school's senior service learning program, ensuring high levels of productivity and progression.
Advised students individually and in groups on academic programs for individual interests.
Collaborated with teachers and administrators in development, evaluation and revision of school programs and in preparation of master schedules for curriculum offerings.
La Salle Academy - Head Varsity Lacrosse Coach City, STATE, 02/2008 - 06/2014
Recruited student-athletes of highest caliber to elevate team performance.
Supervised academic progress of student-athletes and scheduled tutoring services for those with declining grades.
Enforced discipline both on and off field to lead team with highest personal standards.
Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience and respect for others.
Evaluated tapes of competition matches to assess strategies and plan counter approaches.
Readied athletes for tough games by implementing coordinated regimens of practices and physical conditioning.
Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
La Salle Academy - Teacher City, STATE, 08/2005 - 08/2009
Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects for religious studies
Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning.
Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Directed afterschool activities 5 days each week to provide students with interesting opportunities while maintaining student discipline.
Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
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