Jennifer Velasco
Muskogee,OK
Summary
Service-oriented Volunteer Coordinator driven to support non-profit organizations with strengths in recruitment and placement. Prepared to leverage experience and strengths to take on dynamic position with long-term potential.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Coordinator
Volunteers Of America Oklahoma
3536 Chandler Road
11.2018 - Current
- Enhanced volunteer engagement by implementing effective recruitment strategies and organizing orientation sessions.
- Streamlined the volunteer onboarding process for improved efficiency and increased retention rates.
- Developed comprehensive training materials to ensure volunteers were well-prepared for their roles.
- Organized recognition events to show appreciation for volunteer contributions, boosting morale and promoting a positive organizational culture.
- Established strong relationships with local organizations, fostering collaboration and expanding volunteer opportunities.
- Managed a database of over 400 volunteers, ensuring accurate record-keeping and easy access to information when needed.
Childcare Provider
Bridges Out Of Poverty
1503 W Broadway St, Muskogee, OK 74401
09.2016 - Current
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and promoting positive interactions.
- Improved language development through engaging storytelling sessions and age-appropriate book readings.
- Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
- Fostered creativity with various arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and selfexpression.
- Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
- Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
Teacher
Muskogee County Head Start
301 N 6th St, Muskogee, OK 74401
03.2014 - 11.2018
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Education
High School Diploma -
Muskogee High School
Muskogee, OK05.2012
Skills
- Community and Public Relations
- Networking
- Work Scheduling
- Recruitment Planning
- Outreach Planning
- Volunteer Orientation and Onboarding
- Phone Etiquette
- Paperwork Processing
- File and Records Management
- Mission-Oriented
- Event Planning
- Relationship Building
- Volunteer recruitment
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability
- Bookkeeping
- Data Entry
- Bilingual
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Certification
National Service Crimal History check requirements
Awarded: 02/16/2023
Timeline
Volunteer Coordinator
Volunteers Of America Oklahoma
11.2018 - Current
Childcare Provider
Bridges Out Of Poverty
09.2016 - Current
Teacher
Muskogee County Head Start
03.2014 - 11.2018
High School Diploma -
Muskogee High School