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Angela Bolin

Fayetteville,US

Summary

Experienced child advocacy professional with a strong belief in the power of community and the importance of fostering connections, providing support, and facilitating restoration. Demonstrated ability to effectively champion the rights and needs of children. Exceptional interpersonal skills for seamless communication with individuals from diverse socio-economic backgrounds. Recognized for implementing impactful interventions and delivering successful care. Highly collaborative and adaptable professional dedicated to achieving positive outcomes. Proficient in crisis intervention and experienced in community outreach efforts.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Brand Specialist

Landmark Christian Academy
07.2020 - Current
  • Ensured brand consistency in all curated materials, maintaining a unified voice and message across platforms.
  • Mentored Landmark's Communication Prefects involved in student reporting
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, teachers, and admin, securing meaningful interviews and relevant content
  • Improved overall client satisfaction by closely monitoring feedback and proactively addressing concerns.
  • Generated substantial revenue increases by identifying untapped resources and capitalizing on emerging trends within education and the community.
  • Increased positive word-of-mouth referrals through genuine, personalized customer interactions and excellent product knowledge.

Educational Advocate

Freelance
01.2018 - 05.2020
  • Supported parent understanding of special education processes, ensuring informed decision-making regarding their child's education.
  • Fostered a culture of collaboration among educators, administrators, and families.
  • Served as a liaison between school staff, families, and outside agencies involved in supporting a student's academic journey.
  • Mentored new educational advocates, providing guidance and support as they navigated their roles within the school community.
  • Conducted comprehensive file reviews to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to special education services.

Family Engagement Specialist

Restoration Atlanta
07.2016 - 05.2018
  • Designed & implemented programming and support services for women & children experiencing homelessness in transitional shelter
  • Developed & oversaw volunteer program & training
  • Advocated for educational support services for students & equal protection of a child's right to a housing-specific, non-discriminatory, free & appropriate education.
  • Empowered families by giving them the tools and resources to make informed decisions about their futures.
  • Built trusting relationships with clients through active listening, empathy, and cultural sensitivity during interactions at work or home visits.
  • Wrote sensitive content, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and cohesiveness for publication that aided in securing funding.

Education

Bachelor of Art - Journalism, Public Relations

Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA
01.2003

Skills

  • Listening
  • Relational Communication
  • Analytical & Synthetic Thinking
  • Feature Writing
  • Documentation
  • Research

Certification

  • Applied Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
  • Trust - Based Relational Interventionist, NCTSN
  • Trauma - Informed Care Specialist, NCTSN
  • Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher (CIYT) 4, IYNAUS
  • Non-Profit Essentials, OnDemand Foundation Research

Timeline

Brand Specialist

Landmark Christian Academy
07.2020 - Current

Educational Advocate

Freelance
01.2018 - 05.2020

Family Engagement Specialist

Restoration Atlanta
07.2016 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Art - Journalism, Public Relations

Georgia State University
Angela Bolin