Kirstin Ivy
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Flexible, caring, and motivated professional currently pursuing a master's degree in nonprofit administration, and who has experience building and cultivating meaningful relationships with clients/donors. Life-long learner eager to broaden knowledge base and apply skills to further develop the success of an organization through advocacy and development.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
High School English Teacher
Keller Independent School District
Fort Worth, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach grammar, composition, reading comprehension, literature analysis and creative writing.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative teaching strategies for the English curriculum.
- Utilized technology such as multimedia presentations and educational software programs in the classroom setting.
- Customized innovative methods and materials to produce effective learning experiences.
Missions Coordinator
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church
Keller, TX
06.2007 - Current
- Assisted with creating budgets to ensure missions operations were within allocated funds.
- Coordinated meetings between church leaders and missionaries to discuss progress of mission projects.
- Initiated communication with international contacts in order to facilitate the successful completion of mission objectives.
- Conducted research into best practices when it comes to ethical engagement with host communities during short-term visits.
Advisory Council/ Board Member (Fundraising)
Noggin Educational Foundation
Mansfield, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Engaged in public relations activities to promote the mission, vision, values, products, services, and brand image.
- Collaborated with executive team members on fundraising initiatives to secure additional funding sources for the organization.
- Assessed organizational performance metrics against established benchmarks.
- Utilized networks and resources to inspire collective action and achieve organizational goals.
- Provided strategic direction to the organization by setting goals and objectives.
Mission and Outreach Coordinator
Saint Michael And All Angels Episcopal Church
Dallas, TX
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Planned and managed different community meetings, public forums and outreach events, including a week-long summer camp for over 300 students that included 50 volunteers and school faculty.
- Coordinated ongoing volunteer publicity and awareness programs through collaboration with different organizational departments.
- Managed volunteer database and volunteer service hours for inclusion in monthly and year-end volunteer reports, and communicated regularly with volunteers to support their efforts and assist with issues or obstacles.
- Communicated regularly with staff members to ensure that all outreach materials were up-to-date and accurate.
Director of Development
Treasured Vessels Foundation
Dallas, TX
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Cultivated strong relationships with board members, donors, prospects, and the philanthropic community to keep the organization's financial needs in forefront.
- Developed marketing materials, executed in-person fundraisers, and served as an articulate, enthusiastic and visible spokesperson.
- Planned and managed development programs that attracted record-setting donations for the organization, allowing us to achieve the long sought-after goal of breaking ground on our second safe home.
- Directed work of the fundraising team to successfully achieve targets ahead of schedule, inclusive of a Health Care Initiative that provided education for staff at local hospitals.
- Liaised with business and community-based organizations such as Chambers of Commerce, City Councils, and Rotary Clubs, to increase awareness of fundraising programs and causes.
DYSLEXIA SPECIALIST
KELLER INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Keller, TX
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Consulted with classroom teachers to develop strategies to help children excel at reading
- Interpreted assessment data to determine best intervention methods for students.
- Organized and prepared instructional materials, communiqués, and reports to facilitate student learning.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
VISTA RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Keller, TX
08.2018 - 07.2020
- Worked with students with specialized needs to accomplish tasks and build practical skills.
- Fostered positive and trusting relationships with students to increase engagement.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support in an inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with conventional education instructors across multiple departments to optimize student learning.
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER, Inclusion Teacher
International Leadership of Texas
Fort Worth, TX
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
Education
Master of Science - Nonprofit Management
Louisiana State University At Shreveport
Shreveport, LA12.2024
M. ED - Curriculum And Instruction
University of North Texas
Denton, TX12.2020
M. ED - Educational Leadership
University of North Texas
Denton, TX12.2019
B.A. - ENGLISH
UNIVERSITY oF TEXAS
Arlington, TX08.2001
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Excellent Communication
- Grant Writing
- Partnership Development
- Public Speaking
- Data Analysis
- Community Engagement
- Fundraising
Timeline
High School English Teacher
Keller Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
Advisory Council/ Board Member (Fundraising)
Noggin Educational Foundation
08.2023 - Current
Mission and Outreach Coordinator
Saint Michael And All Angels Episcopal Church
03.2023 - 08.2023
Director of Development
Treasured Vessels Foundation
06.2022 - 02.2023
DYSLEXIA SPECIALIST
KELLER INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2020 - 05.2022
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
VISTA RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2018 - 07.2020
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER, Inclusion Teacher
International Leadership of Texas
08.2017 - 07.2018
Missions Coordinator
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church
06.2007 - Current
Master of Science - Nonprofit Management
Louisiana State University At Shreveport
M. ED - Curriculum And Instruction
University of North Texas
M. ED - Educational Leadership
University of North Texas
B.A. - ENGLISH
UNIVERSITY oF TEXAS
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