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Heather Lussier

Jackson Springs,NC

Summary

Highly experienced Program Director with proven success in managing complex projects. Adept at strategic planning, budgeting, and team leadership. Skilled in fostering partnerships and driving change to achieve program goals. In previous roles, have successfully launched new initiatives and streamlined processes for improved outcomes.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Program Director, Adult Literacy, WIOA Title II

The CARE Group, Inc.
West End, NC
04.2021 - Current
  • Spearheaded development of innovative strategies to achieve program goals.
  • Collaborated with external partners to enhance resource utilization for program success.
  • Created strategies to boost public awareness of organization’s services.
  • Managed budgeting processes, including expense tracking and forecasting.
  • Researched funding opportunities to support program initiatives effectively.
  • Organized team meetings, workshops, and events to facilitate collaboration.
  • Monitored performance metrics to assess program effectiveness and drive improvements.
  • Compiled comprehensive reports on program outcomes for stakeholders.

Program Coordinator, Family Literacy

Moore County Literacy Council
Southern Pines, NC
07.2018 - 03.2021
  • Organized special events to promote program mission and increase community awareness.
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of program activities for operational transparency.
  • Monitored budgets and expenditures, providing recommendations for resource optimization.
  • Prepared reports on program progress for management review and strategic planning.
  • Participated in the development of new programs and modifications to existing initiatives.
  • Established partnerships with community organizations to enhance program reach and effectiveness.
  • Secured funding through grant writing and relationship management with donors.

Elementary School Teacher

Scotland County Public Schools
Laurinburg, NC
08.2016 - 12.2017
  • Promoted mutual respect between teachers and students to foster a positive learning environment.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
  • Assessed student progress through various formal and informal evaluation methods.
  • Utilized technology to enhance teaching methodologies and boost student engagement.
  • Facilitated small group activities to support individualized instruction and learning.
  • Tutored students after school to reinforce academic concepts and skills.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance and grades for effective student monitoring.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress, concerns, and achievements.

Education

M. Ed. - Education

Lesley University
Cambridge, MA
11-1998

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Amherst, MA
05-1992

Skills

  • Program and budget management
  • Grant writing and performance monitoring
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Community outreach
  • Innovation and creativity
  • Microsoft Office Suite and Canva
  • Data collection and analysis for improvement

Affiliations

  • Church Executive Council, Secretary
  • Sunday School, co-director, teacher
  • A Boy and a Tree Publications, children's playwright
  • Summer Camps, director, instructor
  • Youth Ministry, co-leader

Certification

  • Certified Motheread® instructor
  • Licensed Elementary Teacher, North Carolina
  • Licensed Elementary Teacher, Massachusetts

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Program Director, Adult Literacy, WIOA Title II

The CARE Group, Inc.
04.2021 - Current

Program Coordinator, Family Literacy

Moore County Literacy Council
07.2018 - 03.2021

Elementary School Teacher

Scotland County Public Schools
08.2016 - 12.2017

M. Ed. - Education

Lesley University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of Massachusetts, Amherst

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