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Jada Colthrust

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Former educator with a solid foundation in psychology & communications with a commitment into transitioning into upper management and leadership

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Assistant

KinderCare Learning Companies
01.2022 - 03.2024
  • Provided complete administrative assistance to executives by managing their schedules, organizing meetings, and making travel arrangements
  • Ensured accuracy and professionalism in drafting and editing correspondence, reports, and presentations.
  • Enhanced efficiency by maintaining well-organized filing systems and databases for document retrieval and management
  • Played a key role in leading projects aimed at expanding afterschool program capacities for children between 3 and 7 years old
  • Increased enrollment for foundational early childhood learning through active community engagement
  • Maintained positive budget outcomes through liaison with the district office
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, ensuring smooth execution of projects and tasks
  • Effectively worked with cross-functional teams and external partners to drive results
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and various marketing tools and platforms

Technical Support Staff

Bright Horizons
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Utilized troubleshooting skills to identify and address customer concerns, escalating complex matters as needed.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of customer engagements utilizing a CRM system or equivalent software.
  • Gathered and communicated customer feedback on experiences, preferences, and suggestions for improvement to appropriate internal teams.
  • Provided technical support to customers over the phone and through email.
  • Configured routers, switches, VPNs, modems, hubs according to customer needs.
  • Assisted with remote access troubleshooting for internal staff members.

Project Manager

Take Me to The Water
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Facilitated access to essential swimming lessons and water safety education for urban youth
  • Oversaw the recruitment and training of a team of swimming instructors, lifeguards, and volunteers to provide lesson support and maintain program safety standards
  • Collaborated with local community centers to organize and execute fundraising campaigns
  • Created a curriculum that facilitated the acquisition of vital swimming skills for underprivileged youth while promoting comprehension of water safety measures
  • Reviewed project risks and devised proactive strategies to avoid potential roadblocks.
  • Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
  • Furnished project updates to various stakeholders, informing on strategy, adjustments and progress.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Enabled 1200+ children to access swimming lessons and water safety education by successfully launching inner-city program.
  • Secured $51,000 in grant funding to enhance and expand program operations, through collaboration with local foundations and government agencies.
  • Developed lifelong community resources for local youth

Education

Psychology

Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA
05-2021

Skills

  • Administrative Support
  • Quota Attainment
  • Budget Management
  • Office software proficiency
  • Basic accounting skills/bookkeeping
  • Event coordination
  • Social Media and Promotions
  • Payroll and benefits administration
  • Clerical Support
  • Personnel Management and Training
  • Community Engagement Specialist
  • Monitored program progress
  • Staff Development
  • Educational technology
  • Survey Creation
  • Cross-Functional Team Development
  • Remote Employee Training
  • Staff presentations
  • Program Development

Timeline

Administrative Assistant

KinderCare Learning Companies
01.2022 - 03.2024

Technical Support Staff

Bright Horizons
01.2020 - 01.2022

Project Manager

Take Me to The Water
01.2017 - 01.2020

Psychology

Georgia State University
Jada Colthrust