Katrina Q. Peters
Brooklyn,New York
Summary
Experienced and polished professional with a diverse background in project management, public relations, education, and community service. Proven track record of successfully researching, connecting, and building strong relationships to grow business.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Parent Coordinator
New York City Department Of Education
Brooklyn, NY
09.2019 - 09.2022
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, to foster positive communication
- Created and used surveys to assess the families needs and provide resources to support their needs
- Established a partnership with the local Chipotle, Chic Fila, and Target in providing gift cards for student incentives
- Worked closely with the principal in planning best practices to promote parent engagement and student enrollment
- Planned and facilitated parent workshops, school fairs, picture day, graduation activities and award ceremonies
- Onboarded new students and their families by providing school tours and hosting information sessions
- Monitored and helped regulate students attendance by logging spreadsheets and phoning parents
- Regularly attended professional development workshops, PTA, SLT, SEL and IEP meetings
Business and Public Relations Manager
Bobby Hill Art Corp.
New York, NY
01.2015 - 12.2021
- Co wrote, edited, and titled I am: A Children Affirmation Book illustrated by Bobby Hill Art
- Designed the I Am: Children's Affirmation clothing merch which sold out during the book release
- Sourced overseas printing companies for book production, and negotiated best prices to ensure high profit margins
- Coordinated and managed artists 2019 Solo Exhibition titled STELLAR in the Lower East Side section of NYC
- Exhibition coordination includes; establishing a budget, selecting a venue, negotiating the lease and insurance contracts
- Exhibition management includes; guest list finalization, spearheading opening reception, and processing sales.
- Built business relationships with West Elm, PIQ, and 9/11 Memorial Museum, where artists prints have sold.
- Wrote press releases and media presentations for business content to be published on blogs, forums, and social outlets
- Raised brand awareness through consistent research, marketing, cold calling, email blasting, and utilizing social media
- Attended various New York City trade shows each year for market research and to secure new business relationships
Community Associate
Community Development Corporation Of Brooklyn
Brooklyn, NY
11.2012 - 12.2014
- Assisted with the planning of fundraising events such as Feed the Homeless, and Clothing and Toy Drives
- Actively reached out to local businesses and people in the community to donate and participate in special events
- Sorted clothes, toys, and canned goods donated so that all scheduled community events can run seamlessly
- Performed various administrative functions, including data entry, copy, fax, email and phone communication
- Brainstormed with staff members to generate new ideas to raise awareness of the organization's initiatives
- Worked with marketing team on development and delivery of creative campaigns to support fundraising activities
Substitute Teacher-Certified NYS Substitute Teacher
New York City Department of Education
Brooklyn, NY
09.2011 - 06.2012
- Provided instruction of various subjects to students ranging from grades K-12 in different schools in Brooklyn
- Effectively followed lesson plans left by the classroom teacher to support students learning and academic achievements
- Successfully collaborated with principals, teacher assistants, guidance counselors, and parents for classroom support
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teacher
- Encouraged student participation by incorporating creative lesson plans and inquiry based learning techniques
Education
Cyber Security Analyst -
Fullstack Academy - NYC Tech Talent Pipeline
New York, NY11.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Medgar Evers College of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NY06.2011
Skills
- Project Management
- Business to Business
- Public Relations
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Creating
- Event Planning
- Event Management
- Research and Negotiation
- E-mail Marketing and Cold Calling
- Google Docs and Microsoft Office
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Positive and welcoming demeanor
- Organized and detail oriented
- Enthusiastic team player
Certification
New York State Teaching Assistant Certificate
Dignity for All Student Act (DASA) Certificate
School Violence Prevention Certificate
Child Abuse Identification Certificate
Timeline
Parent Coordinator
New York City Department Of Education
09.2019 - 09.2022
Business and Public Relations Manager
Bobby Hill Art Corp.
01.2015 - 12.2021
Community Associate
Community Development Corporation Of Brooklyn
11.2012 - 12.2014
Substitute Teacher-Certified NYS Substitute Teacher
New York City Department of Education
09.2011 - 06.2012
Cyber Security Analyst -
Fullstack Academy - NYC Tech Talent Pipeline
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Medgar Evers College of The City University of New York
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