Creative youth development specialist with a strong foundation in mentorship, program coordination, and community outreach. Combines experience in arts-based programming with operational support to deliver engaging and transformative experiences for youth. Committed to building relationships within supportive environments that promote growth and confidence.
Overview
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11
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years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director
Boys and Girls Clubs Middle TN
Nashville, TN
08.2026 - Current
Developed and implemented youth development programs, increasing community engagement and participation.
Collaborated with staff to refine program delivery, leading to higher participant satisfaction.
Managed budgets and resources to optimize club operations and support program success.
Barista
Starbucks
Nashville
09.2024 - 03.2026
Streamlined operations in fast-paced customer service environments to enhance customer experience.
Exhibited adaptability, communication, and multitasking skills in high-volume settings to ensure smooth service delivery.
Contributed to Green Apron Creators program, representing Starbucks nationally by developing and marketing creative content across social platforms.
Creative Youth Development Specialist
Boys and Girls Clubs of TN Valley
05.2015 - 08.2022
Led arts-based youth programming focused on identity development, mentorship, and creative expression for inner-city youth.
Facilitated dance and creative writing activities to encourage engagement, confidence, and emotional development among youth participants.
Developed positive relationships with youth and families, fostering safe and supportive environments that encourage personal growth.
Collaborated with staff to implement educational programming and curriculum standards, ensuring alignment with youth development goals.
Supported program growth by assisting with grant writing, tracking data, and coordinating operations to enhance program effectiveness.
Productions Overseer
Homestyle Bakery
10.2021 - 12.2021
Observed and evaluated bakery production and managed customer experience to ensure health and safety standards while enhancing customer satisfaction.
Dance Instructor
Iconix Gym
Nashville, TN
02.2026
Dance Instructor
Millenium Dance Complex
Nashville, TN
12.2025
Education
B.A - Global Studies
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN
05-2019
B.A - Africana Studies
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN
05-2019
Skills
Youth Mentorship & Engagement Program,
Coordination,
Community Outreach,
Creative Direction,
Dance Instruction/Choreography,
Social Media Content Creation,
Video Editing,
Event Support Curriculum,
Activity Planning,
Grant Support,
Data Entry, Creative Writing Facilitation,
Relationship Building,
Administrative Support,
Operations Coordination
Program development
Data tracking
Budget management
OTHER PROGRAM EXPERIENCE
Green Aprons Creator Program, Pilot Cohort 03/2025 – 03/2026
Corner to Corner Mentorship 2024 – 2024
Creative Futures Collective Mentorship Program 2023 – 2023
Twende Nashville Entrepreneur Center Accelerator Program 2022 – 2023
Creative Futures x Soho House Nashville Mentorship Program 2022 – 2022
ECornell University Entrepreneurship Accelerator Program 2021 – 2021