JUMANNE BRADFORD
Bowie,MD
Summary
Educational Director with an extensive background in nonprofit growth and youth education & mentorship. A creator of cohesive learning environments that foster student development and success. Expert instructor and leadership coach who uses innovative techniques with enthusiasm to engage all stakeholders. A proven leader with a track record of increase and influence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
S.T.E.A.M. Education Consultant
Phalen Leadership Academies
08.2023 - Current
- Plan, implement, teach, and execute Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math projects, curriculum, and instruction.
- Assist students with career exploration and future education planning to help achieve academic and career goals.
- Partner with school administrators, teachers, and parents or guardians to provide students with appropriate and adequate counseling support in school.
- Plan and deliver S.T.E.A.M. demonstrations and showcases involving students, teachers, parents/guardians, and administration.
Executive Director
Talbot Mentors
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Evaluation of up-to-date best practices and cutting-edge ideas to improve organizational effectiveness
- Implement quality metrics to track mentoring needs and lead diverse recruitment projects for mentors and youth
- Review and approved annual operating and capital budgets for organization
- Inform board and committees about trends, issues, and activities to facilitate policy-making
- Determine methods and procedures for staffing requirements and allotment of funds to various programs and projects
- Promote public awareness of mission through outreach, advocacy, and online presence
- Set organization direction and develop strategies and tactics to fulfill mission
- Assess potential collaboration opportunities to enhance organizational value and improve efficiency
- Establish strategic direction and goals to accomplish objectives
- Successfully improve employment turnover through creating incentive and training programs
- Deliver speeches, interviews, and attend industry conferences to promote company image and engage with buyers
- Oversee technological improvements, successfully reducing waste, and eliminating business bottlenecks
- Actively leading, coaching, and developing Talbot Mentors' full time & part time team members
- Co-develop strategies with local school counselors to identify potential participants for existing and new programs
- Research, write, submit, and administer grant proposals that will support and
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
Minister & Youth & Young Adult Pastor
Pleasant Grove Baptist Church
06.2014 - Current
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Supervised associate pastors and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care, and older adult ministry programs.
Assistant Director
Love of Children
07.2020 - 06.2022
- Developed programs and initiatives to support organization's long-term goals
- Designed and implemented standard operating procedures in various programs for optimal efficiency
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various FLOC programs
- Supervised Coordinators to ensure optimal productivity while training staff on best practices and protocol
- Met with parents and guardians on regular basis to deliver progress reports and discuss areas for further improvement
- Developed training materials, such as handouts, study materials and quizzes
- Supported student learning with live video sessions and pre-recorded instructions
- Consulted with other education professionals to tailor tutoring sessions around exam preparation and strategies
- Provided one-on-one and group tutoring instruction for over 150 students andvolunteers.
Adjunct Professor
Anne Arundel Community College
01.2013 - 12.2020
- Instructed Adults in Basic Skills, Computer Literacy, and G.E.D
- Preparation
- Upon completion of classes all students increased in proficiency and aptitude
- 90% of A-Plus students received certifications in the IT field
- Successfully enforced student compliance, conduct management, and academic integrity
- Implemented strategies for academic and professional success
- Enhanced workforce development of soft and hard skills as workplace professionals
Program Director
Boys & Girls Club of Greater Washington
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Manage program operations and provide strategic leadership for all workers
- Create comprehensive progress reports on all programs to show progress
- Liaise between organizations, partners, stakeholder, and members to promote and improve services and communication
- Provide academic, social, and emotional support for members/students.
Center Director
Mathnasium-The Math Learning Center
01.2016 - 05.2019
- Direct and manage daily operations of a fast-paced math learning center
- Determine the mathematics needs of each student through academic assessments.Train and develop Instructors to 90%-100% math proficiency
- 10% faster growth of a new center based on national standards
- Education and Training
Program Director
Mentoring to Manhood
10.2014 - 12.2016
- Supervised and evaluated current weekly mentoring programs
- Increased attendance of youth in our programs by 37%
- Increased recruitment and attendance of mentors by 60%
- Nearly 20% increase in GPA by our students last year
- 80% of our youth graduate high school and enter college, trade school, or employment
- Slashed spending by 30% and increased fund raising by thousands of dollars
- Planned in-state and out-of-state college tours and professional development field trips
- Attended conferences, community events, and professional galas to promote our programs and mission.
Workforce Development Instructor &, Technology Specialist
The Training Source, Incorporated | Seat
05.2014 - 03.2015
- Conducted on-the-job training classes and demonstrated principles, techniques, procedures and methods of professional conduct
- Critical instruction in business Math, English, and Microsoft Office
- Increased student progress and success with over 80% graduation rate from the program
- Improved outdated technology, techniques, and instruction materials to keep pace with the changing professional world
- Optimized and maintained computing environment preventing viruses and malware attacks
- Successfully established and maintained corporate and community partnerships that raised funds and donations to The Training Source
- Integrated academic and vocational curricula to help students learn a variety of skills.
STEM Coordinator
Patriots Technology Training Center, Seat
10.2012 - 12.2014
- Of our Robotics teams placed regionally and nationally, including awards for best teamwork and creativity of design
- Supervised 8 instructors/staff and 45 students
- Development and organization of our STEM/STEAM Summer Camp
- Introduced and implemented Flight Simulation, Microsoft KODU
- Environmental Justice, and Minecraft programs to over a dozen schools and the
- NASA Goddard Visitor's Center
- Obtained sponsorship and funding of over $5000 from NASA Goddard, the U.S
- Naval Academy, and the U.S
- Department of Agriculture to assist with program needs.
School Teacher
Reid Temple Christian Academy, Middle
08.2005 - 09.2012
- ACSI Certified Elementary and, Efficient coordinator of the Before and After Care program; supervised 20 teachers and 200 students
- Increased Science standardized testing scores for grades 4-8 (2010-2012)
- Student achievement of top prizes in ACSI Regional Science Fairs
Education
Master of Divinity & Leadership - Counseling, Biblical Studies, And Leadership
Lancaster Bible College/Capital Grad & Seminary
Lancaster, PA12.2019
Diploma & Certifications - Patient Care Technician & Cert. Nursing Assistant
Georgia Medical Institute-Dekalb (now Everest)
Atlanta, GA05.2001
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Morehouse College
Atlanta, GA05.1999
Skills
- Certified Maxwell Team Speaker & Coach
- Experienced Mentor
- Adjunct Professor (Con Ed)
- Classroom management
- Program management
- Workforce Development
- Proficient in Microsoft Office & Google Suite
- Social Media Expert
- Life Skills Counseling
- Office Management
- Research and Analysis
- Student Conduct Management & Mediation
- Licensed Primary School Teacher (exp)
- Curriculum development expert
- Audio & Video Production
- Data Interpretation
- Grant Writing
- Student Development
- Project Planning
- Program Evaluation & Assessment
- Certified Patient Care Technician (exp)
- Nonprofit Budgeting
- Fundraising
- Staff Supervision
- Ethical Decision Making
- Media Relations
- Team Building
Additional Information
- Activities and Honors , Vice President of Mentoring - 100 Black Men of Prince George's County Award-winning Editor - Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated Saving Lives And Minds (SLAM) Program at Savoy Elementary School sponsored by Concerned Black Men of America GED Program Coordinator - Unshackled Ministries Author/Writer - Award-winning poet Faith-based Community Leader of the Year -Black Man Can
Timeline
S.T.E.A.M. Education Consultant
Phalen Leadership Academies
08.2023 - Current
Executive Director
Talbot Mentors
07.2022 - 10.2023
Assistant Director
Love of Children
07.2020 - 06.2022
Program Director
Boys & Girls Club of Greater Washington
08.2019 - 07.2020
Center Director
Mathnasium-The Math Learning Center
01.2016 - 05.2019
Program Director
Mentoring to Manhood
10.2014 - 12.2016
Minister & Youth & Young Adult Pastor
Pleasant Grove Baptist Church
06.2014 - Current
Workforce Development Instructor &, Technology Specialist
The Training Source, Incorporated | Seat
05.2014 - 03.2015
Adjunct Professor
Anne Arundel Community College
01.2013 - 12.2020
STEM Coordinator
Patriots Technology Training Center, Seat
10.2012 - 12.2014
School Teacher
Reid Temple Christian Academy, Middle
08.2005 - 09.2012
Master of Divinity & Leadership - Counseling, Biblical Studies, And Leadership
Lancaster Bible College/Capital Grad & Seminary
Diploma & Certifications - Patient Care Technician & Cert. Nursing Assistant
Georgia Medical Institute-Dekalb (now Everest)
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Morehouse College
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