JENNIFER KNIGHT
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Mission-driven educator, nonprofit program leader with over 20 years of experience in education, workforce readiness, and youth development, including service as a U.S. Army veteran. Brings deep experience applying trauma-informed, strength-based approaches through cross-functional collaboration, and compliance-driven documentation across state and federal systems. Demonstrates a leadership approach grounded in multidisciplinary teamwork, community partnerships, and the creation of supportive environments where youth and families can thrive.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Participant Workforce Coordinator
AMIkids
Green Cove Springs, FL
02.2025 - 09.2025
- Served as a team lead supporting workforce readiness and prevention services; provided day-to-day guidance and ensured consistent program delivery.
- Led trauma-informed career readiness instruction, summer outreach initiatives, and community volunteer engagement; supported youth in earning OSHA-10, ServSafe, and CPR/First Aid credentials.
- Represented the program in the Clay Safety Net Alliance and other community initiatives; collaborated with education, juvenile justice, workforce, and nonprofit partners.
- Built and maintained a partner and donor database to support outreach, engagement, and resource development.
- Ensured documentation and reporting aligned with DJJ, state, and applicable federal policies; reinforced audit-ready practices and completion of required trainings.
- Led enrichment initiatives, including guest speakers and experiential learning opportunities, to enhance prevention and workforce readiness programming.
- Partnered with community organizations, including Jacksonville Urban League, to support prevention-focused programming and youth outreach.
- Supported student preparation and participation in Legislative Day; managed credential tracking, data collection, and outcomes reporting.
Education Transition Counselor
Transition Assistance Program (TAP)
Camp Humphreys, South Korea
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Facilitated 150+ job readiness and higher-education workshops for transitioning military personnel and spouses.
- Managed a caseload of 400+ clients, tracking outcomes and providing individualized career and education counseling.
- Served as a Career Skills Program (CSP) Facilitator, providing individualized coaching and structured guidance to military service members as they prepared for civilian transition through CSP and SkillBridge internship pathways.
- Supported transitioning service members through application and interview processes, maintained accurate records in the TAP Database System, and tracked outcomes to support reporting and program improvement.
Dean of Students
School District of Beloit
Beloit, WI
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Oversaw student conduct systems, restorative practices, and social-emotional programming for 500 students and 65 staff.
- Reduced behavioral incidents and strengthened restorative practices by rebuilding relationships between students, staff, and families; improved parent engagement and communication.
- Served as a liaison between school administration, district leadership, families, and community partners to support student success, strengthen communication, and coordinate behavioral and social-emotional intervention.
- Collaborated with district executives and the school board on policy updates and implementation.
- Served as acting administrator in the principal’s absence, leading crisis response and school operations.
Academic Interventionist
School District of Beloit
Beloit, WI
12.2019 - 03.2022
- Delivered targeted instruction and data-driven interventions that closed academic gaps across grade levels.
- Served on the Continuous School Improvement Plan (CSIP) team and collaborated with the instructional coaching team.
- Partnered with administrators and instructional coaches to develop professional learning and equity-focused strategies.
First Grade Teacher (Inclusion Classroom) & Grade-Level Chair
Savannah-Chatham County Public School System
Savannah, GA
12.2013 - 05.2018
- Delivered inclusive instruction to general education and students with IEPs, implementing differentiated strategies to support improved literacy/Math outcomes for Tier II/III students.
- Collaborated with special education staff, counselors, and families to support academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth.
- Chaired grade-level planning and facilitated professional learning aligned with district standards.
- Partnered closely with parents, counselors, special education staff, and community stakeholders to support inclusive learning environments and reinforce consistent academic and behavioral supports.
- Recognized as Teacher of the Year at Gadsden Elementary School, for excellence in instruction, family engagement, and student-centered practice.
Program Lead, STEM Enrichment Programs
Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) – CEISMC
Savannah, GA
06.2013 - 01.2015
- Supported the Program Director in the planning, implementation, and oversight of STEM-enriched K–12 programs.
- Supervised high school and college camp counselors, providing daily guidance, instructional support, and performance feedback.
- Contributed to equity-centered program delivery through hands-on STEM instruction, partnerships, and family engagement.
Education
M.A.T. - Teaching
Armstrong Atlantic State University
Savannah, GA01.2014
M.Ed. - Education
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA01.2011
B.A. - Communications
Beloit College
Beloit, WI01.1997
Skills
- Leadership in program operations
- Strength-based trauma-informed care
- Youth case management and development
- Regulatory compliance and documentation
- Crisis management and de-escalation
- Volunteer engagement and community partnerships
- Performance tracking and outcomes reporting
- Coaching and team support for staff
- Collaboration across functions
Certification
- OSHA 10-Hour (General Industry)
- CPR/First Aid
- AED
- ServSafe
Leadership And Volunteer Experience
- Vice President, Camp Humphreys United Club (HUC), 01/01/22, 12/31/24, Served on the executive board of a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting U.S. military families and local Korean communities., Collaborated with base commanders, board members, and local business owners., Designed and executed recurring fundraising initiatives and co-led the annual gala and live auction.
- Parent Board Member, Various Schools, 01/01/02, 12/31/21, Supported fundraising, student engagement, and community outreach initiatives.
- Campaign Volunteer, Local Elections, 01/01/20, 12/31/24, Promoted voter turnout and civic engagement through community events and outreach coordination.
Military Service
United States Army, 01/01/97, 12/31/99
Timeline
Participant Workforce Coordinator
AMIkids
02.2025 - 09.2025
Education Transition Counselor
Transition Assistance Program (TAP)
09.2023 - 07.2024
Dean of Students
School District of Beloit
03.2022 - 07.2022
Academic Interventionist
School District of Beloit
12.2019 - 03.2022
First Grade Teacher (Inclusion Classroom) & Grade-Level Chair
Savannah-Chatham County Public School System
12.2013 - 05.2018
Program Lead, STEM Enrichment Programs
Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) – CEISMC
06.2013 - 01.2015
M.A.T. - Teaching
Armstrong Atlantic State University
M.Ed. - Education
Regent University
B.A. - Communications
Beloit College