LaTasha Herrell
Pearland,TX
Summary
Passionate Educational Youth Development Officer with over 5 years of dedicated experience in empowering and mentoring youth in both residential and non-residential facilities, working with pre-adjudicated students. Demonstrates a profound commitment to nurturing young minds through educational programs and activities aimed at fostering personal growth, leadership skills, and academic success. Holds a Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science, with all coursework completed and expected to graduate in May 2025. Certified in CPR and Mandt, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all participants. Known for being a reliable team player with an excellent attendance record. Proven ability to design and implement engaging curricula, coordinate community outreach initiatives, and build strong relationships with students, parents, and community stakeholders. Highly motivated and enthusiastic about promoting positive youth development and lifelong learning.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Youth Development Officer
Harris County Juvenile Probation Department
Houston, TX
05.2022 - Current
- Ensure the safety of students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Provide support to students with problem behaviors that impair their ability to participate in educational programs.
- Review behavior infraction reports, and write reports related to student discipline.
Youth Development Coach
Harris County Youth Village
Houston, TX
05.2020 - 05.2022
- Encouraged active participation to enhance youth's skills and behavior.
- Managed crisis situations with a calm demeanor through TBRI strategies.
- Oversaw resident safety within controlled environments following TJJD policies.
Shift Supervisor
Walgreens
Pearland, TX
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Assists with bookkeeping tasks like cash report, cash counts, and ledgers, and bill payment as necessary or requested
- Responsible for registering all sales on the cash register assigned; keep the records of scanning errors, items not on file, and voids; and perform price verifications and price modifications
- Coaches and aids the other team members to work with the warehouse and vendor ordering process as orders are created, reviewed, and received, which includes opening the backdoor for vendor deliveries
Operations Management
David’s Bridal
Friendswood, TX
07.2014 - 05.2019
- Devised and disseminated strategic communication materials to ensure consistent execution across stores.
- Executed comprehensive product management processes to optimize inventory control.
- Managed monthly supply orders and addressed exceptions promptly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Science
University of Houston Clear Lake
Houston, TX05-2025
Certification - Pharmacy Technician
San Jacinto College
Houston, TX08.2019
Associates of Applied Science - Pharmacy Technician
San Jacinto College
Houston, TX08.2019
High School Diploma -
Hyde Park Academy
Chicago, IL06.2001
Skills
- Program Strategy Advisor
- Skilled Interpersonal Communicator
- 40 WPM
- Empathetic Communication
- Proficient in Team Dynamics
- Independent Self-Starter
Current position
Educational Youth Development Officer, Harris County J.J.A.E.P, 05/2020 - Present, Monday - Friday 8a.m. to 4p.m.
Timeline
Educational Youth Development Officer
Harris County Juvenile Probation Department
05.2022 - Current
Youth Development Coach
Harris County Youth Village
05.2020 - 05.2022
Shift Supervisor
Walgreens
06.2019 - 05.2020
Operations Management
David’s Bridal
07.2014 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Science
University of Houston Clear Lake
Certification - Pharmacy Technician
San Jacinto College
Associates of Applied Science - Pharmacy Technician
San Jacinto College
High School Diploma -
Hyde Park Academy
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