Heather B Jeffrey
Chesterfield,VA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Actively assesses expressed needs of individuals/clients to guide program research, creation and deliverables. Seasoned in educational leadership positions. Focused on building and enhancing relationships, meeting service needs and maintaining smooth administration of all operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Facilitator
Challenge Discovery
09.2017 - Current
- Enhanced team collaboration by implementing effective communication strategies and group exercises.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Developed customized curricula tailored to diverse clientele, addressing specific needs and goals.
- Bridged gaps in understanding for diverse learner populations using differentiated instruction methods.
- Established clear expectations for behavior by setting ground rules and modeling appropriate conduct at all times during sessions.
- Enhanced group dynamics by skillfully facilitating communication and collaboration among members.
Camp Director
American Heritage Girls
07.2016 - Current
- Instructed and supervised young campers in recreational activities such as youth sports, aquatics, COPE, arts, and crafts.
- Coordinated with other entertainment venues to create joint promotional events.
- Evaluated program effectiveness of each season by gathering feedback from both staff members and camper families, allowing for continuous improvement in future years.
- Planned weekly camp program schedules for sports, field trips and arts and crafts activities.
- Trained and Evaluated employee performance regularly and provided constructive feedback, leading to continuous professional development among staff members.
- Implemented safety protocols that significantly reduced number of accidents or incidents at camp.
- Oversaw daily operations of camp facility while maintaining compliance with state regulations, ensuring safe environment for all participants.
Education
Master of Arts - Experiential Education
New England College
Master of Arts - Waldorf/Steiner Teacher Education
Antioch University New England
Skills
- Client Retention
- Leadership Development
- Leadership training
- Group Instruction
- Administration and management
- Relationship Building
Certification
First Aid/AED/CPR, BLS, CERT, Wilderness Survival BSA
Additional positions
Central Virginia Soccer Referee Association - Executive Board
VA State Homeschool Evaluator
BSA OA Nawakwa Lodge - Program Adviser
Timeline
Lead Facilitator
Challenge Discovery
09.2017 - Current
Camp Director
American Heritage Girls
07.2016 - Current
Master of Arts - Experiential Education
New England College
Master of Arts - Waldorf/Steiner Teacher Education
Antioch University New England
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