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Gerald Brown

New York,NY

Summary

Dynamic Program Director with over 10+ years of expertise in youth development, specializing in leading and transforming programs to enhance community engagement. Proven ability in strategic planning and talent development, with a strong passion for fostering leadership and growth through innovative program design and mentoring. Committed to driving impactful student experiences and professional sports initiatives while effectively managing large-scale operations. Recognized for implementing innovative solutions that boost productivity and operational effectiveness, alongside a talent for fostering teamwork and adapting to evolving business needs to ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Student and Family Affairs/After School Program

Girls Prep Bronx Middle School
07.2021 - 07.2025
  • Realigned curriculum to support social/emotional learning and the arts while maintaining a consistent roster of 200 students.
    ▪ Maintain compliance with Department of Youth Community Development, Department of Health and Office of Children and Family services guidelines and initiatives.
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Foster a supportive environment for students and families, ensuring effective communication and engagement.
  • Work closely with staff to develop after-school programs that enhance student learning and well-being.
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
  • Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Improved team morale and productivity by implementing comprehensive professional development program.
  • Implement strategies that significantly improve student participation and satisfaction in after-school activities.
  • Maintain accurate records and reports, ensuring compliance with school policies and fostering transparency.
  • Encourage a positive school culture through active listening and addressing the unique needs of families.
  • Create engaging programs that foster student growth, while actively listening to family concerns to build strong relationships.
  • Develops engaging educational program activities for students; facilitating relationships with community leaders, school staff, and families to ensure alignment of programs objectives
    ▪ Led Talent Management strategies to recruit, onboard, coach, and mentor 25 team members

After School Program Site Director

Bronx House/SONYC
11.2016 - 07.2022
  • Directed a dynamic after-school program, enhancing student engagement and satisfaction while managing a diverse team of 16 staff members
  • Maintain compliance with Department of Youth Community, Department of Health and the Office of Child Services.
  • Development guidelines and initiatives,managed budgets and resources efficiently, achieving optimal program performance.
  • Developed mentoring frameworks, boosting student success and staff growth.
  • Implemented creative program initiatives that fostered student development and streamlined resource allocation for maximum impact.
  • Achieved measurable outcomes in student growth through structured mentoring and effective team leadership in program operations.
  • Cultivated a collaborative environment, mentoring staff and students, which led to improved team dynamics and student success.
  • Utilized data-driven strategies to enhance program delivery and maintain budget compliance, ensuring consistent quality standards.
  • Led program enhancements that improved student engagement, achieving measurable increases in satisfaction and performance.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements while continuously seeking opportunities for process improvement based on best practices.
  • Managed a team of professionals, ensuring high-quality performance and adherence to company standards.

After School Program Director

Mount Carmel Holy Rosary School
08.2014 - 08.2016
  • Led after-school programs boosting enrollment by 50%, enhancing student engagement and growth.
  • Managed program budgets and forecasts, ensuring financial success and sustainability.
  • Collaborated with staff to foster a supportive and positive learning environment.
  • Designed curriculum promoting academic and personal development, achieving measurable results.
  • Fostered cross-functional partnerships to enhance student development, implementing structured curriculum frameworks and monitoring progress metrics.
  • Redesigned after-school program structure, introducing interactive learning modules and measurable academic achievement tracking systems.
  • Streamlined program operations through data-driven decision-making, optimizing budget utilization and establishing performance benchmarks.
  • Pioneered comprehensive student development initiatives, creating sustainable growth strategies and measurable academic improvement pathways.
  • Spearheaded student development initiatives, integrating performance tracking systems and achieving 50% growth in after-school program enrollment.
  • Orchestrated data-driven program optimization, aligning resource allocation with student achievement metrics and educational benchmarks.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of current programs using qualitative feedback from stakeholders and quantitative metrics related to student success rates.
  • Improved overall student performance by providing targeted academic support in core subjects.
  • Collaborated with school faculty to identify at-risk students who would benefit from additional support provided through the after-school program.
  • Recruited trained, and supervised a diverse team of staff members, promoting a positive work environment and successful outcomes for students.

Athletic Director

Boys Club of New York
05.2007 - 04.2014
  • Provided athletic program planning, monitoring of academic performance, and daily structured activities for athletes in Soccer, baseball, martial arts, football, and basketball.
  • Provided leadership for policy implementation and logistics related to learning and athletic activities streamlined program operations by establishing clear policies and procedures, resulting in improved athlete participation and academic achievement rates.
  • Coordinated with coaches and academic staff to create integrated development plans, ensuring balanced athletic and academic growth for student participants.
  • Pioneered multi-sport training methodology that enhanced cross-disciplinary skills and reduced training redundancies across athletic programs.
  • Transformed youth athletics program through comprehensive curriculum design, focusing on both physical excellence and academic achievement.
  • Developed cross-sport training methods to enhance athletic performance while integrating academic support, leading to improved student-athlete outcomes.
  • Led strategic overhaul of youth sports programs, implementing structured academic monitoring systems and performance-tracking metrics.

Talent Search Student Counselor/Assistant Director

Boys & Girl Harbor, Inc.
04.1996 - 05.2007
  • Led student placement activities, boosting college acceptance rates.
  • Guided athletes in academics, enhancing performance and confidence.
  • Mentored students, fostering personal growth and career readiness.
  • Developed comprehensive student counseling programs, facilitating successful boarding school placements and guiding college admission processes for diverse student groups.
  • Implemented strategic academic support systems to enhance student achievement, focusing on personalized mentorship and educational pathway development.
  • Fostered partnerships with educational institutions to expand student opportunities, while providing tailored guidance for athletes' academic advancement.
  • Evaluated student performance metrics to create targeted intervention strategies, ensuring optimal academic and personal development outcomes.
  • Pioneered innovative counseling approaches that bridged academic achievement gaps and strengthened student college readiness preparation.
  • Streamlined college admission processes through personalized student counseling, resulting in a substantial increase in acceptance rates and successful placements.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications

University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama
05-1994

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Public Speaking
  • Talent Development
  • Training Design
  • Youth Development
  • Mentoring
  • Program Leadership
  • Relationship Building
  • Program Evaluation
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Team Building
  • Community Outreach
  • Curriculum Development
  • Relationship building
  • Strategic planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • Team management
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Strategies and goals
  • Budget management
  • Budget control
  • Issues resolution
  • Program management
  • Hiring and retention
  • Charismatic leader
  • Partnerships and alliances
  • Crisis management
  • Non-profit management
  • Time management
  • Leadership development
  • Conflict resolution
  • Visionary leadership
  • Performance evaluation and monitoring
  • Performance improvement

Certification

New York State Comprehensive Background Check, Mandated Reporter,

Timeline

Director of Student and Family Affairs/After School Program

Girls Prep Bronx Middle School
07.2021 - 07.2025

After School Program Site Director

Bronx House/SONYC
11.2016 - 07.2022

After School Program Director

Mount Carmel Holy Rosary School
08.2014 - 08.2016

Athletic Director

Boys Club of New York
05.2007 - 04.2014

Talent Search Student Counselor/Assistant Director

Boys & Girl Harbor, Inc.
04.1996 - 05.2007

Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications

University of Alabama At Birmingham

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