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Keaun Barrett

PORTSMOUTH,VA

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder & CEO

Higher Purpose Learning Tutoring LLC
09.2020 - Current
  • Awarded 2023 Best Tutoring & Career Skills Company in Virginia by Corporate Vision
  • 2023 Career Training Specialists of the Year by Corporate LiveWire
  • VA K-12 Learning Acceleration Grant Program Vendor
  • Vetted by Virginia Department of Education
  • Certified V3 Business
  • SWaM Certified & Sam.gov registered
  • Better Business Bureau Certified
  • Named 2022 Best Tutor by Tutors.com
  • Managed network of 20 teachers/tutors.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
  • Created special handouts, study guides and enrichment materials to boost student knowledge.
  • Collaborated with parents to create tutoring sessions appropriate for student's age, learning preference and learning style.

President

My Grandmothers Keeper
01.2023 - Current
  • Founded and established nonprofit organization
  • Collaborated with community partners and stakeholders to raise awareness and support for organization's mission and goals
  • Oversaw all aspects of organizational management, including budgeting, fundraising, and volunteer recruitment and training
  • Maintained accurate records and reports on program activities, outcomes, and impact
  • Starbucks Foundation Neighborhood Grant Winner

Advisory Board Member

College Of William & Mary
05.2023 - 10.2023
  • Supported William & Mary Washington Center by increasing access to Study in D.C. opportunities for students, expanding connections among members of the community, and planning for the continued future success of the Center.
  • Provided input for maximizing D.C. study opportunities and experiences that significantly enhance students’ learning and career possibilities.
  • Leveraged Advisory Board’s network to maximize number and diversity of alumni, parents, and friends who mentor students, provide high-quality internship and job leads for students, and serve as speakers for Study in D.C. courses.

History Teacher/Department Chairperson/Lead Teacher

Greensville County Public Schools
01.2021 - 08.2023
  • Prepared various classroom activities and assessment methods to promote retention of study materials.
  • Attended professional development seminars and workshops to maintain expertise in history and led department.
  • Maintained regular verbal and written communication with school counselors and parents to update with student progress, class schedules and important test dates.
  • Delivered prepared lesson plans using instructional materials and tools.
  • Taught Night School, Homebound Students, and tutored after school.

Education

Master of Science - Mental Health And Wellness

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05.2025

Certificate - Entrepreneurship

Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA
10.2023

Entrepreneurial Certificate - Business

Black BRAND
Norfolk
08.2023

Certificate - Equity Advocacy

Research Policy & Impact Center
06.2023

Master of Arts - Master of Education in Secondary Humanities

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05.2023

Teaching License - Career Switcher

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
12.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Government Major

College of William & Mary
Williamsburg, VA
08.2019

Skills

  • 10 years tutoring experience
  • Customer service
  • Supervision
  • Classroom management
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Adaptability
  • Leadership
  • Cultural awareness
  • Computer proficiency
  • Lesson planning
  • Business Growth & Development

Extracurriculars

2023: National Small Business Association; Leadership Council Member

2023: Pro Member of Black BRAND 

2023; Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce Member

2023: Starbucks Community Coordinator

2023: Member of the NAACP

2023; Member of the Urban League

2013-2016; The Black Student Organization Treasurer
2014-2016; The African American Male Coalition President
2015-2016; Chairman of the Student Assembly Review Board
2015-2016; Merrimac Juvenile Detention Center Mentor

2014-2015; Camp Launch Camp Counselor
2012-2016; Distinguished Gentlemen Youth Mentor
2013-2014; Student Assembly, Undersecretary of Socioeconomic Affairs
2013-2014; Berkeley Middle School 7th grade Math Teaching Assistant

2012-2013; College Partnership for Kids Tutor of Elementary Math

Timeline

Advisory Board Member

College Of William & Mary
05.2023 - 10.2023

President

My Grandmothers Keeper
01.2023 - Current

History Teacher/Department Chairperson/Lead Teacher

Greensville County Public Schools
01.2021 - 08.2023

Founder & CEO

Higher Purpose Learning Tutoring LLC
09.2020 - Current

Master of Science - Mental Health And Wellness

Grand Canyon University

Certificate - Entrepreneurship

Santa Clara University

Entrepreneurial Certificate - Business

Black BRAND

Certificate - Equity Advocacy

Research Policy & Impact Center

Master of Arts - Master of Education in Secondary Humanities

Grand Canyon University

Teaching License - Career Switcher

Old Dominion University

Bachelor of Arts - Government Major

College of William & Mary

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