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Devell Porter

Yorkville,IL

Summary

Professional coach skilled in fostering growth and development among clients. Adept at creating tailored strategies that drive personal and professional success. Valued for collaborative approach and results-oriented mindset, with strong emphasis on adaptability and dependability.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Community and Development Coach

Grooming Champions
06.2014 - Current
  • Encouraged character development and teamwork through transformational teachings and practical application
  • Transformation coach, mentor, and educational consultant for schools, holistic & sports organizations
  • Worked with over 1000+ clients in tenure to identify personal and professional goals, developing tailored action plans and providing ongoing support to facilitate progress and success
  • Assisted clients in developing new habits and behaviors, offering strategies for overcoming obstacles and maintaining long-term changes face to face, via phone, text messaging, email and zoom
  • Supported students, athletes and community clients transitioning from incarceration, substance abuse issues connecting them with additional resources and support networks, including higher education, therapists, support groups, and community services
  • Conducted workshops for educators and corporate leaders focused on leadership development, stress management, and team building
  • Collected and analyzed evaluation information that measures the success of the organization's program efforts

Program Director

CSO Multiplex
10.2019 - 06.2023
  • Managed and booked rental space for 62,000 sq ft community multiplex facility
  • Acted as liaison between departments, facilitating clear and efficient communication to support smooth operations for employees and clients
  • Trained, supervised and evaluated staff of 10+ while enforcing facility policies and procedures
  • Developed new proposals, contracts and procedures to draw in more clients and streamline work operations
  • Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help to evolve and grow organization
  • Supported and maintained programs that engage members socially, culturally, and intellectually and that reflect the diversity of the multiplex
  • Participated in outcome measurement processes and other evaluation programs, including annual assessments

Athletic & Programs Director

Foss Park District
01.2007 - 01.2010
  • Oversaw staff in the timely submission of grant applications and progress reports for funders
  • Created sponsorship proposals, packages, and promotional flyers to support program growth
  • Organized and attended monthly board meetings, prepared meeting minutes, and distributed them
  • Fostered culture of innovation, encouraging development of cutting-edge solutions
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas
  • Guided students and community participants holistically and mentally, incorporating values to foster personal growth and resilience
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations

Vocational Ed Teacher

Westside Holistic Family Services
01.2003 - 01.2006
  • Served as a mentor to students, providing guidance, support, and encouragement to foster personal growth, resilience, and academic success
  • Worked as a vocational education teacher, delivering engaging and practical lessons to develop students' career skills and prepare them for the workforce
  • Conducted assessments for 75 students monthly, evaluating their academic, social, and emotional needs to develop tailored intervention plans
  • Collaborated with the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) to ensure assessments were aligned with state requirements and focused on the best interests of each child
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Provided crisis management support, assisting students and families in navigating immediate challenges and connecting them with appropriate emergency services
  • Monitored and tracked the progress of students, providing regular updates and adjusting intervention strategies to ensure positive outcomes

Education

Some College - Behavioral Science/Psychology

East - West University

Skills

  • Empathy building
  • Personal development
  • Task delegation
  • Coaching techniques
  • Proposal development
  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Strategic planning
  • Relationship building
  • Training facilitation
  • Staff development
  • Motivation strategies

Certification

Trauma Informed Coach - The Centre For Healing - March 12, 2024

Timeline

Program Director

CSO Multiplex
10.2019 - 06.2023

Community and Development Coach

Grooming Champions
06.2014 - Current

Athletic & Programs Director

Foss Park District
01.2007 - 01.2010

Vocational Ed Teacher

Westside Holistic Family Services
01.2003 - 01.2006

Some College - Behavioral Science/Psychology

East - West University

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