Caroline Lambertson
Atlanta,Georgia
Summary
Certified financial literacy and humanities instructor, academic specialist with years of experience in innovative and transformational instructional practices, academic support and program coordination, with a specialty in personal finance, financial systems, economics and wealth generation. Data driven leader with an exemplary work ethic. Able to relate to populations of varying cultural and ethnic backgrounds with ease and optimism. Possess a strong ambition toward promoting program coordination and implementation that supports all stakeholders.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Program Facilitator/Wealth Builds
Harlem Children’s Zone
06.2023 - Current
- Strategic facilitation of HCZ Wealth Builds/Run the Future entrepreneurship programming securing top prizes
- JA Finance Park after-school program facilitator
- Ensured all team members understood the program objectives and goals
- Carried out program logistics effectively allocating resources and regularly updating stakeholders on progress
- Effectively prepared scholars for pitch competition by coaching scholars on the fundamentals of identifying a societal challenge and innovative idea generation
- Advised students on how to effectively carry out an innovation pitch for an entrepreneurship competition
- Guided scholars from the Academy of Civic Engagement site to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place top finalist in Run the Future Entrepreneurship Competition
Financial Educator/Academic Specialist
Harlem Children’s Zone
01.2023 - Current
- 96% first time pass rate among scholars on WIse National Personal Finance Certification exam
- Excellence Award in Special Subjects for excelling in fostering collaboration, promoting scholar growth, and creating an engaging cooperative learning environment.
- Exemplar 2023-2025 formal teacher observations in all marking periods
- Effective instructional dialogue and instructional learning formats with 100% student engagement
- Increased student proficiency through targeted academic instructions and interventions by 30%
- Multi-generational approach to financial wellness and understanding financial literacy concepts
- Positive attitudinal shift in scholars’ perspectives on money management and finances
- Founding member of the 'Culture of Excellence School Committee' supporting ongoing school improvement efforts, teacher development, and program generation
- Closely collaborates with the Director of Financial Education and stakeholders to ensure effective development and facilitation of financial education programming at Promise Academy Charter schools and zone sites.
- Facilitated JA Achievement financial education after school programming for Promise Academy high schools
- Collaborated with the College Success Office (CSO) to provide support with FAFSA and college admission panel workshops to promote 100% college acceptance and first-year retention rates
- Recognized by the Social-Emotional Learning team as a Restorative Leader in my school community
Academic Coach
Fayetteville State University
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Granted academic support to first-generation, low-income college scholars majoring in STEM and assisted them in developing skills that will enhance students’ academic performance and improve retention and graduation rates
- Mentor for School based programs aimed at improving academic performance, decreasing disciplinary action and promoting school connectedness and overall student achievement.
- Understanding of college admission processes and financial aid
- Provided academic learning support, using a variety of techniques, such as analytical elaboration, collaboration, varied practice and reflection.
Teacher, High School/ World History/ Founding Principles of Civics & Economics
02.2018 - 05.2022
- Facilitated humanities lessons based on the North Carolina Curriculum standards; developed individualized student learning platforms and ensured students met CCS graduation requirements; prepared students for college and or the workforce.
- Supervised classroom environment for ninth through Twelfth Grade history classes, designed and instructed lessons based on the North Carolina curriculum for World History and Founding Principles of Civics and Economics, and aligned instruction for Grad point Credit/ Course recovery programs, within the regular education classroom.
- Developed and followed lesson plans, adhered to curriculum outlined, took attendance of all students assigned to the specific classroom, and assisted students with coursework as needed on an individual and group basis.
- With predetermined identified scoring techniques, interpreted testing data to enhance classroom instruction; prepared instructional plans for curriculum.
Education
Masters of Arts - Political Science
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NCBachelor of Arts - Political Science with a Concentration in Public Administration
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NCAssociate of Arts - Business Administration with a concentration in Public Administration
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NCCertified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI) -
New York, NYNYSED TA Certification -
New York, NYSkills
- Growth Mindset
- Excellence in Leadership
- Mastery developing financial educational content and curriculum
- Data Driven Instruction & learning outcomes
- Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Adaptability
- Development and Utilization of Project-Based Learning
- Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Suite Applications
- Effective Monitoring of Wealth Builds initiative Performance and Progress
- Active Listening & Interpersonal Communication
- Academic & Matriculation Advising
- Confident Presenter and Public Speaker
- Analytical & Critical Thinking
- Evidence-based Decision Making
Timeline
Lead Program Facilitator/Wealth Builds
Harlem Children’s Zone
06.2023 - Current
Financial Educator/Academic Specialist
Harlem Children’s Zone
01.2023 - Current
Academic Coach
Fayetteville State University
08.2022 - 01.2023
Teacher, High School/ World History/ Founding Principles of Civics & Economics
02.2018 - 05.2022
Masters of Arts - Political Science
Fayetteville State University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science with a Concentration in Public Administration
Fayetteville State University
Associate of Arts - Business Administration with a concentration in Public Administration
Fayetteville Technical Community College