director of scholarship and alumni programs resume example with 8+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Summary
Excels in fast-paced, multitasking environments. Skilled at prioritizing work to meet deadlines and following through on assignments with minimal direction. Increased sensitivity to confidential material and able to accurately convey relevant data to higher authority tactfully and respectfully. Comfortable supporting both small and large teams due to being extremely responsible, adaptable, and hardworking. Eager to meet challenges and quick to assimilate new concepts.
Skills
Project Management
Special events
Fundraising
Grant writing
Fluent in Spanish
Leadership
Strategic Planning
Time management
Team Building
Experience
Director of Scholarship and Alumni Programs, 02/2018 - Current Bancroft – Twin Oaks, PA,
Lead two scholarship committees, present data on program progress, and provide analysis and recommendations to the committee members.
Plan and implement scholarship applicant interviews and review processes.
Produce two annual scholarship award events for over 250 guests.
Ensure effective promotion of scholarship programs to students, parents, and donors.
Develop policies and procedures pertaining to the scholarship programs.
Oversee student ambassador and volunteer programs.
Manage the dissemination of scholarship awards and donor appreciation processes.
Ensure effective partnerships for College Guidance Program with partner organizations.
Track progress of 100 program participants to ensure they are on track for applying to college.
Create, distribute and evaluate surveys pre and post program to all students and parents.
Produce a kick-off event for students, parents, and mentors.
Provide the Development Department with accurate data and messaging for grants and funders.
In collaboration with the Development Department, create and implement measurable fundraising activities to support scholarship, college guidance and alumni programs.
Supervise, coach, and evaluate the Scholarship Program Associate.
Develop strategies to maximize alumni efforts to further the connection between past program participants and the agency.
Grant Writer, 07/2014 - 08/2016 Albany Charter School Network – Northglenn, CO,
Researched funding sources and opportunities.
Prepared over 80 grant proposals annually for corporations, private foundations, and
government funding as directed by executive director.
Maintained and organized master grant list to facilitate uniformity for faster application process
of grant proposals.
Prepared over 50 required reports annually for foundation and corporate grants.
Lead Academic Instructor, 07/2013 - 07/2014 Middle School Academy, Bresee Foundation – City, STATE,
Developed and maintained Bresee’s relationship with funders and their program officers.
Worked with director of development and executive director on special events coordination;
helped secure special event sponsors and donors by submitting sponsorship proposals.
Participated in team meetings, staff meetings, board meetings, and other Bresee collaborative
partner or community meetings as requested.
Supervised and managed a grade-specific classroom and provided high quality homework help
to middle school students.
Developed program workshops on college-readiness (a-g requirements) and career planning.
Coordinated time management workshops (yoga, health and fitness).
Founded and created leadership program, which allows middle school students to actively plan
and execute monthly events for the 144 middle school students.
Maintained an orderly environment through effective behavior management and character
development.
Tracked student academic progress through school-issued progress reports and points system,
providing intervention when needed.
Maintained close and clear communication with middle school program director and family
advocates regarding students’ progress, needs, or behavior issues, working as part of the team
to identify students who were struggling and to raise student performance.
Increased parental involvement via supportive interactions at parent nights and phone calls.
Met with parents when requested and when behavior intervention was needed.
Supervised, worked collaboratively with, and evaluated work performance of team members.
Engaged volunteers and interns in meaningful interactions with youth.
Established relationships and maintained communication via email and face-to-face meetings
with the teachers at the local middle schools regarding students’ homework and academic
progress.
Participated in middle school team meetings, staff meetings, community events, and other
Bresee meetings as requested.
Developed a 6-week Summer S.T.E.M program in 2013 and 2014, which provided 72 middle
school students with project-based scientific workshops, education field trips, recreational
activities, and guest speakers from the S.T.E.M.
Field to encourage underrepresented youth to
explore S.T.E.M.
Career paths.
Collaborated with UCLA Ph.D.
Candidate to create a hands-on S.T.E.M.
Camp curriculum.
Trained and supervised S.T.E.M.
Camp leaders, interns, and volunteers throughout camp.
Academic Assistant, 07/2011 - 07/2013 Middle School Academy, Bresee Foundation – City, STATE,
Provided high quality homework help to middle school students in a grade-specific classroom
setting.
Maintained a culture of learning for students that reflects Bresee’s mission.
Supported classroom instructor with behavior management.
Developed meaningful relationships with Bresee youth, using a common language to instill a
sense of character.
Education and Training
Bachelor of Arts: Women Studies, Expected in 2013 - University Of California - Los Angeles, GPA: Status -
Master of Arts: Higher Education Leadership And Policy, Expected in 05/2021 - California State University Northridge - Northridge, CA, GPA: Status -
Activities and Honors
Accomplishments
Founder and Committee Member October 2015 – Present
I Believe in Her (Los Angeles, CA).
Founded mentoring program that connects girls to professional women with the mission of
equipping, empowering, and inspiring them to pursue their education and career goals, make
positive life-choices, and discover their self-worth.
Helped form a committee of 10 women to further develop the program and raise funds.
Started annual I Believe in Her Luncheon to bring together 40 professional women and 30 high
school and middle school girls, where women can share their stories and participate in panel
discussions of relevant topics including developing healthy relationships, building self-
confidence, planning for success (discussing college-readiness and career planning), and
overcoming obstacles.
The goal of the Luncheon is to raise funds for programming and
scholarships for girls.
Helped secure panelists, workshop instructors, and in-kind donations for I Believe in Her
Luncheon.
Coordinated with speakers for I Believe in Her “Girl Talk” workshops and mentoring activities
that allowed young girls to network with professional women.
Take Back the Night Chair May 2007 – June 2009
Clothesline Project (UCLA).
Worked with on-campus organizations, fire marshals, and UCLA departments to secure venue
space, event budget, and enforce safety regulations.
Advertised event through social media platforms, street canvassing, classroom announcements,
and newspaper ads and articles in the Daily Bruin (UCLA student newspaper).
Secured and maintained communication with guest speakers, spoken word artists, and
performers for event.
Recruited and supervised volunteers for event.
Collaborated with various organizations including women’s shelters, Peace Over Violence, and
RAINN to raise awareness about sexual violence and provide resources to college students.
Additional Information
Maintained close and clear communication with classroom instructor, middle school program
director, and family advocates regarding students’ progress, needs, or behavior issues.
Responsible for accurate sign-in sheets and meal distribution.
Tracked student academic progress through school-issued progress reports and points system,
providing intervention when needed.
Engaged youth in positive activities (games, conversation, sports, arts & crafts, etc.).
Led students in service learning projects and youth clubs.
Supervised students during free time and recreation activities.
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