DONNIE LESHANE COOK JR
Houston,TX
Summary
High-energy Recreational Leader adept at developing exciting calendar events to maximize budgetary resources while fulfilling community desires. Talented problem-solver with personable and open style.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Teen Director
YMCA Of Greater Houston
11.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with association leadership, center leadership, schools, and community organizations, to plan and develop (Leadership, Inspiration, Fellowship and Education) in all teens within the northeast and central southwest region.
- Recruit, hire, train, develop, schedule and direct YMCA staff and volunteers
- Grew teen participation and presence within region from three centers and two off site locations to six centers and four off site locations
- Became the designated train the trainer CPR instructor for my organization
Program Director
YMCA Of Greater Houston
08.2017 - 11.2023
- Supervise over a hundred staff while overseeing our largest summer camp location in Houston averaging 500 children and multiple after school sites throughout the school year
- Strengthened relationship with Aldine ISD partners and increased number of after school programs from three to twelve sites.
- Hire, manage, and train staff to assure they are operating quality programs according to state licensing minimum standards
- Create and train staff to implement curriculum with the children.
E-Commerce Specialist
Conns Corporate
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Maintained working knowledge of company products, services and promotions.
- Interacted with and sold to e-commerce customers and delivered prompt and courteous service.
- Met or exceeded sales goals and worked as team player in supporting other sales.
- Displayed positive, professional, friendly and high-energy willingness to assist customers through telephone interactions.
Program Manager
YMCA Of Greater Houston
08.2016 - 01.2017
- Actively worked within after school operations each afternoon, building and developing campus relationships with principals and school staff, improved the overall quality of our afterschool and camp programs.
- Ensured that all assigned sites are in compliance with licensing and YMCA standards.
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
Summer Camp Lead Staff
YMCA Of Greater Houston
01.2014 - 08.2016
- Communicated with parents, coordinated field trips and managed camp administration.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
Service Agent
Enterprise Holdings, Trucking
11.2016 - 01.2018
- Clean and prepare vehicles to rent
- Inspect vehicles for damage and ensure that all features are functioning correctly
- Deliver vehicles to designated personnel and assist customers when needed.
After School Site Director
YMCA Of Greater Houston
10.2012 - 08.2016
- Overseen an after school program; communicated with faculty, coworkers, parents and children
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Assisted with homework, implemented STEM activities, utilized HEPA curriculum to keep the children active, and assured that all parties were satisfied.
Teen Achievers Coordinator
YMCA Of Greater Houston
08.2014 - 01.2016
- Mentored a group of adolescents, built solid and trusting rapport with families, and fostered trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Implementing curriculum geared towards college readiness, service learning, leadership, and youth & government.
Preschool Teachers Assistance
YMCA Of Greater Houston
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Assists teachers in providing a positive learning environment and experience for children, parents and staff
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Implement early learning curriculum within the established guidelines to ensure all children are school ready
Camp Counselor
YMCA Of Greater Houston
04.2012 - 01.2013
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Responded to emergency situations by following first-aid guidelines and coordinating with medical personnel for participants requiring medical attention.
Education
Criminal Justice
Lonestar North Harris
Houston, TexasCriminal Justice
Sam Houston State
Huntsville, TexasSkills
- Safety Rules Enforcement
- Community Involvement
- Medication Administration
- Curriculum Development
- Staff Development
- CPR Train the Trainer
Timeline
Regional Teen Director
YMCA Of Greater Houston
11.2022 - Current
E-Commerce Specialist
Conns Corporate
08.2019 - 01.2020
Program Director
YMCA Of Greater Houston
08.2017 - 11.2023
Service Agent
Enterprise Holdings, Trucking
11.2016 - 01.2018
Program Manager
YMCA Of Greater Houston
08.2016 - 01.2017
Teen Achievers Coordinator
YMCA Of Greater Houston
08.2014 - 01.2016
Preschool Teachers Assistance
YMCA Of Greater Houston
08.2014 - 05.2015
Summer Camp Lead Staff
YMCA Of Greater Houston
01.2014 - 08.2016
After School Site Director
YMCA Of Greater Houston
10.2012 - 08.2016
Camp Counselor
YMCA Of Greater Houston
04.2012 - 01.2013
Criminal Justice
Lonestar North Harris
Criminal Justice
Sam Houston State
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