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Anoine Forehand

The Bronx,NY

Summary

Youth development and postsecondary success professional with 10+ years of experience supporting adolescents and young adults in high-need communities. Proven leader in program coordination, college persistence advising, and career readiness using the Appreciative Advising model. Experienced in managing large caseloads, tracking academic and financial progress, and collaborating cross-functionally to remove barriers to student success. Deeply committed to equity, access, and long-term student outcomes.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

College Counselor

Harlem Children's Zone, Inc
New York, NY
11.2025 - Current
  • Manage a caseload of 65–70+ college students using the Appreciative Advising model, supporting college transition, persistence, completion, and career readiness
  • Advise students on course selection, registration, degree planning, and satisfactory academic progress toward graduation
  • Support financial aid processes including FAFSA, TAP, Pell, verification, academic appeals, and billing issues
  • Assist with college transfer, re-enrollment, and summer career opportunities, internships, and enrichment programs
  • Maintain 100% compliance with college and career data collection, case notes, transcripts, and student records
  • Collaborate with Career Services and Social Services teams to address academic, financial, and socio-emotional barriers
  • Advocate for students with college financial aid, admissions, and academic support offices

High School Program Coordinator

Harlem Children's Zone Promise Academy High School
New York, NY
07.2021 - 11.2025
  • Oversee daily operations and program implementation, serving as primary liaison between staff and Program Director
  • Design and implement academic and social progress tracking systems to monitor student outcomes and inform interventions
  • Lead enrichment programming and incentive-based initiatives to increase student engagement, attendance, and retention
  • Maintain enrollment targets through outreach to students and families
  • Research, plan, and execute academic, leadership, and college-readiness opportunities
  • Provide staff leadership development, training, and supervision to strengthen program quality

High School Student Advocate

Harlem Children's Zone Promise Academy High School
New York, NY
09.2019 - 07.2021
  • Provided direct mentorship and academic/enrichment support to high school scholars
  • Developed grade-appropriate enrichment curricula in arts, film, music, and theater
  • Collaborated with instructional staff to support in-class academic instruction

Youth Development Specialist

Administration for Children's Services
New York, NY
03.2019 - 09.2019
  • Provided safe, secure supervision for court-involved youth in a secure juvenile detention setting
  • Served as a consistent role model, mentor, and guide, supporting positive decision-making and accountability
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to promote healthy youth development and rehabilitation
  • Safely managed conflict and youth behavior using de-escalation strategies and approved restraint techniques
  • Created structured, pro-social activities to encourage engagement and reduce behavioral incidents
  • Supported youth in developing social, academic, and vocational skills to prepare for successful reintegration

Preventive Case Planner

Lower Eastside Family Union
New York, NY
05.2015 - 01.2019

Provided community based services and support aimed at strengthening,

preserving and empowering families.

• Provided counseling and case management services for clients

(Specializing in families with male teens).

• Responsible for making required visits with families in the home and community

to support the family as needed.

• Help clients identify resources in their community.

• Attend agency training sessions and workshops to learn ways to better assist families.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

St. Joseph's University
Brooklyn, NY

Skills

  • Community engagement
  • Community engagement
  • Community engagement
  • Community engagement

Certification

Mandated Reporter

CPR

Timeline

College Counselor

Harlem Children's Zone, Inc
11.2025 - Current

High School Program Coordinator

Harlem Children's Zone Promise Academy High School
07.2021 - 11.2025

High School Student Advocate

Harlem Children's Zone Promise Academy High School
09.2019 - 07.2021

Youth Development Specialist

Administration for Children's Services
03.2019 - 09.2019

Preventive Case Planner

Lower Eastside Family Union
05.2015 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

St. Joseph's University
Anoine Forehand