Loree Hawkins-Arbaugh
San Diego,CA
Summary
I'm an experienced and dedicated "Career Volunteer" with a strong background in volunteer coordination, mobilization, community outreach, and administrative support applying for a part-time Administrative and Volunteer Coordinator position at Mission Edge, HandsOn San Diego, leveraging over 10 years of experience in managing volunteer programs, leading community initiatives, and fostering partnerships to enhance organizational impact.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Program Head for Big and Little Sister Program
National Charity League - Del Norte Chapter
- Managed the Big and Little Sister program, fostering mentorship relationships and ensuring alignment with organizational goals
- Spearheaded coordination efforts for philanthropic events and training sessions, fostering leadership development.
Operations Manager/Volunteer Coordinator
More Than Apples, Inc. (MTA)
03.2018 - Current
- Organize and manage volunteer efforts for more than 50 volunteers weekly, collaborating with local organizations to enhance community outreach and service impact.
- Remotely coordinate and confirm volunteer schedules, ensuring all liability waivers, releases and volunteer information are accurately filled and filed.
- Played a key role in developing current systems and policies alongside a working board of volunteers.
- Designed current organizational structure including clearly defined leadership roles.
- Coordinated the movement of goods for food rescue operations, ensuring effective transfer from warehouse to distribution sites and fostering collaboration between community donors and volunteer teams.
- Ensure a smooth transition of newly recruited volunteers into the remote ambassador program.
- Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, making adjustments as needed.
- Report to CEO and Board Members with weekly and monthly briefings.
- Confirm and schedule weekly staff for on-site workday.
- Assist in management engagement and active participation in a 5,000+ member social media group.
- Provide training and support to volunteers.
- Managed inventory and delivery logistics of goods from local warehouse suppliers and volunteer drivers.
- Designed and implemented an organizational structure for effective communication.
- Managed on-site operations and ensured smooth functioning of all departments by assigning dedicated volunteer leadership for each department
- Maintained partnerships with local organizations, including Hands On San Diego, to increase volunteer engagement and program success.
PTO Chair, Volunteer Coordinator, and Room Parent Liaison
Guajome Park Academy (2010-2021), Pacific Sky School (2022-Present)
01.2012 - Current
- Chaired the Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO), managing meetings, events, and parent engagement
- Coordinated volunteers for school events, ensuring successful execution and participation.
- Fostered relationships with stakeholders.
- Planned, coordinated, executed large school-wide events with collaborative efforts from volunteers.
- Introduced community engagement events and coordinated on and off-site field trips.
- Mentored new parent members, providing guidance on roles, responsibilities and expectations to support teachers and staff.
- Introduced new fundraising initiatives and led impactful and successful campaigns throughout tenure.
- Created and distributed monthly newsletters showcasing achievements of students, teachers, and volunteers as well as event recaps and upcoming events.
Girl Scout Troop Leader
Girl Scouts San Diego
01.2010 - Current
- Led a Girl Scout troop, facilitating meetings, activities, and community service projects
- Mentored young girls in developing leadership, teamwork, and life skills.
Lead English Teacher
Nishio City
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Led English language instruction for students of various ages and proficiency levels
- Developed and implemented curriculum and lesson plans tailored to students' needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science -
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TXSkills
- Project and Volunteer Management
- Curriculum Development and Instruction
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Event Planning and Coordination
- Community Outreach and Engagement
- Leadership and Mentorship
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
Certification
TEFL/TOEFL Certification - Cambridge Methodology, San Francisco, CA, 1998-01-01
Community Volunteer Liaison Partner
2010 - Present
Hands On San Diego, United Way, Girl Scouts San Diego, Teen Volunteers in Action SD1, The Bishop School, Coastal Academy, Fill-A-Belly Carlsbad, National Charity League - Del Norte Chapter
Community partner with local organizations to connect community volunteers with service opportunities. Facilitated collaborative efforts to maximize community impact and supported volunteer recruitment, training, and coordination as well as volunteer particpant.
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Operations Manager/Volunteer Coordinator
More Than Apples, Inc. (MTA)
03.2018 - Current
PTO Chair, Volunteer Coordinator, and Room Parent Liaison
Guajome Park Academy (2010-2021), Pacific Sky School (2022-Present)
01.2012 - Current
Girl Scout Troop Leader
Girl Scouts San Diego
01.2010 - Current
Lead English Teacher
Nishio City
01.1998 - 01.2001
Volunteer Program Head for Big and Little Sister Program
National Charity League - Del Norte Chapter
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science -
Texas Christian University
TEFL/TOEFL Certification - Cambridge Methodology, San Francisco, CA, 1998-01-01
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