JAMIE M. MCCLUNG
Director Of Growth Strategy
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Director of Growth Strategy
Propel America
Baton Rouge, LA
12.2021 - Current
- Developed a long-term strategy for recruitment and partnership in the Capital Region of Louisiana to ensure equitable access for students in low-income areas.
- Built strong partnerships with schools, districts, and community organizations to build knowledge of Propel America in rural and urban settings
- Conducted interviews and assisted students nationally through Zoom & phone calls
- Increased student enrollment each recruitment cycle
- Performed recruitment and partnership analysis to refine policies and develop recommendations for improvement.
- Planned networking events for students and community members to continue to build Propel America's name recognition in Louisiana.
Remote ACT/SAT Prep Teacher
The Princeton Review
National
10.2021 - Current
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and virtual learning.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
Recruitment Consultant
Propel America
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Organized and led meetings with Capital Region organizations that work with young people to build and strengthen partnerships.
- Planned partnership strategies to assist low-income students in accessing post-secondary education.
- Planned and launched large-scale events that boosted recruitment by 260%.
- Coordinated implementation of people-related services, policies and programs through departmental staff.
- Conducted 5 recruiting events in 4 months to grow passive talent pipeline to prepare for future hiring needs.
- Promptly corresponded with applicants and coordinated and conducted interviews.
Mathematics Teacher
Pointe Coupee Parish
Livonia, LA
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Addressed systematic issues with math curriculum by collaborating with colleagues.
Corps Member
Teach For America
Baton Rouge, LA
03.2019 - 06.2021
- Participated in Professional Development to build cross-cultural competencies.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Collaborated with other corps members to build networks of equity in education across Baton Rouge and host events for community members.
- Successfully completed a teaching certification course while also teaching full-time.
Consultant
Pointe Coupee Parish Government
New Roads, LA
04.2020 - 08.2020
- Planned and executed a quality of life survey of 607 individuals in Pointe Coupee Parish and conducted 12 follow up interviews of community leaders and residents
- Compiled a report of the findings using Canva, Google Sheets, and Google Docs to share results with community members and Parish Council leaders
- Analyzed problematic areas to provide recommendations and solutions.
- Collaborated with teams to define, strategize and implement marketing and web strategies.
- Managed multiple deadlines across several project areas to meet dynamic needs of the client.
Regional Strategy Team Member
South Louisiana Coalition For Education
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Planned and executed the Forum on Public Education in Louisiana
- Planned and led a house meeting for the search of the future East Baton Rouge Superintendent, with approximately 40-45 people in attendance
- Attended a National Organizing Workshop led by the Leadership for Educational Equity November 8-10 in Houston, TX, to learn about how to make change within local communities
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Coordinated project work applying strong team leadership for enhanced success.
Consultant
Bangladesh Centre For Advanced Studies
Dhaka, Bangladesh
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Maintained high levels of confidentiality to protect data quality and project research.
- Followed best practices and scientific protocol to reach defensible conclusions based on solid evidence.
- Developed unique research into climate change impacts on rural women in Bangladesh.
- Compiled data in reports and other documents using Stata and Canva.
Intern
Bahamas Methodist Habitat, BMH
James Cistern, Eleuthera, Bahamas
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Assisted in diverse construction projects involving substandard housing
- Consolidated financial information on 40+ volunteer groups and balancing the organization’s budget
- Helped volunteers understand the cultural context of the rural island they were working on
- Gained cross-cultural and project management skills, in addition to an understanding or organization structure and leadership qualities
- Completed research, compiled data and assisted in timely reporting.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with volunteer training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Youth Ministry Intern
First United Methodist Church Of Albany
Albany, GA
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship and service opportunities.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Actively listened to students, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to the youth minister.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
English Tutor
Vartan Gregorian Elementary School
Providence, RI
09.2014 - 05.2015
- Prepared students for English language standardized testing by providing strategies to overcome test anxiety and enhance academic capabilities.
- Tutored students to develop deeper comprehension of English course materials and better understanding of assignments to improve academic success.
- Created tailored lesson plans and study guides to teach and assist students in area of study.
- Worked with students in classrooms to provide educational support.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to encourage and motivate students.
English Tutor
English For Action, EFA
Providence, RI
09.2014 - 03.2015
- Created tailored lesson plans and study guides to teach and assist students in area of study.
- Tutored students to develop deeper comprehension of English course materials and better understanding of assignments to improve academic success.
- Met with students and discussed educational goals and expectations.
- Used flashcards and other techniques to test and improve memory through practiced information retrieval.
- Supported teacher instruction, thoroughly discussing concepts and designing custom practice questions.
Athletics Marketing Assistant
Brown University Athletics
Providence, RI
08.2013 - 02.2017
- Delivered information and details of interest about facility to visitors.
- Maximized customer service and satisfaction by providing directions to visitors regarding requested locations, events and landmarks.
- Leveraged POS system to sell tickets, passes, food and retail items.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Ascertained wants and needs of guests and developed games and attractions to facilitate enjoyment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Education
MGA - Global Affairs, South Asia, Climate Change
University of Notre Dame
South Bend, IN 08.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Development Studies, Small Island Development
Brown University
Providence, RI 08.2013 - 05.2017
Skills
Planning and Coordination
Timeline
Director of Growth Strategy
Propel America
12.2021 - Current
Remote ACT/SAT Prep Teacher
The Princeton Review
10.2021 - Current
Recruitment Consultant
Propel America
08.2021 - 11.2021
Consultant
Pointe Coupee Parish Government
04.2020 - 08.2020
Mathematics Teacher
Pointe Coupee Parish
08.2019 - 05.2021
Regional Strategy Team Member
South Louisiana Coalition For Education
08.2019 - 08.2020
Corps Member
Teach For America
03.2019 - 06.2021
Consultant
Bangladesh Centre For Advanced Studies
01.2018 - 12.2018
MGA - Global Affairs, South Asia, Climate Change
University of Notre Dame
08.2017 - 05.2019
Intern
Bahamas Methodist Habitat, BMH
01.2015 - 01.2017
English Tutor
Vartan Gregorian Elementary School
09.2014 - 05.2015
English Tutor
English For Action, EFA
09.2014 - 03.2015
Youth Ministry Intern
First United Methodist Church Of Albany
01.2014 - 01.2017
Athletics Marketing Assistant
Brown University Athletics
08.2013 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Development Studies, Small Island Development
Brown University
08.2013 - 05.2017
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