Overview
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Jhay Levi-Alford

Kentwood

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, OST (Out of School Time) Programming

STEM Greenhouse
Grand Rapids, MI
10.2025 - Current
  • Lead strategic development and implementation of out-of-school-time programming initiatives focused on STEM access, youth leadership, and educational equity.
  • Oversee partnerships with schools, community organizations, industry leaders, and stakeholders to expand student opportunities and program impact.
  • Direct innovative programming that supports academic growth, mentorship, career readiness, and student leadership development.

Sankofa STEM Academy Coordinator

STEM Greenhouse
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2020 - Current

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  • Develop and implement curriculum designed to strengthen advanced mathematics skills, leadership development, and critical thinking.
  • Mentor students through individualized academic and personal support.
  • Collaborated with local organizations to secure sponsorships and partnerships that enhanced the overall camp experience.

Director, STEM Scholars Program

STEM Greenhouse
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2021 - 09.2025
  • Spearhead the STEM Scholars Program, driving educational innovation and fostering cross-sector partnerships to elevate student learning experiences.
  • Lead initiatives to boost middle school math proficiency through data-driven strategies and targeted academic support.
  • Coordinate collaboration among educators, students, and community partners to strengthen comprehensive STEM education opportunities.

Student Intern

Kindred Hospice
Ada, MI
06.2017 - 04.2019
  • Educated residents and families about available services and resources.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to patients.
  • Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare providers.

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
04.2022

MBA Coursework - Public Policy, Regulation & Governmental Structure

The Washington Campus
Washington, D.C.
05.2019

Associate of Arts - undefined

Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2019

Affiliations

  • 2026–2027 State of Michigan MOST Advisory Committee Member
  • Speaker — 2026 Michigan Afterschool Association Conference (MAC Annual Conference)
  • Speaker — 2025 Black Impact Collaborative Conference
  • Speaker — 2024 Grand Valley State University Teach-In Conference

Accomplishments

AWARDS & HONORS

  • 2026 Grand Rapids Rising Leaders Awards — Visionary Award
  • 2025 City of Grand Rapids ELO Network Rising Leader Award
  • 2025 GRABB Young, Black & Gifted Award
  • 2025 Grand Rapids Chamber Emerging Leaders Graduate
  • 2024 Governor’s Service Award (Youth Impact) — STEM Greenhouse
  • 2026 WMCAT Innovation Award — STEM Greenhouse
  • 2019 David and Carol Van Andel Fellowship Recipient
  • 2018 I Am GV Student Leadership Award Winner
  • 2022 Peter C. Cook Leadership Academy Fellowship

LEADERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL ENGAGEMENT

  • 2026–2027 State of Michigan MOST Advisory Committee Member
  • Speaker — 2026 Michigan Afterschool Association Conference (MAC Annual Conference)
  • Speaker — 2025 Black Impact Collaborative Conference
  • Speaker — 2024 Grand Valley State University Teach-In Conference

Timeline

Director, OST (Out of School Time) Programming

STEM Greenhouse
10.2025 - Current

Director, STEM Scholars Program

STEM Greenhouse
08.2021 - 09.2025

Sankofa STEM Academy Coordinator

STEM Greenhouse
01.2020 - Current

Student Intern

Kindred Hospice
06.2017 - 04.2019

MBA Coursework - Public Policy, Regulation & Governmental Structure

The Washington Campus

Associate of Arts - undefined

Grand Rapids Community College

Bachelor of Science -

Grand Valley State University
Jhay Levi-Alford