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Kya Wakefield

Everett

Summary

Administrative professional with 7+ years of experience in executive operations management, including calendar coordination, travel logistics, and budgeting. Proven ability to enhance office processes and support senior leadership in dynamic environments. Expertise in confidential communication and team management, resulting in improved institutional efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations & Culture Manager

Up Academy Boston
Boston
06.2018 - 06.2025
  • Provided executive-level support to school leadership, including calendar management, travel logistics, and team communications.
  • Coordinated domestic student travel, including booking flights, buses, hotels, and managing travel budgets, and reimbursements.
  • Managed the Culture Team and oversaw student behavior systems, crisis support, and restorative practice frameworks.
  • Led the planning and execution of all-school events, professional development days, and parent-facing programming.
  • Analyzed student data to identify areas of improvement, reported findings to leadership, and developed strategic initiatives.
  • Improved attendance by 42% and reduced suspensions by 30% by implementing multi-tiered intervention systems.
  • Oversaw budgeting for student programming, team events, and external consultants.
  • Trained staff on internal systems, compliance protocols, and best practices for student support.

Administrative Coordinator

Frisoli Youth Center
Cambridge
01.2017 - 09.2018
  • Delivered logistical and administrative support to youth center leadership through calendar coordination and event planning.
  • Managed budgets for workshops, field trips, and employment programs; tracked reimbursements and receipts.
  • Facilitated job readiness and leadership development workshops for middle and high school students.
  • Maintained organized and confidential records for youth participants and program data.
  • Collaborated with community organizations and city departments to secure resources for youth participants.
  • Coordinated scheduling of youth programs while creating flyers and outreach materials.
  • Responded to communications from parents and city officials to ensure program alignment.

Youth Program Assistant

Shelburne Community Center
Boston
11.2011 - 01.2017

Supported daily operations of after-school program, supervising students and managing schedules.

  • Coordinated enrichment programming, scheduling activities, field trips, and parent engagement events.
  • Maintained accurate student records and facilitated communication between families and program leadership.
  • Assisted in inventory management while ensuring safety compliance.
  • Designed and implemented student leadership initiative to enhance self-advocacy and confidence-building.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mary Lyon Pilot High
Boston
06-2014

Some College (No Degree) - Education

Saint John's University
Queens, NY

Skills

Executive Calendar Management Domestic & International Travel Coordination Budgeting & Reimbursement Processing
Meeting & Event Logistics Staff Supervision Conflict Resolution & Restorative Practices
Google Suite Microsoft Office Zoom Dropbox Program Development Written & Verbal Communication Strategic planning

Timeline

Operations & Culture Manager

Up Academy Boston
06.2018 - 06.2025

Administrative Coordinator

Frisoli Youth Center
01.2017 - 09.2018

Youth Program Assistant

Shelburne Community Center
11.2011 - 01.2017

High School Diploma -

Mary Lyon Pilot High

Some College (No Degree) - Education

Saint John's University
Kya Wakefield