Interested in Coaching high school girls/ basketball teams
Janet Stokes
Keansburg,New Jersey
Summary
Goal-oriented professional motivated to achieve demanding targets under tight deadlines. Proficient in developing and overseeing diverse candidate pipelines, marketing plans and advertising strategies. Focused on using effective recruitment strategies and candidate pipelines to meet employment needs. Leverages traditional and online methods to bring in top talent. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of School and Site Based Programs/ Big Brother-Big Sister
Eastern Branch/Metropolitan Area
10.2014 - 06.2021
- Work with schools, groups, agencies and other non profits to provide solutions for youth and families
- Enhanced recruitment process by utilizing various sourcing tools such as presentations, recruitment fairs, social media, and networking events.
- Provide support to schools and recruit mentors.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Conducted reference checks, background screening for candidates suitable for the program
- Assisted with onboarding and orientation of new clients to expedite acclimatization process.
- Analyze and solve problems
- Conducted phone and in-person interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Increased brand awareness by implementing targeted direct marketing campaigns.
- Contributed to event marketing, sales and brand promotion.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to drive awareness of Big Brother and Big Sister community program
- Increased lead generation with data-driven email marketing campaigns.
- Developed public relations materials, marketing and advertising strategies.
Instructional Assistant/ Substitute Teacher
Ocean Township High School
10.2014 - 06.2021
- Assist in small group or individual instruction
- Devise strategies for reinforcing learning
- Assist in classroom management and organization.
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Prepared instructional materials such as worksheets, visuals aids, or manipulatives according to teacher directives for effective lesson execution.
Instructional Technician Secured Facilities
Garden State Correctional Facility
10.2024 - Current
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Day Care Center Technician
Department of Children and Families- Project Teach Monmouth Campus
02.2023 - Current
- Create a supportive environment for learning and crafts that are age appropriate
- Teach children social skills, hygiene, and educational material
- Assist in feeding and changing infants
- Supervise and monitor recreation time.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Promoted good behavior by using positive reinforcement techniques, such as praise and rewards.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Enhanced children''s well-being by providing a safe and nurturing environment.
Youth Worker
Department of Military and Veterans Affairs-Youth Challenge Academy
07.2021 - 02.2023
- Enforce rules and regulations
- Teach leadership and cultural respect
- Provide counseling and teach life skills
- Supervise and inspect barracks and uniforms.
- Established trusting relationships with young people through empathetic listening and genuine interest in their lives outside of program hours.
- Promoted a safe, inclusive environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing positive behaviors among participants.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
- Provided individualized support for at-risk youth, resulting in increased self-esteem and positive behavior changes.
- Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues.
- Supervised youth in residential and community-based programs to minimize risks and offer support.
- Promoted positive peer interactions by facilitating group activities and modeling respectful communication techniques.
Substitute Teacher
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School
09.2005 - 09.2014
- Substitute in ESL classes
- Create a comfortable learning environment
- Motivate and engage students
- Evaluate student progress.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
Social Worker 2
Garden State Youth Correctional Facility
07.2005 - 10.2005
- Interview inmates, clients, families or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients. Interview inmates and prepare case histories
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans. Prepare reports for parole board..
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping skills and improve communication.
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
Classification Officer 2 Provisional
Northern State Prison
11.2004 - 07.2005
- Interview inmates and prepare classification summaries
- Present recommendations to classification committee
- Conducted preliminary interviews for U.S. Parole Commission.
- Interviewed inmates and prepared classification and progress reports.
- Audited inmate files to verify accuracy and completeness.
- Strengthened internal controls by developing and enforcing policies on position classification, reclassification, and appeals processes.
- Counseled and referred inmates to treatment and program services.
- Maintained inmate information in department offender database.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Provided guidance and support to inmates to help reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
Social Worker 2
Juvenile Justice Commission New Jersey Training School for Boys
03.2001 - 11.2004
- Interview inmates and prepare case histories
- Provide case management services
- Provide programming, counseling, and anger management
- Prepare reports for parole board.
Youth Worker
Juvenile Justice Commission New Jersey Training School for Boys
11.1999 - 03.2001
- Interview juveniles and prepare treatment plans
- Provide counseling and programming
- Prepare reports for classification committees and parole board.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
- Coordinated with local government to provide resources to clients.
- Provided support to social service clients in navigating available resources.
- Determined needed and relevant interventions based on each client's cognitive abilities and current needs.
- Monitored progress towards service plan goals.
- Assisted in conducting needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs.
- Implemented comprehensive assessments to identify areas of improvement and tailor intervention plans accordingly.
Education
Brookdale Community College
New Jersey05.2000
Bachelor's Degree - Clinical Psychology
St. John's University
Staten Island, New York12.1998
Bachelor's Degree - Clinical Psychology
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, Virginia05.1998
Bachelor's Degree - Clinical Psychology
Virginia State University
Petersburg, Virginia12.1996
Skills
- Group and Individual Counseling, Conflict Resolution, Public Speaking, Computer proficient with a strong proficiency in Microsoft Office 2013, Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint, and at risk youth/adult counseling I have a proven ability to coordinate within all levels of district management I interact and partner with various levels of faculty, staff, management, and outside constituents
- Comprehensive knowledge of Human and child development
- Superior verbal communication and written skills
- Developed individualized Behavioral treatment plans for juvenile offenders that are committed to juvenile centers or programs
- Community Advocacy
- Community Outreach Programs
- Community Resource Navigation
- Attention to Detail
- Works Well Under Pressure
Contact
Keansburg, New Jersey 07734
Education
Petersburg, Virginia,Norfolk, Virginia,Staten Island, New York
Interests
Would like to develop and plan afterschool programs for teens
Timeline
Instructional Technician Secured Facilities
Garden State Correctional Facility
10.2024 - Current
Day Care Center Technician
Department of Children and Families- Project Teach Monmouth Campus
02.2023 - Current
Youth Worker
Department of Military and Veterans Affairs-Youth Challenge Academy
07.2021 - 02.2023
Director of School and Site Based Programs/ Big Brother-Big Sister
Eastern Branch/Metropolitan Area
10.2014 - 06.2021
Instructional Assistant/ Substitute Teacher
Ocean Township High School
10.2014 - 06.2021
Substitute Teacher
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School
09.2005 - 09.2014
Social Worker 2
Garden State Youth Correctional Facility
07.2005 - 10.2005
Classification Officer 2 Provisional
Northern State Prison
11.2004 - 07.2005
Social Worker 2
Juvenile Justice Commission New Jersey Training School for Boys
03.2001 - 11.2004
Youth Worker
Juvenile Justice Commission New Jersey Training School for Boys
11.1999 - 03.2001
Brookdale Community College
Bachelor's Degree - Clinical Psychology
St. John's University
Bachelor's Degree - Clinical Psychology
Norfolk State University
Bachelor's Degree - Clinical Psychology
Virginia State University
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