Galen Wesson
Bronx, New York RELOCATING TO
Summary
Strategic youth workforce development leader with a proven record of designing, managing, and scaling high-impact programs that drive student engagement, workforce readiness, and postsecondary success. Experienced in supervising teams, managing internship pipelines, and building cross-sector partnerships with NYC DOE and community-based organizations. Grounded in culturally responsive practice with lived experience across diverse regions of the United States.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Internship Coordinator
Counseling In Schools
New York, NY
10.2022 - Current
- Manage internship pipeline for 25+ students annually including placement, performance, and retention.
- Provide career coaching and job readiness support to 30+ students annually.
- Serve as Success Mentor supporting cohorts and broader student engagement initiatives.
- Supervise 20+ staff ensuring alignment in program delivery.
- Facilitate workshops for 25+ students on career readiness and workplace skills.
- Coordinate college and career trips for 30–40 students per experience.
- Collaborate with DOE and CBO partners to deliver youth programming.
- Ensure compliance with DYCD, COMPASS, and 21CCLC frameworks.
Beacon Program Director
Brooklyn Community Services
Brooklyn, NY
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Directed multi-component youth programming aligned with academic and workforce outcomes.
- Supervised staff and strengthened partnerships with schools and community organizations.
- Managed compliance, reporting, and program evaluation processes.
- Designed initiatives increasing student engagement and career awareness.
Afterschool Program Director
Good Shepherd Services
Bronx, NY
01.2020 - 08.2021
- Supervised 20+ staff and managed program operations and curriculum.
- Integrated arts and STEAM programming to enhance engagement.
- Adapted programming during COVID-19 for virtual delivery.
Facilitator / Assistant Community School Director
The Leadership Program
New York, NY
09.2016 - 01.2020
- Facilitated culturally responsive arts and leadership programming.
- Led interdisciplinary projects across arts disciplines.
- Delivered violence prevention and conflict resolution programs.
Education
Master of Fine Arts - Acting
California Institute of the Arts
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Performance
Florida A&M University
Skills
- Youth Workforce Development Strategy
- Program Leadership & Staff Supervision (20 Staff)
- Internship Pipeline Management (25 Students)
- Student Engagement & Attendance Intervention
- Community Schools & Extended Learning Models
- DOE & CBO Partnership Development
- Career Readiness & Postsecondary Pathways
- Program Compliance (DYCD, COMPASS, 21CCLC)
CORE LEADERSHIP AREAS
- Youth Workforce Development Strategy
- Program Leadership & Staff Supervision (20+ Staff)
- Internship Pipeline Management (25+ Students)
- Student Engagement & Attendance Intervention
- Community Schools & Extended Learning Models
- DOE & CBO Partnership Development
- Career Readiness & Postsecondary Pathways
- Program Compliance (DYCD, COMPASS, 21CCLC)
Timeline
Internship Coordinator
Counseling In Schools
10.2022 - Current
Beacon Program Director
Brooklyn Community Services
10.2021 - 10.2022
Afterschool Program Director
Good Shepherd Services
01.2020 - 08.2021
Facilitator / Assistant Community School Director
The Leadership Program
09.2016 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Performance
Florida A&M University
Master of Fine Arts - Acting
California Institute of the Arts