Destini Montez
Denver,CO
Summary
Growth-minded professional seeking to leverage a strong background in community coordination while expanding my leadership and event planning capabilities within a forward-thinking environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Development Coordinator
Youth Employment Academy
Denver, CO
06.2022 - 04.2026
- Coordinated youth development programs, fostering engagement and participation among diverse groups.
- Supported the social emotional needs of young people from a trauma-informed perspective, by conducting comprehensive needs assessments to design individualized roadmaps for mental health, academic, and professional support.
- Implemented training workshops, enhancing participants' skills and readiness for employment opportunities.
- Collaborated with local organizations to enhance community partnerships, expanding support services for youth development.
- Managed participant records and documentation, ensuring accurate tracking of individual progress and needs.
- Developed resource materials to provide accessible information, empowering program participants in their development journey.
- Cultivated an inclusive environment by encouraging open dialogue among staff members and young adults about cultural differences within our programs.
Enrichment Coordinator
Denver Public Schools
Denver, CO
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Aligned interests and resources through partnerships with community, families, and administration to enhance program effectiveness.
- Administered afterschool programs across schools, ensuring families accessed diverse and affordable programming.
- Observed teaching methods and examined learning materials to evaluate and standardize curricula, improving educational quality.
Mentor / Tutor
Austin Partners In Education
Austin, TX
08.2019 - 12.2020
- Planned targeted lessons to address weak subjects and enhance student skills.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify skill gaps, and improve academic performance.
- Maintained accurate student logs and documentation to support tracking of progress and compliance.
Teacher
Primrose School Of Westlake At Entrada
Westlake, TX
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Developed and delivered integrated lessons aligned with national standards to enhance student engagement.
- Engaged parents, students, and faculty through regular communication to foster collaboration on instructional strategies.
- Tracked and documented students' academic, social, and emotional progress to inform personalized support and interventions.
Cashier
Bath And Body Works, Limited Brands
San Antonio, TX
12.2015 - 01.2017
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by proactively addressing needs and resolving concerns.
- Reconciled cash drawer at shift start and end, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.
- Executed store opening, closing, and shift-change procedures, ensuring accurate daily drawer counts.
- Maintained optimal stock levels through conducting inventory counts and placing timely merchandise orders.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of North Texas
Denton, TXSkills
- Program development
- Grant management
- Program evaluation
- Community collaboration
- Partnership development
- Resource Development
- Diversity practices
- Conflict resolution
- Feedback and active listening
Timeline
Youth Development Coordinator
Youth Employment Academy
06.2022 - 04.2026
Enrichment Coordinator
Denver Public Schools
12.2021 - 05.2022
Mentor / Tutor
Austin Partners In Education
08.2019 - 12.2020
Teacher
Primrose School Of Westlake At Entrada
01.2018 - 05.2019
Cashier
Bath And Body Works, Limited Brands
12.2015 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of North Texas