Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Coordinator/Manager's Assistant
It Takes A Village Inc.
Chicago, IL
05.2023 - 09.2023
Provided direction, guidance and support to team members throughout the duration of projects.
Prepared status reports to communicate progress to stakeholders and management teams.
Ensured compliance with relevant regulations or standards when executing projects across multiple regions.
Conducted risk assessments and identified potential issues that could affect project success.
Managed communication channels between various teams involved in the execution of complex projects.
Contributed ideas towards process improvements that would increase efficiency or productivity levels.
Facilitated meetings between stakeholders to discuss project requirements, objectives or outcomes.
Collaborated with senior leadership on strategic planning initiatives related to future projects.
Educator
Cleveland Metropolitan School District
Cleveland, OH
02.2006 - 03.2020
Established expectations for student behavior while maintaining an atmosphere of mutual respect.
Facilitated discussions with students on current topics related to course material.
Provided appropriate feedback on work, behavior, and attitude towards learning.
Engaged parents in their children's education by providing regular updates about academic performance and classroom activities.
Project Manager
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc
Cleveland, OH
06.2017 - 06.2019
Drafted reports summarizing progress made on projects for review by executive leadership team.
Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers based on company objectives and budget constraints.
Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
Communicated effectively with stakeholders to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.
Facilitated resolution of conflicts between team members when necessary.
Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
Furnished project updates to various stakeholders, informing on strategy, adjustments and progress.
Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Xavier University of Louisiana
New Orleans, LA
05-1991
Skills
Policy enforcement
Collaboration techniques
Conflict resolution
Data analysis
Effective communication
Computer skills
Organization
Planning
Self-Directed
Verbal communication
Dependable and responsible
Public speaking
Affiliations
Active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Former board member of Alpha Omega Foundation
Board Member and co-founder of Community Gardens of Shaker Heights, OH
Served on the Neighborhood Revitalization Committee for the City of Shaker Heights
Accomplishments
I have been promoted from project coordinator to project manager due to my leadership, organizational, communication and analytical skills with ITAV, a non-profit in Chicago, Illlinois
I have received recognition for my teaching methodologies from parents and principals.
I received an acknowledgment from the President of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. for my role as project manager for their cotilion program