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I was proud that we were able to create a program "aggressive"dogs were scared able to socialize
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Crystal Lambert

Crystal Lambert

Teacher, Volunteer At An Animal Shelter In Charlottesville As Well As The Food Pantry "Fishes And Loaves "and BLESSINGS Where Families Can Borrow Expensive Medical Supplies That Supplies That They Cant Afford But Desperately Need
Ruckersville/Barboursville,VA

Summary

Dynamic Adoption Counselor with a proven track record at Charlottesville Albemarle SPCA, excelling in community engagement and budget management. Spearheaded outreach programs that significantly enhanced public participation and established vital partnerships. Known for creativity and integrity, I championed initiatives that improved local welfare and fostered a collaborative environment. It was important to remember not to judge these families we're looking for the best, safest home not the perfect home for every animal. Without a doubt the shelter is not the perfect home for any animal they all tend to go downhill within weeks of being stuck in the shelter and without the consistency of their families, we work hard to make their stay at the shelter as pleasant as possible but the shelter is not a home no matter how attached we get. It's imperative that we put our feelings aside and do what's best for the animal and the families.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Adoption Councilor

Charlottesville Albemarla Spca
09.2018 - Current
  • Organized town hall meetings to encourage open dialogue between residents and local government representatives.
  • Collaborated with other council members to develop strategic plans for community growth.
  • Improved community engagement by developing and implementing outreach programs.
  • Established partnerships with local non-profits to address pressing social issues such as homelessness or mental health accessibly within the community.
  • Coordinated volunteer efforts during disaster relief situations, providing critical support to affected families and individuals.
  • Championed environmental sustainability efforts within the community, leading to increased participation in recycling programs.
  • Enhanced public awareness of available resources through regular communication and social media updates.
  • Implemented data-driven decision-making practices, utilizing research studies to inform policy direction.
  • Streamlined internal processes, increasing efficiency and reducing overall operational costs.
  • Continually sought feedback from constituents through surveys and forums, incorporating valuable input into future planning and decision-making processes.
  • Participated in budget planning sessions, ensuring responsible allocation of funds for key projects and programs.
  • Managed grant applications on behalf of the council, securing funding for vital infrastructure improvements and social programs.
  • Mentored junior staff members, fostering professional development opportunities within the council office.
  • Promoted diversity and inclusion within the council by organizing workshops and training sessions for staff members.
  • Reviewed proposed legislation, advocating for policies that positively impacted the community at large.
  • Oversaw public safety initiatives, working closely with law enforcement agencies to maintain a secure environment for all residents.
  • Spearheaded fundraising campaigns that secured essential financial support for community initiatives.
  • Supported small businesses during economic challenges by establishing relief funds and advisory services.
  • Enhanced local transport systems by advocating for improvements and expansions of public transportation options.
  • Kept up with news on daily basis to stay informed about local, regional, national and international events.
  • Negotiated agreements with developers to include affordable housing in new projects, increasing access for low-income residents.
  • Presented more than Number legislative addresses, group talks and public events.
  • Conducted head counts to help predict outcome of upcoming votes.
  • Obtained over $Amount in funding for Type region over course of Number years.
  • Drafted legislation and amendments, wrote government policies and established budgets.
  • Used public gatherings, community events and direct relations to keep constituents happy and informed.
  • Led budget planning sessions, ensuring fiscal responsibility and prioritization of essential community services.
  • Influenced positive changes in local education policies, advocating for increased funding and resources for public schools.
  • Managed office with Number permanent staff, Number interns and Number volunteers.
  • Led task force to address homelessness, resulting in establishment of new shelter programs and support services.
  • Improved community engagement by organizing and hosting public forums on important local issues.
  • Coordinated with emergency services to develop and implement disaster response plans, enhancing community resilience.
  • Increased public participation in council meetings with introduction of online streaming and interactive sessions.
  • Advocated for preservation of local heritage sites, securing funding for restoration projects.
  • Enhanced public trust through transparent communication and regular updates on council activities and decisions.
  • Developed and strengthened political partnerships to further agendas.
  • Streamlined council processes for efficiency, reducing paperwork and improving response times to public inquiries.
  • Alerted constituents of government actions and programs by way of newsletters, personal appearances at town meetings and individual meetings.
  • Facilitated partnerships with local businesses to promote economic development and job creation.
  • Improved resident satisfaction with council services by implementing customer service training program for staff.
  • Championed environmental sustainability projects, leading to adoption of green initiatives and practices by council.
  • Promoted health and wellness initiatives, resulting in development of new community recreation centers and programs.
  • Fostered climate of collaboration between general public, city manager, and members of city council.
  • Conducted comprehensive community surveys to gather feedback and better inform council decisions.
  • Developed and implemented strategies for enhanced public safety, leading to noticeable reduction in community crime rates.
  • Engaged with youth organizations to understand and address needs of younger community members, fostering sense of inclusion and support.
  • Oversaw allocation of council grants to community groups, supporting wide range of local initiatives and programs.
  • Just to be clear this was an animal shelter and our goal was to make sure that each animal ended up in the right home whether that meant calling their vet to make sure that their current animals were up to date on vaccinations or doing a home visit to ensure that the home was safe, we went out of our way to make sure that this would be their permanent home not the shelter.

Hospice and Home Care

Individual Families
08.2014 - Current
  • Oversaw allocation of council grants to community groups, supporting wide range of local initiatives and programs.
  • Organized town hall meetings to encourage open dialogue between residents and local government representatives.
  • Collaborated with other council members to develop strategic plans for community growth.
  • Improved community engagement by developing and implementing outreach programs.

Sbstitute Teacher

Charlottesville and Albemarle
09.2022 - 02.2024
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
  • Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
  • Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
  • Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
  • Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
  • Improved learning outcomes with tailored instruction for diverse student needs.
  • Enhanced student engagement by implementing interactive teaching methods.
  • Assisted in development of individualized education plans for students requiring additional support, contributing to their academic success.
  • Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
  • Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
  • Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.
  • Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
  • Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study by following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
  • Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
  • Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
  • Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
  • I only left after a serious automobile accident where I was ejected from the car and broke my neck among others serious injuries I had hoped to return to substitute teaching but those jobs just aren't as available as they were prior to my accident.

Education

Practical Nursing

Martha Jefferson School of Practical Nursing, Charlottesville Virginia

Associate of Science - Anatommy And Phsiology

Albemarle High School, Albemarle Virginia
05.2004

Skills

Meeting facilitation

Creativity and innovation

Community engagement

Budgeting and finance

Ethics and integrity

I was proud that we were able to create a program "aggressive"dogs were scared able to socialize

The pandemic shut most of that down unfortunately I'm brought in a new Administration and board so I'm not sure how these programs are doing now but I intend to check it out this weekend since this brought it up front in my mind. I have a special needs cats myself that keep me very busy but I wouldn't change a thing about them they're absolutely perfection.

Timeline

Sbstitute Teacher - Charlottesville and Albemarle
09.2022 - 02.2024
Adoption Councilor - Charlottesville Albemarla Spca
09.2018 - Current
Hospice and Home Care - Individual Families
08.2014 - Current
Martha Jefferson School of Practical Nursing - , Practical Nursing
Albemarle High School - Associate of Science, Anatommy And Phsiology

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