Jalen Goodman
Chicago,IL
Summary
Trusted school professional with experience building student relationships, supporting positive behavior, and maintaining safe, structured environments. Skilled in community partnerships, problem solving, and consistent accountability.
Curator of a strong and safe culture for students and stakeholders. Skilled in working on a team, as well as data analysis and response. Known for high productivity and efficient task completion.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Culture Specialist
Gary Comer College Prep
Chicago, Illinois
02.2024 - Current
- Build meaningful and supportive relationships with students to foster trust and engagement.
- Collect, track, and analyze student data to monitor progress and inform decision-making.
- Maintain consistent expectations, routines, and accountability throughout the school building.
- Communicate regularly with parents and families to strengthen partnerships, build trust, and support student success.
- Serve as a reliable, trusted adult who provides students with guidance, encouragement, and support.
- Take initiative and demonstrate leadership by stepping into leadership responsibilities when theDean is unavailable.
- Help maintain a positive, structured, safe, and supportive school environment that promotesstudent growth and accountability.
Safety Supervisor
Gary Comer Youth Center
Chicago, Illinois
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Maintained a safe, supportive, and structured environment for students, staff, and the broader school community.
- Monitored building and student safety to ensure school-wide safety expectations and procedures were consistently followed.
- Identified and addressed safety concerns proactively to prevent issues and promote student well-being.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with external community partners and youth center organizations.
- Collaborated with community organizations to strengthen partnerships and expand support systems for students.
- Connected students with community resources, guidance, and services that supported their personal, social, and academic success.
Outside Yard Team Member
Menards
Dolton, Illinois
03.2020 - 06.2021
- Unloaded flatbed trucks and received building materials and outdoor products such as plywood, insulation, roofing shingles, live plants, masonry supplies, concrete supplies, and fencing materials.
- Helped contractors, business owners, and customers load heavy and bulky materials into cars, trucks, and other vehicles safely and efficiently.
- Provided friendly customer service by answering questions and helping customers find needed materials.
- Built positive customer relationships through professional communication and welcoming conversations that supported repeat business.
- Kept outdoor yard organized and clean so products stayed accessible, inventory was handled properly, and daily operations moved smoothly.
Grainte installer
Mesa Fully Formed
Mesa, AZ
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Installed new home appliances in newly constructed, luxury million-dollar homes
- Installed high-end granite kitchen countertops, bathroom granite surfaces, and sinks, ensuring quality craftsmanship and a premium finish.
- Worked on luxury residential construction projects, helping deliver elegant, high-quality kitchens and bathrooms that enhanced the overall appearance and value of each home.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gary Comer College Prep
Chicago, IL06-2019
Skills
- Relationship building
- Community partnerships
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Public relations
- Student data analysis
Timeline
Culture Specialist
Gary Comer College Prep
02.2024 - Current
Safety Supervisor
Gary Comer Youth Center
03.2022 - 09.2023
Outside Yard Team Member
Menards
03.2020 - 06.2021
Grainte installer
Mesa Fully Formed
06.2019 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
Gary Comer College Prep