Johnny Gardere
Bayonne,NJ
Summary
Results-driven Program Director with a strong history of delivering projects on schedule and within budget constraints. Expertise in strategic planning and operational management enhances program success, while effective communication and stakeholder engagement facilitate seamless collaboration across diverse teams. Recognized for conflict resolution skills that strengthen team dynamics and project outcomes. Aiming to apply program management proficiency towards pioneering projects that drive innovation.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director
NIA Community Services Network Inc
Brooklyn, NY
03.2018 - Current
- Managed and budgeted over $500,000 of federal and state funding into enrichment and development programs for our clients, driving year-to-year retention and enrollment up 35%.
- Conducted meetings with stakeholders and funders across internal and external platforms, strengthening communication to relay achieved business markers, and identified customer education needs.
- Lead a team of over 50 program employees, including conducting quarterly training sessions to optimize program operations.
- Utilized system management software to record, maintain, and analyze confidential data, including participation demographic data, and attendance metrics for over 500 students, to distribute data sets to funders.
- Promoted to the role from Assistant Program Director in 2022, previously a Group Leader from 2018 to 2021, by exceeding key performance indicators evaluated in yearly DOE audits, optimizing the day-to-day proceedings of the program, and driving client and staff engagement.
Parent Coach | Developmental Instructor
Northside Center for Child Development
Brooklyn, NY
02.2019 - 01.2020
- Curated child-rearing packages for a roster of 15 client families, consisting of scientifically backed infant development guidelines and readily available community resources, to utilize in the promotion of healthy growth in their roles as parents.
- Conducted industry-recognized assessments to measure continuous development, identify areas of improvement, and assess risk factors for each client.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as psychologists and social workers when necessary to ensure client's receive comprehensive care.
- Maintained confidentiality through stringent handling of charts and data.
- Managed parent support groups addressing topics such as positive discipline and parenting styles.
Community Habilitation Specialist
Heritage Human Services Inc
New York, NY
10.2015 - 07.2017
- Developed and implemented plans to help individuals meet their goals related to independent living, community integration, and social skills.
- Monitored individual's progress toward established goals and objectives.
- Supported the development of functional work skills through job coaching or volunteer opportunities.
- Assisted individuals with activities of daily living such as shopping, meal preparation, money management, and transportation.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
City University of New York, Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY05.2021
Skills
- Education
- Child development
- Professional development
- Training and development
- Stakeholder engagement
- Partnership development
- Budget management
- Program/Project Management
- Data analysis
- KPI tracking
- Communication
- Coaching and mentoring
- Compliance management
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Conflict resolution
- Python
- C
- Administration
- Performance standards and analysis
Timeline
Parent Coach | Developmental Instructor
Northside Center for Child Development
02.2019 - 01.2020
Program Director
NIA Community Services Network Inc
03.2018 - Current
Community Habilitation Specialist
Heritage Human Services Inc
10.2015 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
City University of New York, Brooklyn College
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