Kayla Kelley
Porterville,CA
Summary
Dedicated Community Organizer with one year of empowering underserved cultures and interests by communicating with local and state governments. Skilled at connecting organizations with powerful allies to solicit real change and effective action. Known for bringing diverse groups together to achieve universally beneficial goals. Dependable Prevention & Community Engagement Specialist with one year background in Domestic Violence/ Intimate Partner Violence organizing. Excellent communicator with demonstrated cultural competence to influence others to further organizational objectives. Tracks engagement activities using qualitative and quantitative methods to identify resources for fundraising opportunities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Teachers Assistant
Ameri Corps
Porterville, United States
08.2021 - Current
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Recorded grades for coursework and tests in online reporting system.
- Implemented practice exercises and used repetition, enabling students to grasp new concepts quickly.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
- Attended training classes, parent conferences, and faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on student progress.
Tax Examiner
IRS Tax
Fresno, California
05.2020 - 12.2021
- Interpreted and applied federal and state tax codes for personal, business and corporate taxes.
- Recommended financial solutions in relation to tax implications.
- Monitored legislative and regulatory arenas for relevant tax issues and updated management to facilitate informed decisions.
- Conducted targeted tax research to facilitate informed project planning and compliance efforts.
- Investigated and pursued delinquent accounts.
- Collaborated with legal, finance and compliance departments to structure solutions to complex and multi-faceted challenges.
- Maintained database of federal and state tax laws and regulations to promote uniform policy and procedural compliance.
English Tutor
Fresno City College
Fresno, California
05.2016 - 01.2019
- Prepared students for English language standardized testing by providing strategies to overcome test anxiety and enhance academic capabilities.
- Tutored students to develop deeper comprehension of English course materials and better understanding of assignments to improve academic success.
- Worked with students in classrooms or home environments to provide educational support.
- Designed engaging lessons, using art and visual aids to enhance learning process.
- Crafted effective reading and writing tutoring plans to address weaknesses and motivate students to build confidence and feel successful.
- Emphasized focus on approaching problems with students rather than simply providing solutions to foster better understanding of material covered.
Prevention & Community Engagement Specialist
Central California Family Crisis Center
Porterville, CA
02.2022 - Current
- Directed family-centered, strengths-based, culturally competent, and individualized intakes and assessments.
Education
Associates Degree in Child Psychology - Clinical Child Psychology
Clovis Community College
Clovis, CA01.2021
Skills
- Self-Motivated
- Critical Thinking
- Planning and Coordination
- Cultural Awareness
- Informational material development
- Program oversight
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Documentation proficiency
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Prevention & Community Engagement Specialist
Central California Family Crisis Center
02.2022 - Current
Teachers Assistant
Ameri Corps
08.2021 - Current
Tax Examiner
IRS Tax
05.2020 - 12.2021
English Tutor
Fresno City College
05.2016 - 01.2019
Associates Degree in Child Psychology - Clinical Child Psychology
Clovis Community College