CHIOMA AUGUSTINA ORJIAKO
Milwaukee
Summary
Dynamic education manager with a proven track record at Next Door Foundation, excelling in program management and family advocacy. Skilled in data analysis and crisis intervention, I drive continuous improvement in early childhood programming, enhancing student outcomes and fostering community partnerships to support economic stability for families.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education Manager
Next Door Foundation
Milwaukee
04.2024 - Current
- Direct daily educational operations and supervise a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality early childhood programming.
- Monitor compliance with federal and state regulations, including Head Start and DCF licensing standards.
- Analyze program data to drive continuous improvement in student outcomes and staff performance.
- Report on program outcomes, demonstrating impact on family economic stability.
Family Advocate Specialist
Next Door Foundation
Milwaukee
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Managed caseloads for diverse families, providing comprehensive social work interventions and resource navigation.
- Developed individualized family partnership agreements to support economic self-sufficiency and child wellness.
- Collaborated with community partners to expand the support network for Milwaukee residents.
- Advocated for 100+ families, connecting them to resources for education, employment, supported them with transitions from Early Head Start to Head Start and healthcare.
- Managed caseloads, providing culturally sensitive support and crisis intervention.
Head Start Teacher
Next Door Foundation
Milwaukee
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum for early learners, fostering social-emotional and cognitive growth.
- Maintained detailed student assessments and facilitated parent-teacher conferences to engage families in the learning process.
Education
Master of Social Work -
University of Ibadan
NigeriaBachelor of Education - Adult Education, Economics
University of Ibadan
NigeriaSkills
- Program management
- Budgeting and grant reporting
- Curriculum development
- Family engagement and advocacy
- Staff supervision
- Case management
- Crisis intervention
- Trauma-informed care
- Adult and early childhood education
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Educational management systems
- Data analysis tools
Certification
- CPR
- First Aid
- Trauma Informed Care
- Verified Certificate in Mental Health History and Treatment (AlaskaX)
- Verified Certificate in Leading with Effective Communication (Inclusive Leadership Training) by CATALYSTX
- Verified Certificate in Early Childhood Development: Global Strategies for Implementation by HarvardX
Education Credentials
- Master of Social Work (MSW), University of Ibadan, Nigeria, WES Evaluation: Evaluated by WES as equivalent to a U.S. Master of Social Work
- Bachelor of Education (Adult Education) & Economics, University of Ibadan, Nigeria, Verified by World Education Services (WES) as equivalent to U.S. Master’s degree
Core Competencies
Program Management, Staff Supervision, Strategic Planning, Budgeting, Curriculum Development, Head Start Standards, Adult Education, Case Management, Family Support Services, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Informed Care, Economic Impact Analysis, Data-Driven Decision Making, Resource Allocation
Timeline
Education Manager
Next Door Foundation
04.2024 - Current
Family Advocate Specialist
Next Door Foundation
01.2018 - 01.2024
Head Start Teacher
Next Door Foundation
01.2017 - 01.2018
Master of Social Work -
University of Ibadan
Bachelor of Education - Adult Education, Economics
University of Ibadan