Akilah Baptiste
East Orange
Summary
Resourceful Project Manager with 5 years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Excels through mentoring, training, and empowering team to excel in performance.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
Designs
09.2023 - Current
- Streamlined project processes by implementing Agile methodologies, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced costs.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track. Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
Director of School Culture
Prospect Schools
08.2021 - 09.2023
- Supervised and managed multidisciplinary teams. Established a comprehensive onboarding process for seamless integration of new employees into the organization.
- Enhanced company culture by developing and implementing employee engagement programs. Increased employee retention rates by creating an inclusive work environment with regular team-building activities.
- Designed training programs to equip employees with essential skills for personal and professional growth.
- Collaborated with HR to facilitate performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and recommending appropriate action plans.
Diversity Equity and Inclusion Coordinator
Prospect Schools
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Translated complex DEI subject matter into actionable frameworks for systemic change and presented professional development curricula, honing budgeting and scheduling expertise for a staff of 150+.
- Coordinated with HR to implement diversity initiatives, resulting in improved employee satisfaction rates.
- Enhanced the diversity and inclusion curriculum by incorporating real-world examples and case studies.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of improvement in diversity and inclusion efforts.
Grade Team Leader & 7th Grade ELA Teacher
Legacy College Prep
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Enhanced team collaboration by implementing effective communication strategies and regular meetings.
- Streamlined processes for grade-level coordination, resulting in improved efficiency and better resource allocation.
- Led professional development workshops to support the growth of fellow teachers, contributing to a more knowledgeable and skilled team.
- Monitored student performance data, identifying trends and areas for improvement in both teaching methods and curriculum content. Outperformed the NYS average by 34% on the 7th-grade state ELA assessment, showcasing a commitment to quality standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History and African American Studies
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NYMBA - Business Administration
Strayer University
05.2024
Relevant coursework in project management -
Skills
- Task Prioritization
- Business Process Re-Engineering
- Multi-Unit Operations Management
- Expense Reports
- Lean Manufacturing and Design
- Budget Administration
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Project Scope Analysis
- Microsoft Active Directory
- Performance Improvement
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Accomplishments
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Co-chair
- Developed an internal anti-racism statement and professional development program, emphasizing compliance and adherence to best practices.
Certification
- Foundations of Project Management (Issued in May 2023 by Google Coursera)
Timeline
Project Manager
Designs
09.2023 - Current
Diversity Equity and Inclusion Coordinator
Prospect Schools
09.2021 - 09.2023
Director of School Culture
Prospect Schools
08.2021 - 09.2023
Grade Team Leader & 7th Grade ELA Teacher
Legacy College Prep
08.2018 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - History and African American Studies
Syracuse University
MBA - Business Administration
Strayer University