Diquan Christopher
After School Program Director
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Strategic Supervisor with expertise prioritizing projects, planning workflow and managing employees to achieve operational goals. Resourceful individual with two years of active experience managing efforts within deadline-driven environments. Diplomatic individual with strong leadership and decision-making skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Program Director
New York Edge
01.2023 - Current
- Partnered with local businesses to provide internships or volunteer opportunities for high school-aged participants seeking workforce experience.
- Monitored student progress through data-driven assessments and adjusted program offerings accordingly to maximize impact on learning outcomes.
- Coordinated transportation services for participating families, increasing access for those without personal transportation means.
- Enhanced student engagement by developing and implementing innovative after-school programs.
- Boosted parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication channels and hosting regular meetings to discuss progress.
- Developed individualized learning plans for students, resulting in personalized support and increased achievement levels.
Assistant Director
New York Edge
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Trained and mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations.
- Led teams of up to 8 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
- Assessed risks associated with team activities and implemented appropriate procedures to mitigate potential problems.
- Supported continuous process and performance improvement for manufacturing issues, robustness and compliance.
- Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate, and compliant documentation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Medgar Evers College
1650 Bedford Avenue 08.2012 - 06.2021
Skills
- Staff Management
Safety management
Strategic planning
Security awareness
Relationship building and networking
Timeline
Program Director
New York Edge
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Director
New York Edge
07.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Medgar Evers College
08.2012 - 06.2021