Laura Hatcher
Dothan,AL
Summary
Resourceful Specialist offering expertise in problem-solving, data analysis and customer service. Adept at quickly learning new technologies and processes for driving success. Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects and developing innovative solutions.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Parental Involvement Specialist
Dothan City Schools
08.1985 - 04.2024
- Supported creation of detailed, technical financial models to value potential acquisition targets.
- Implemented new training programs for staff, leading to higher employee retention rates and better overall performance.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Interpreted clients' needs and introduced services to fit specific requirements.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Developed and implemented systems to track customer feedback and satisfaction.
- Listened and responded to customer requests and forwarded necessary information to superiors.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Built and managed relationships with key clients and partners to drive growth.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities. Along with working with parents
- Using Power School
Summer Program Director
First United Methodist Church
06.2011 - 08.2011
Director of Summer Program
First United Methodist Church
06.2010 - 08.2010
- Developed comprehensive budgets, consistently remaining within allotted funds while maximizing resource allocation.
- Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
- Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring smooth functioning of the entire summer program from start to finish.
- Enhanced program participants'' experiences by designing and implementing diverse and engaging activities.
- Checked on instructor lessons and communication in order to assess quality of education and assistance offered to students.
- Scheduled educational activities, faculty lectures and departmental events to drive mission and values of institution.
- Monitored overhead, prepared budgets and directed spending and resources to support fiscal efficiency.
- Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of [Number] students and [Number] instructors.
- Created a positive atmosphere by fostering open communication among staff, parents, and participants alike.
- Provided effective mentorship to junior staff members, fostering a sense of professional growth and development within the team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Troy University
Troy, AL05.1985
Skills
- Resource Allocation
- Manual Dexterity
- Technical communication
- Audit reporting
- Quality Assessment
- Program Evaluation
- Organization
- Data Entry
- Microsoft Word
- Computer Skills
- Active Listening
- Dependable and Responsible
- Organization and Time Management
Timeline
Summer Program Director
First United Methodist Church
06.2011 - 08.2011
Director of Summer Program
First United Methodist Church
06.2010 - 08.2010
Parental Involvement Specialist
Dothan City Schools
08.1985 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Troy University