KENNEDI SMITH
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Results-driven Master of Public Health candidate specializing in health promotion and behavior. Experienced in developing community wellbeing programs and facilitating social-emotional learning initiatives. Delivered structured programming and collaborated with diverse stakeholders to improve mental health and youth development outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Success Coach
Hands on Atlanta- Americorps
Atlanta, USA
08.2025 - Current
- Managed caseload of 15 students, providing tailored academic, attendance, and well-being support while ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and families to coordinate educational and community resources that promote student success.
- Serve on the Attendance Team, implementing targeted outreach and data‑informed initiatives that contributed to a 5% reduction in the school’s chronic absenteeism list.
- Served on School Culture Team, planning and executing inclusive activities and celebrations that foster belonging and positive school climate.
- Deliver structured social‑emotional learning (SEL) instruction to students ages 5–12, supporting emotional regulation, communication skills, and conflict‑resolution development.
- Contributed to inclusive, supportive learning environments that promote youth development and mental health.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Georgia State University
Atlanta, Georgia
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Facilitated class activities and engaged students to improve course organization and instructional effectiveness.
- Prepared course materials and coordinated assignments to support faculty and improve classroom communication.
- Tracked student performance indicators and maintained program documentation to improve learning outcomes.
- Utilized organizational skills to enhance academic programming during one-semester appointment in higher-education setting.
Recreational Specialist
City of South Fulton
South Fulton, Ga
06.2023 - 08.2025
- Facilitated youth and family recreation programs that enhanced wellness and community engagement while prioritizing safety.
- Led structured active-play sessions for children ages six to fourteen, enhancing physical activity levels and fostering teamwork.
- Created welcoming environments that encouraged consistent participation and strengthened community involvement.
- Coordinated logistics and recruited volunteers for community events, ensuring effective planning and execution.
Education
Master of Public Health - Health Promotion and Behavior
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Southern University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA05-2024
Skills
- Academic Advising
- Student Development Programs
- Program Delivery & Implementation
- Academic Support Strategies
- Data tracking
- Stakeholder management
- Community engagement
- Event Coordination & Logistics
- Verbal communication
Certification
- CPR & First Aid Certified, American Red Cross, 06/30/26
- Human Research Protection Training, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 06/30/23
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Georgia State University
08.2025 - 12.2025
Student Success Coach
Hands on Atlanta- Americorps
08.2025 - Current
Recreational Specialist
City of South Fulton
06.2023 - 08.2025
Master of Public Health - Health Promotion and Behavior
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Southern University And A&M College