Alsahn A. Barnes
BROOKLYN,NY
Summary
Dedicated and experienced youth program professional with over 10 years of progressive experience in after-school program management, staff supervision, youth development, safety, compliance, and family engagement. Demonstrated ability to oversee daily program operations, supervise and evaluate staff, maintain accurate documentation, and ensure compliance with organizational policies and safety regulations. Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Director(Middle School)
Sonyc/ Purelements
10.2017 - Current
- Maintain the program, making sure all regulations, rules, procedures, and protocols are being met and followed
- Treat staff, students, and families with respect and empathy, using effective communication skills.
- Managed a team of professionals, ensuring high-quality performance and adherence to company standards.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements while continuously seeking opportunities for process improvement based on best practices.
- Ensure an empathetic and welcoming environment, providing encouragement and support; acts as a liaison among the students, families, and staff.
- Evaluate performances in accordance with the program policies and procedures
- Conduct safety inspections of the facility, along with monthly fire drills, reporting and findings to my superiors
- Ensure children and safety follow safety guidelines and all times
- Maintain budget spending, and provide staffing with tools and equipment to educate the children
- Respond to incidents in a timely fashion and notify appropriate parties
- Oversaw daily site operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Managed staff recruitment, training, and performance evaluations to optimize team effectiveness.
- Developed and maintained relationships with partners to foster collaborative project initiatives.
- Conducted regular assessments of site performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions.
- Led strategic planning sessions, aligning team goals with organizational objectives for growth and development.
- Provided leadership and guidance to staff through ongoing training initiatives, boosting employee retention rates.
- Cultivated a culture of excellence by setting clear expectations for team members while providing support for their professional development goals.
- Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
Assistant Site Director
Sonyc/ Purelements
01.2016 - 10.2017
- Record and log in daily attendance into DYCD database
- Assist the director with effective staff development, program development, parent communication
- Evaluate performance in accordance with the program's policies
- Assist administration with the supervision of children attending the after-school program
- Prepare weekly staff sheets, monitor and review staff attendance logs
- Conduct safety inspections of the facility, along with monthly fire drills
- Assist with the completion of daily and monthly reports
Education
High School Diploma -
Benjamin Banneker Academy
Brooklyn, NY06.2001
Skills
- Strong interpersonal, communicative, and organizational skills
- Capacity to achieve immediate and long-term objectives and meet operational deadlines
- Proficient in working as a team member, independently, and as a problem solver
- Productive in a fast-paced, high-pressure atmosphere
Timeline
Site Director(Middle School)
Sonyc/ Purelements
10.2017 - Current
Assistant Site Director
Sonyc/ Purelements
01.2016 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
Benjamin Banneker Academy