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Julia mckenna

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Summary

Compassionate and dedicated aspiring therapist with 10 years of experience in providing support and fostering awareness. Skilled in employing evidence-based special education approaches and techniques to meet diverse client needs. Proven ability to create a safe and inclusive environment that nurtures trust and compassion. Committed to ongoing leadership and fundraising efforts, with strong collaborative skills. Known for being hardworking, tenacious, and personable, complemented by effective leadership abilities.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Director

Elite Interiors Systems Inc
06.2019 - Current
  • Performing clerical and organizational duties to ensure an efficient office such as handling emails, calendars, office supply inventory and meetings
  • Effectively manage company-wide accounts payable via Microsoft Office and company data entry software such as QuickBooks
  • Thoroughly prepare all payroll-related tasks on a daily, weekly and monthly basis
  • Conduct market research to identify inefficiencies and leverage market competitiveness
  • Screening and prioritizing inquiries for President
  • Circulating memos and forms to staff
  • Managing other miscellaneous tasks including contract review, charity work & future prospects.

Business/Program Development Intern

The Special Olympics
04.2018 - 04.2019
  • Took Initiative to connect with different programs throughout New York to source sponsorships
  • Built lasting relationships with donors to fundraise for The Special Olympics 2018 Summer Gala
  • Completed medical history data entry for athletes and coaches to ensure safety and maintain health compliance
  • Trained volunteers to ensure maximum efficiency for yearly games and events

Leadership Council Member

The Special Olympics
01.2012 - Current

● Network and maintain relationships with existing and potential donors and brought in three new influential sponsors in the last quarter by going above and beyond to ensure positive donor experience

● Utilize teamwork and organizational skills to fundraise yearly events as a member of The Young Professionals Leadership Council

● Plan and host The Olympic Village for athletic games held throughout New York City as a member of The General Organizational Committee

● Promote organization-wide diversity and inclusion initiatives such as handing out flyers and posting on social media platforms

Special Education Teacher

P.S 041 Greenwich Village
08.2017 - 05.2019
  • Network and maintain relationships with existing and potential donors and brought in three new influential sponsors in the last quarter by going above and beyond to ensure positive donor experience
  • Utilize teamwork and organizational skills to fundraise yearly events as a member of The Young
  • Professionals Leadership Council
  • Plan and host The Olympic Village for athletic games held throughout New York City as a member of
  • The General Organizational Committee
  • Promote organization-wide diversity and inclusion initiatives such as handing out flyers and posting on social media platforms, Utilized relevant coursework to develop Individualized Education Programs for ten students
  • Researched and promoted effective methods of community outreach
  • Planned and executed five field trips to enrich student learning beyond the classroom
  • Created and adapted weekly lesson plans to improve learning and literacy
  • Communicated closely, both in person and virtually, with PTA and parents to improve transparency in the school.

Assistant Event Coordinator

Delmonica Senior Center
03.2016 - 09.2016
  • Organized two new programs ; “How to use a cellphone” and “ Wii Club '' to promote life skills and exercise for a healthy and functioning life style
  • Promoted and organized weekly yoga lessons and Salsa classes to emphasize the importance of staying active while having fun
  • Organized transportation for four field trips to local farmer markets, shopping centers and bowling alleys

Education

Bachelors of Science - Early Childhood/ Special Education & Psychology

New York University
New York, NY
05.2019

Skills

  • Database Management
  • Fundraising Campaigns
  • Leadership
  • Organization
  • Youth Advocacy
  • Networking
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Problem-solving
  • Reliability
  • Counseling techniques

Additional Information

  • ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AWARDS , , U.S National Congressional Gold Medal Winner Corporation for National & Community service VOLUNTEER, GOC Special Olympics (2021- Present), Heavenly Angels Animal Rescue (2017-Present), Leadership Council (2021-Present) DEAN'S LIST, Manhattan College 2016 & Molloy University 2022-2023

Timeline

Administrative Director

Elite Interiors Systems Inc
06.2019 - Current

Business/Program Development Intern

The Special Olympics
04.2018 - 04.2019

Special Education Teacher

P.S 041 Greenwich Village
08.2017 - 05.2019

Assistant Event Coordinator

Delmonica Senior Center
03.2016 - 09.2016

Leadership Council Member

The Special Olympics
01.2012 - Current

Bachelors of Science - Early Childhood/ Special Education & Psychology

New York University
Julia mckenna