Larissa B. Coleman
Cleveland,TN
Summary
Experience with coordinating complex programs and managing multiple priorities. Utilizes strong organizational and communication skills to ensure project alignment and success. Track record of fostering team collaboration and adaptability in fast-paced settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Heritage High School
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Worked closely with lead teachers to provide support for students particularly in the resource classrooms
- Helped with students individually and in group settings to make sure they understood assignments
- Managed classrooms when teachers were away
- Worked with students with special abilities on a work program to help transition after high school
- Helped with lesson plans and grading class assignments
Director of Workforce Development
Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce
03.2020 - 08.2022
- Worked with Cleveland City and Bradley County schools to develop workforce initiatives
- Led a Youth Leadership program for high school sophomores, juniors and seniors
- Worked with the school systems to coordinate 'Senior Interviews' for all high school seniors within the 3-school system
- Coordinated a job shadowing program for high school juniors
- Worked with the local Junior Achievement to promote 'Reality Check' for the 8th grade students
- Coordinated Job Fairs with our schools as well as our industry and business partners
Director
Cleveland State Community College
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Implemented the Governor’s Initiative for Vocational Education Grant
- Recruited High School students to attend Cleveland State for an Earn to Learn program
- Recruited Industry partners to work with Cleveland State to put students to work
Membership Accounts Representative
Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce
08.2017 - 03.2019
- Facilitated growth by promoting the many benefits of Chamber membership in a B2B sales approach
- Coordinated Chamber functions including the monthly Chamber Business Networking Coffee and Grand Opening Ribbon Cuttings
- Cultivated relationships with local government officials to gain support and involvement in Chamber functions
- Responsible for managing the Ambassador program which involves recruiting local business members to participate in Chamber events
- Meticulously maintained a CRM database to manage customer contact information and sales call activities
Education
B.A. - Mass Communications, English
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
05.1999
Skills
- Effective communication with diverse groups
- Ability to work in fast pace environment
- Detail oriented
- Customer service to students, peers and faculty
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Heritage High School
08.2022 - 05.2024
Director of Workforce Development
Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce
03.2020 - 08.2022
Director
Cleveland State Community College
03.2019 - 03.2020
Membership Accounts Representative
Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce
08.2017 - 03.2019
B.A. - Mass Communications, English
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
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