Darrell Marks
Flagstaff,AZ
Summary
Passionate about empowering youth to pursue their dreams and achieve their goals, I am driven to find opportunities that allow me to unleash my potential. With a background in working within schools, I am committed to giving my best every day while staying true to my culture and community. I possess strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, and I excel at adapting to new environments. I am eager to contribute to team success and continue developing my professional skills. I bring a positive attitude and a dedication to continuous learning and growth. Currently, I am seeking a full-time role that offers professional challenges and allows me to utilize my interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Native American Academic Advisor/Mentor
Flagstaff Unified School District
03.2016 - Current
- Aid high school students transitioning from school to the workplace or college/university
- Assist with grades, attendance, and supports, college and career readiness and scholarship completion
- Focusing on training job skills, life skills, and civic interactions with city, tribal, and nonprofit organizations
Cofounder-Board Member
Community Assistance Teams of Flagstaff
06.2021 - Current
- Outreach to unsheltered relatives and provide assistance while establishing social impact relationships with the City government and community
- Seek out nonprofit and for-profit opportunities to generate a greater social impact, while seeking housing solutions
Indigenous Commission
City Of Flagstaff
12.2021 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Co-Founder - Board Member
Indigenous Circle of Flagstaff
08.2015 - Current
- Initiated discussions among different cultural groups to foster understanding, inclusivity, and respect within the diverse population.
- Spearheaded grassroots movements aimed at addressing systemic injustices faced by marginalized populations within the community and for the protection of sacred spaces
- Raised funds for community projects by successfully writing grant proposals and soliciting donations from local businesses and individuals.
- Advocated for policy changes at the city council level to improve conditions for indigenous communities.
- Empowered local residents by providing resources and tools needed to advocate for themselves and their communities.
Cofounder - Board Member
4th World Foundation
07.2020 - Current
- Engaged with larger campaigns to build deeply collaborative partnerships.
- Participated in strategy development and planning to grow organizing program and advance campaigns.
- Established partnerships with various organizations to promote community development and resource sharing.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Eubios Ethics Institute
New, Zealand04-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Indigenous Studies
NAU
Flagstaff, AZ05-2015
Skills
- Instructional Expertise
- Team Leadership
- Project Coordination
- Grassroots Organization
- Youth Advocacy
- Effective Public Speaking
- Effective Facilitation
- Service Excellence
- Event Coordination
- Community Relations Development
- Event Coordination
- Skill Development Training
Accomplishments
AWARDS
Indigenous Ways of Knowing - NAU
Golden Axe Award - NAU
Dean's List - NAU
Viola Award - City of Flagstaff
Rodney Mather Service Award - NAU
President's Award for Ethnic Diversity -NAU
Cal Seciwa Award -NAU
JFK Profiles of Courage
- Supervised team of a large staff members and students.
- Collaborated with team of indigenous leaders and youth in the development of the Indigenous community cultural center and advocacy of the protections of our sacred mountain.
Activities
- Current Indigenous Commissioner of the City of Flagstaff
- Recipient of the JFK Profiles of Courage, Viola Award
- Published co-author of case study for Greater Native American Teaching Strategies
- Board member of Indigenous Circle of Flagstaff, CATs of Flagstaff, South West Center for Equal Justice, CJCC, CCC Bridges Program, Tó Nizhóní Ání, 4th World Foundation
- Candidate for Navajo Nation Tribal Council 2014
Timeline
Indigenous Commission
City Of Flagstaff
12.2021 - Current
Cofounder-Board Member
Community Assistance Teams of Flagstaff
06.2021 - Current
Cofounder - Board Member
4th World Foundation
07.2020 - Current
Native American Academic Advisor/Mentor
Flagstaff Unified School District
03.2016 - Current
Co-Founder - Board Member
Indigenous Circle of Flagstaff
08.2015 - Current
Master of Arts - Counseling
Eubios Ethics Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Indigenous Studies
NAU
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