Gloria Patterson
Maryland Heights,MO
Summary
Experienced non-profit leader with a 15-year track record in strategic planning, program oversight, and fostering community engagement. Specializes in building sustainable programs, securing funding, and enhancing organizational partnerships. Proficient in guiding teams and managing relations with board directors to develop solutions that serve underserved communities in alignment with organizational goal.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Teacher
Normandy Schools Collaborative
Normandy, MO
10.2019 - Current
Planned and taught lessons that met the needs of a diverse student population. Worked with other teachers, support staff, administrators, and parents to ensure successful student outcomes. Tracked student growth and progress, and helped students develop lifelong learning skills and strong study habits to prepare for higher-level education.
Navigation and Support Coordinator
Foster and Adoption Care Coalition
04.2020 - 08.2021
Provided comprehensive support for foster and adoptive families, navigating mental health, educational, and legal systems to improve family outcomes."
College and Community Program Manager
Boys Hope Girls Hope St. Louis
St. Louis
06.2017 - 09.2019
Led a college readiness program for over 100 students, enhancing career prospects through targeted curriculum development and staff management."
Adult Education Instructor & Workforce Development Coordinator
Ritenour Adult Learning Center
11.2014 - 01.2018
Boosted adult learner enrollment by 15% through effective community outreach and partnership development, enhancing vocational training and workforce readiness."
Education
Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) -
Purdue University Global
St. Louis, MOBachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management -
Purdue University Global
St. Louis, MOMaster of Education (M.Ed.) in Educational Psychology -
University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL)
St. Louis, MOSkills
- Strategic Leadership & Governance
- Fundraising & Donor Relations
- Board & Stakeholder Engagement
- Program Development & Oversight
- Public Relations & Media Outreach
- Budgeting & Resource Stewardship
- Volunteer & Staff Management
- Community Partnerships/Engagement
- Compliance & Policy Adherence
- Leadership & Team Building
- Fundraising & Development
- Strategic Planning
- Resource Development
- Public Relations & Media Management
- Trauma Informed Trained Educator
- Social Emotional Skilled Trained
Awards
- Inspiring Teacher Award, 2019
- UMSL Advocacy Award, 2018
- KMOV Proud Educator, 2017
Timeline
Navigation and Support Coordinator
Foster and Adoption Care Coalition
04.2020 - 08.2021
High School Teacher
Normandy Schools Collaborative
10.2019 - Current
College and Community Program Manager
Boys Hope Girls Hope St. Louis
06.2017 - 09.2019
Adult Education Instructor & Workforce Development Coordinator
Ritenour Adult Learning Center
11.2014 - 01.2018
Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) -
Purdue University Global
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management -
Purdue University Global
Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Educational Psychology -
University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL)
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