GWENETTA COOK-HUDDLESTON
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Dedicated educator with strong foundation in curriculum development and student engagement. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within teams and adapt to evolving educational needs. Equipped with expertise in instructional strategies, classroom management, and fostering positive learning environment. Consistently focused on achieving tangible results and supporting student success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructor (Remote)
HomeBridge
12.2023 - 10.2024
- Taught Caregivers in a virtual classroom setting.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Cultivated a culture of critical thinking and inquiry, preparing students for real-world problem-solving.
- Handled admissions and attendance reports for 100 students daily in professional education courses.
- Facilitated online mental health course for 25-35 students to promote effective, tailored learning.
Training Supervisor (Remote)
Institute on Aging
07.2021 - 07.2024
- Coordinated and facilitated training sessions, workshops, and webinars.
- Managed employees in a remote 24/7 call center taking inbound and outbound calls.
- Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, accelerating their integration into the company culture and work environment.
- Streamlined training processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness, resulting in higher employee retention rates.
- Enhanced employee performance by developing comprehensive training programs tailored to department needs.
- Managed new employee orientation training process for more than 100 employees each year.
- Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires.
Home Visitation Manager
Folsom Cordova Community Partnership
05.2019 - 07.2024
- Supervised Home Visitors and AmeriCorps members who carried individual caseloads of up to 20 families whom Child Protective Services referred.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules, and monitored performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Program Manager
United Cerebral Palsy
03.2018 - 07.2024
- Managed a day program for disabled adults and seniors
- Developed Behavior plans and Service plans.
Northern Regional Director
Marchel Care Homes
06.2016 - 07.2024
- Managed 10 care homes
- Acted as liaison between Regional Centers and external agencies
- Ensured homes were following Title 17 and 22
- Wrote and followed IPP, CP Plans, and RHC Plans
- Ensured the maintenance of a Therap tracking system.
Service Coordinator
Alta California Regional Center
04.2015 - 07.2024
- Managed a caseload of up to 90 clients with disabilities
- Acted as a liaison between Alta and external agencies
- Advocated for clients
- Conducted and created IPPs and Program Plans.
- Served as a primary point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries, providing updates, and ensuring overall satisfaction with services rendered.
Youth Program Specialist
Kansas State University
11.2010 - 07.2024
- Worked with military families
- Recruited and managed volunteers
- Facilitated training for individuals and groups
- Expanded the OMK program.
Northern Regional Director
Friends Outside (CDCR)
06.2007 - 07.2024
- Managed ten Visitor Centers located at state prisons throughout Northern California, consisting of resources, childcare, clothing closet, and transportation services.
- Produced 10 reports per week to analyze job performance against team goals.
Outreach Specialist
Washington School
02.2020 - 10.2020
- Conducted intakes and home visits to students who were at risk.
- Interviewed, screened, enrolled, and sourced 20 new students a month.
- Increased community engagement by implementing targeted outreach strategies and regularly participating in relevant events.
- Developed successful partnerships with local organizations for mutually beneficial collaboration and resource sharing.
- Delivered presentations to interested groups and answered wide-ranging questions about available offerings.
Program Manager
Sacramento Children's Home
10.2013 - 03.2015
- Managed a 24/7 Crisis program
- Implemented program budgets
- Completed audits and reports for accuracy
- Managed and supervised direct support staff including hiring, training, evaluating, scheduling, and reviewing payroll.
- Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
- Coached team members on professional development opportunities, contributing to improved overall performance.
FSNEP Program Coordinator II
University of Davis
01.2006 - 05.2007
- Taught nutrition education to students and parents in schools with more than 90% of students receiving food stamps
- Developed and implemented curriculum.
- Developed marketing materials to promote program offerings, increasing awareness and participation rates among target audiences.
- Created comprehensive reports on program progress, presenting findings to stakeholders and adjusting strategies as needed.
Education
Master of Arts (MPA)-Public Administration -
National University
Sacramento, CA11.2011
Bachelor of Arts (BA)- Early Childhood Education -
Humphrey's University
Stockton, CA06.2009
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Non-Profit Management
- Public Speaking
- Special Education
- Staff Training
- Policy Implementation
- Problem-Solving
- Project Management
- Online Instruction
- Proficient in Windows, and Chrome
- Staffing and scheduling
- Budget Planning
- Cultural Sensitivity
Timeline
Instructor (Remote)
HomeBridge
12.2023 - 10.2024
Training Supervisor (Remote)
Institute on Aging
07.2021 - 07.2024
Outreach Specialist
Washington School
02.2020 - 10.2020
Home Visitation Manager
Folsom Cordova Community Partnership
05.2019 - 07.2024
Program Manager
United Cerebral Palsy
03.2018 - 07.2024
Northern Regional Director
Marchel Care Homes
06.2016 - 07.2024
Service Coordinator
Alta California Regional Center
04.2015 - 07.2024
Program Manager
Sacramento Children's Home
10.2013 - 03.2015
Youth Program Specialist
Kansas State University
11.2010 - 07.2024
Northern Regional Director
Friends Outside (CDCR)
06.2007 - 07.2024
FSNEP Program Coordinator II
University of Davis
01.2006 - 05.2007
Master of Arts (MPA)-Public Administration -
National University
Bachelor of Arts (BA)- Early Childhood Education -
Humphrey's University
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