D. Berry
Alexandria,VA
Summary
A professional with strong leadership skills and extensive experience in mentoring and
counseling at risk youth from inner city and other surrounding underserved areas and exemplifying positive outcomes in servicing these communities. Exceptionally organized and disciplined in problem solving, human resource management, program development, policy administration, budget formulation, disciplinary and counseling services. Strive to provide excellent leadership skills to staff and provide services to the agency and youth clients as well as recommend extraordinary conflict resolution solutions to management.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Football Coach
Sidwell Friends
06.2019 - Current
- Conditioned, provided developmental training to team build with players.
- Observed plays and made play calls to head coach from sky booth and sidelines.
- Monitored and adjusted weight room programs for all players.
- Managed and trained linebackers.
- Assisted Defensive Coordinator with all other duties as assigned.
Educational Aide/Behavioral Tech
Roosevelt Stay High School
01.2019 - Current
- Managed workflows of classroom volunteers and trained on school procedures.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery
- Managed workflows of classroom volunteers and trained on school procedures
- Maintained head count and attendance sheets
Bartender
Marriott International
04.2018 - 09.2018
- Deliver a consistently high level of customer service to each client and maintain a safe environment by identifying problem clients and having them removed
- Keep the bar area clean in accordance with the company’s guidelines as well as the requirements of the local health department
- Maintain an accurate cash drawer throughout the night and be able to account for any and all discrepancies in the final drawer tally
- Mix all drinks based on the serving sizes as outlined in the company manual to keep drink costs at a minimum
- Develop an efficient work pace that keeps the customers at the bar and in the dining room satisfied at all times.
Director
Teen After School, Arlington, Parks & Recreation
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Provide supervision and management to the Recreation staff and Children
- Interview, hire seasonal staff, create weekly schedules, supervise and manage Recreational Facility
- Lead and carry out the year around planning of the after school program
- Lead in the development of the summer camp program
- Manage incidental reports and provide updates and report conflicts.
Youth Development Program Director
Family Matters of Greater
, Washington
09.2012 - 01.2017
- Provide supervision and management to the Youth Development staff and perform human resource duties, i.e., interview, hire seasonal staff, supervise and manage office staff
- Assist with the development of the budget for the summer camp program
- Develop and approve creative activities, curriculum to keep staff and campers engaged in fun learning
- Manage office support in the central office as well as the camp office
- Develop and update policies and procedures and assist with resolving conflicts between staff and campers
- Manage incidental reports and provide updates and report conflicts, program and budget shortfalls to management.
Football Varsity Assistant Coach/Jr. Varsity Defensive Coordinator
Wakefield High School
Arlington, VA
06.2012 - 06.2013
- Conditioned, provided developmental training to team build with players.
- Observed plays and made play calls to head coach from sky booth and sidelines.
- Monitored and adjusted weight room programs for all players, managed and trained linebackers.
- Assisted Defensive Coordinator with all other duties as assigned.
Program Coordinator/Recreation Specialist
Camp Moss Hollow, Family Matters of Greater Washington
, .C.
06.2009 - 08.2012
- Supervised and managed staff at overnight at-risk youth camp program
- Managed and scheduled weekly camp activities ensuring all are age, gender and grade-level appropriate
- Coordinated and hosted campsite tours and provided information for parents, prospective participants and visitors
- Performed administrative safety tasks, at pickup and drop-off locations maintaining and tracking participant medical shot records and other important participant demographic data files in organized manner
- Obtained swimming pool lifeguard certifications; as well as cleaned and inspected housekeeping of camp housing facilities
- Also, conducted and attended departmental meetings, answered calls of technical and non-technical nature, and performed other duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Led onboarding actives for 15 employees to equip staff in daily responsibilities.
Recreation Staff
Campus, Student Life Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, N.C.
09.2011 - 05.2012
- Organized and managed records of student logs and reported out to campus administrators
- Supervised and monitored facility as well as maintained activities calendar, checked mail and answered calls
- Inspected facility housekeeping to ensure it was sanitary, and reported cleaning needs
- Officiated intramural sporting events, and performed other duties as assigned by facilities manager.
- Saved $5000 by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems.
- Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers
- Ordered and maintained all recreational equipment
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety
Leadership Training Program/House Camp Counselor
Family Matters Of Greater Washington
Markham, VA
06.2005 - 08.2008
- Managed and expedited various projects for large groups that were both camp and community-oriented
- Organized, prepared, and served three meals daily to campers and staff members
- Monitored and ensured safety of campers (ages 6-14).
- Developed team communications and information for meetings
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
Instructor/Teaching Assistant
Sylvan Learning Center
Alexandria, VA
10.2006 - 05.2007
- Assisted and prepared children (ages 6-12) for tutoring sessions and assembled reports and organized instructors’ materials
- Managed instructors’ schedules and filed student reports
- Answered telephone calls and assisted with housekeeping needs and performed other duties as assigned by Center’s Director.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education/Health/Sports Management Administration
Elizabeth City State University
08.2007 - 05.2012
High School Diploma - undefined
Wakefield High School
09.2003 - 06.2007
Skills
Motivational leadership style
Team Bonding
Recruitment
Performance improvements
Schedule Management
Strategic planning
Goal Setting
Nondiscriminatory practices
Verbal and written communication
Sports injuries training
Offensive and defensive strategy
Game rules
Certification
First Aid
Timeline
Assistant Football Coach
Sidwell Friends
06.2019 - Current
Educational Aide/Behavioral Tech
Roosevelt Stay High School
01.2019 - Current
Bartender
Marriott International
04.2018 - 09.2018
Director
Teen After School, Arlington, Parks & Recreation
01.2017 - 03.2018
Youth Development Program Director
Family Matters of Greater
09.2012 - 01.2017
Football Varsity Assistant Coach/Jr. Varsity Defensive Coordinator
Wakefield High School
06.2012 - 06.2013
Recreation Staff
Campus, Student Life Elizabeth City State University
09.2011 - 05.2012
Program Coordinator/Recreation Specialist
Camp Moss Hollow, Family Matters of Greater Washington
06.2009 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education/Health/Sports Management Administration
Elizabeth City State University
08.2007 - 05.2012
Instructor/Teaching Assistant
Sylvan Learning Center
10.2006 - 05.2007
Leadership Training Program/House Camp Counselor
Family Matters Of Greater Washington
06.2005 - 08.2008
High School Diploma - undefined
Wakefield High School
09.2003 - 06.2007