Altavia Reynolds
Summary
Achievement-driven, motivated leader with experience and interests in curriculum development and instruction and educational research and policy. Content areas of interest include language development, culture and literacy. Evaluation and Analysis Writing and Editing Planning and Coordination Problem-Solving Program Management Information Management Talented Program Director skilled in handling administrative, operational and outreach program functions. Wears many hats to accomplish dynamic objectives. Ready to apply 8-years of experience to new professional challenges with growth-oriented organization.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Group Exercise Instructor
YMCA Of Greater Birmingham
03.2023 - Current
- Led group exercise sessions, such as Les Mills Bodypump, Small Group Training, and Zumba classes.
- Interacted with individual participants in group fitness settings to cultivate and maintain positive relationships.
- Maintained class attendance records and documented clients' progress toward stated goals.
- Taught diverse group fitness classes designed to improve cardiovascular health, strength and mobility.
- Tailored workout plans using regressions and progressions for diverse abilities.
Program Director
The Worship Center
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Collaborated with various teams to uncover issues, identify applicable solutions, and offer guidance.
- Maintained and updated project related documents.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Supervised program staff, managing and evaluating performance provide high-quality services to program participants.
- Communicated regularly with stakeholders, updating on progress to build support for program.
- Coordinated budgeting, scheduling and resource allocation to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
- Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.
Title I Instructional Aide
Hoover City Schools
01.2017 - 08.2017
- Supported a team of two Title I teachers to deliver targeted reading instruction to elementary students in the areas of reading comprehension and fluency.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
Special Education Instructional Aide
Appleton
03.2016 - 12.2016
- Provides applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy to children with autism along with supporting physical and academic needs.
- Documented behaviors, implemented interventions and treatment results.
- Assisted teachers and worked individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate education system.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
Program Director
The Literacy Lab
01.2012 - 06.2015
- Managed a 21st Century Community Learning Centers program at a Washington, DC elementary school and an early literacy program at DC General Homeless Families Shelter in Washington, DC.
- Enrolled and served more than 60 students annually through the 21st Century Community Learning Centers program and 85 children ages 0-7, through the early literacy program at DC General Homeless Families Shelter.
- Maintained and updated project related documents.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Collaborated with various teams to uncover issues, identify applicable solutions, and offer guidance.
- Developed and implemented program goals and objectives, establishing specific and measurable outcomes aligned with organization's overall mission.
- Supervised program staff, managing and evaluating performance provide high-quality services to program participants.
Maryland Program Director
The Literacy Lab
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Implemented and managed a tutoring program in four Maryland schol districts and counties along with a program targeting children and families residing in a Washington, DC family shelter.
- Recruited and served 20 students in the organization's initial launch year.
- 85% of students who received 40 hours of tutoring service made 1-1.5 years of growth in reading.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Supervised program staff, managing and evaluating performance provide high-quality services to program participants.
- Maintained and updated project related documents.
Group Facilitator, AFFIRM Program
Pride Youth Services
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Facilitated and moderated discussions on building self-esteem, identifying personal values, goal-setting for educational success, and developing social and emotional skills.
- Developed and implemented a character education curriculum, discussion questions and activities, and maintained program's records related to program's performance and outcomes.
- Maintained positive, comforting environment that felt safe and inviting to clients.
- Facilitated dialogue between participants, family and program workers to provide best possible program and individualized program.
Administrative Assistant/Logistics Coordinator
World Vision, Inc
01.2001 - 01.2010
- Coordinated logistics for a global team and liaised between international, local staff and senior management.
- Coordinated logistics for international and domestic meetings, including global meeting for 180 participants and facilitators in Bangkok, Thailand.
- Maintained knowledge of office procedures and policies relating to cash reports, register checkups, deposits and checks.
- Updated various internal reports, collected and compiled data and performed follow-up.
- Performed accounting activities by preparing expense reports, purchase orders and invoices.
- Managed executive calendars to strategically coordinate meetings and appointments.
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Powell & Associates Comprehensive Educational Services
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Assisted in client screenings concerning hearing, speech, language, voice and fluency.
- Implemented and adhered to therapeutic treatment plans and protocols in recommended setting to optimize patient response.
- Communicated with and treated students and clients with respect, kindness and empathy.
- Assessed and documented client progression and compared with baseline and standards.
- Facilitated therapy and lessons for students.
- Documented student progress and compared progress to past data.
Education
Master's of Education - Curriculum & Instruction
Trinity University
Washington, DC2010
Bachelor's of Science - Speech-Language Pathology, Broadcast Journalism
Howard University
Washington, DC1998
Skills
- Program Development and Management
- Advanced Knowledge of Technology
- Administration Knowledge
- Curriculum Development
- Customer service experience
- Group and individual instruction
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Student Progress Reporting
- Program Leadership
Accomplishments
- ProInspire, Managing for Success – Washington, DC; Fellow (DC Cohort 1) 2013
- Community Service Guild – Washington, DC; Tutor 2000 – 2004
- Toastmasters International – Washington, DC; VP of Education of World Vision Chapter 2002 – 2004
Timeline
Group Exercise Instructor
YMCA Of Greater Birmingham
03.2023 - Current
Program Director
The Worship Center
06.2017 - 08.2018
Title I Instructional Aide
Hoover City Schools
01.2017 - 08.2017
Special Education Instructional Aide
Appleton
03.2016 - 12.2016
Program Director
The Literacy Lab
01.2012 - 06.2015
Maryland Program Director
The Literacy Lab
01.2010 - 01.2012
Group Facilitator, AFFIRM Program
Pride Youth Services
01.2007 - 01.2012
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Powell & Associates Comprehensive Educational Services
01.2007 - 01.2008
Administrative Assistant/Logistics Coordinator
World Vision, Inc
01.2001 - 01.2010
Bachelor's of Science - Speech-Language Pathology, Broadcast Journalism
Howard University
Master's of Education - Curriculum & Instruction
Trinity University