Latisha Griffin
Chicago,IL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Community School Coordinator
Metropolitan Family Services
Chicago, IL
09.2015 - Current
- Developed and implemented after-school programs for students to enhance their academic performance.
- Collaborated with school administrators, teachers, parents and community members to identify the needs of local youth.
- Organized and facilitated student workshops on topics such as leadership development, career exploration and conflict resolution.
- Provided individual counseling services to students in need of social and emotional support.
- Coordinated field trips and special events to engage students in cultural experiences.
- Conducted outreach activities within the community to promote awareness of available services for children and families.
- Facilitated meetings between school staff, parents and community organizations to discuss strategies for addressing issues facing youth in the area.
- Recruited volunteers from the community to serve as mentors or tutors within the school system.
Education
High School Diploma -
Percy L. Julian
10330 S. Elizabeth Chicago, IL 6064306-1992
Skills
- Needs Assessment
- Monitoring progress
- Partnership Building
- Team Management
- Educational leadership
- Student Engagement
- Lesson Planning
- Learning assessment
- Staff Training
- Activity Planning
Timeline
Community School Coordinator
Metropolitan Family Services
09.2015 - Current
High School Diploma -
Percy L. Julian