Debora Howard
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Dedicated outreach leader with a strong background in family partnership building, resource referral, and case management. Experienced in planning workshops, health fairs, and school-wide events while working closely with staff and community organizations. Focused on helping families access support and build self-sufficiency.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Outreach Specialist
San Francisco Unified School District
09.1990 - Current
- Coordinated San Francisco Unified School District family outreach programs and school community events.
- Connected families with school services, enrollment support, and district resource referrals.
- Collaborated with SFUSD staff, administrators, and community organizations on outreach plans.
- Scheduled and facilitated parent meetings, workshops, and neighborhood information sessions.
- Prepared referrals for support services and resources to assist families in obtaining self-sufficiency.
- Developed comprehensive plans for special events, such as health fairs, fundraisers, and school-wide assemblies.
- Attended case management team meetings district-wide to devise partnerships with truant families.
- Facilitated training sessions aimed at increasing staff knowledge on best practices when working with underserved communities.
- Developed strength-based, solution-focused individualized student goals and action plans to promote permanent housing and self-sufficiency.
- Attended conferences and seminars related to community and parent engagement.
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment drives for various programs within the organization.
- Drafted content for newsletters, brochures and flyers used for public relations purposes.
- Provided individuals and families with information and resources to connect with available programs.
- Planned and managed different community meetings, public forums, and outreach events.
- Served in various leadership roles to plan and manage community activities.
- Gave presentations at public gatherings, community events, and school meetings.
- Developed and coordinated programs, SST meeting schedules, and volunteer recruitment.
- Maintained accurate records and documented student data in company databases.
- Worked closely with disabled or impoverished individuals to locate helpful financial resources and community programs.
- Consulted and collaborated with other community groups and professionals to provide continuity of student-family care.
06.1992 - 06.2024
Recreation Leader
San Francisco Recreation and Parks
Education
Associate of Science -
Wayne County Community College
Detroit, MI06-1975
Some College (No Degree) - Education
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CASan Diego State University
San Diego, CASkills
- Community outreach
- Family engagement
- Event planning
- Resource referral
- Case management
- Program coordination
- Coach
- Family partnership building
Affiliations
Organized and implemented African American committees at various school sites. Teacher Leaders Program from UESF. Co-President of Thomas Paine Tenants Association
Timeline
06.1992 - 06.2024
Community Outreach Specialist
San Francisco Unified School District
09.1990 - Current
Recreation Leader
San Francisco Recreation and Parks
Associate of Science -
Wayne County Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Education
San Francisco State University
San Diego State University