Marvin M Kelly
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Youth program professional with proven track record in designing and managing programs that enhance youth development. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to achieving impactful results, consistently adapting to changing needs. Skills include program management, community outreach, and youth mentorship, valued for reliability and adaptability.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Program Specialist II
EYCSU
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Developed strong partnerships with schools to promote academic achievement among participating students.
- Maintained detailed records of participant attendance and performance data for grant reporting purposes.
- Enhanced youth engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group projects into program curriculum.
Head Tutor
EYC
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans and study guides for students, resulting in improved understanding of subject matter.
- Communicated with parents regularly regarding student performance, addressing concerns and celebrating achievements together.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
Substitute Teacher
Muscogee County School District
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
Child and Youth Program Assistant
1st Division CDC
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Conducted regular assessments of children''s development, using results to inform individualized instruction strategies.
- Adapted teaching methods based on each child''s unique learning style, maximizing engagement and understanding.
Activity Leader
Parks and Recreation Community Schools
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Ensured timely setup of equipment and spaces, facilitating smooth transitions between daily activities.
- Trained new staff members on company policies, procedures, and expectations to maintain consistent quality across all programs.
- Planned and implemented as many as 15 activities per month focused on supporting Arts, Sciences, English, Social Studies, and Math needs.
Paraprofessional Kindergarten
Fox Elementary
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Facilitated communication between general education and special education staff, promoting effective collaboration on behalf of students'' best interests.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
Youth Development Specialist (The Arts)
Boys and Girls Club of Chattahoochee Valley
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Mentored participants in developing essential life skills such as time management, budgeting, decision-making abilities.
- Boosted youth engagement by incorporating experiential learning and interactive activities into curriculum.
- Accommodated youths with academic and vocational trainings to deliver information on future career opportunities.
- Delivered youth transitional assistance in areas of education, life skills and career development.
- Designed creative programming elements that appealed to diverse interests including sports activities arts projects educational excursions.
- Applied crisis intervention methods to de-escalate potentially dangerous scenarios.
Enrichment Instructor
21st Century Afterschool Program
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Provided feedback, guidance and support to students on participation and performance.
- Met needs of different students by adapting teaching materials and methods.
- Monitored student progress and provided individualized instruction to meet student needs and goals.
Teacher Artist
EYC
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Program Aide and Teacher
Activ8 Summer Camp
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Assisted with maintenance of educational materials, books and toys for classroom.
- Implemented welcoming environment where children felt safe and secure and enjoyed interacting with others.
- Served as a positive ambassador for the program by attending community events, meetings, and networking opportunities to build visibility and credibility within relevant circles.
- Supported planning and coordination of Theater Arts program and associated activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA07-2027
Master of Arts - Teaching Theatre
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA07-2027
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Georgia Military College
Augusta, GA08-2010
Skills
- Educating children
- Supervising children
- Teaching The Arts
- Teaching Yoga
- Experience with shop tools
- Communication skills
- Quick learner
- People skills
- Microsoft Software
- Google Docs Software
- Creative Lesson Planning
- Youth Development Expertise
Theatre Experiences
- Toys Take Over Christmas, Toy Soldier Two, 12/01/11
- Three Sisters, Sound Board Op, 11/01/13
- Year with Frog & Toad, Light Board Op
- Fall Dance Showcase 2016, Run Crew
- Sussical the Musical, Run Crew
- Everyman: Adapted, Asst. Master Electrician, 11/01/16
- Eurydice, Set Construction, 02/01/11
- As You Like It, Set Construction, 04/01/11
- Noises Off, Set Construction, 10/01/11
- American Buffalo, Props, 02/01/17
- The Crucible, House Usher, 11/01/10
- Charlotte's Web, House Usher, 01/01/11
- As You Like It, House Usher, 04/01/11
- Noises Off, House Usher, 10/01/11
- How I Became a Pirate, House Usher, 01/01/12
- Neighborhood 3 Requisition of Doom, House Usher, 02/01/12
- Caroline, or Change, House Usher, 03/01/12
- Miss Nelson is Missing, House Usher, 09/01/12
- Amadeus, House Usher, 11/01/12
- Jack and The Wonder Beans, House Usher, 01/01/17
- Fiddler on the Roof, House Usher, 01/01/17
- American Buffalo, House Usher, 02/01/17
- Clybourne Park, House Usher, 04/01/17
Awards
- Published Poet
- Best Actor, 2HotRadio Beyoncé Experience, 2023
Hobbies and Interests
- Writing…Poetry, Plays, Short Stories, and Essays.
- Yoga
- Sewing…Hand and Machine
- Painting…Abstract, Self-Portraits, Acrylic Pouring, Surrealism
- Gardening…Produce.
- Craft Making…Jewelry, Wood Burning, and Leather Works
- Child Wrangling
Training
- Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
- Child Abuse Identify, Reporting, Prevention
- Rescue Medication
- Child and Adolescence Suicide Prevention
References
- Talisha Young, (706) 780-9030, talisha.young04@outlook.com
- Janis T Stovall, (706) 566-3215, Janisstovall11@gmail.com
- Beth Reeves, reeves_elizabeth1@columbusstate.edu
- David Turner, (706) 507-8420, tuner_david4@columbusstate.edu
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 3 to 6 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Affiliations
- Honor Society
- Phi Sigma Pi
- The Society of Collegiate Leadership and Achievement
Best Actor...2HotRadio Beyoncé Experience, Renaissance Tour 2023
Won, executive suite sitting for the concert in Atlanta, GA. Had to audition with a monologue. I used an original piece that I wrote for a play that I am writing.
Timeline
Youth Program Specialist II
EYCSU
01.2023 - 01.2024
Head Tutor
EYC
01.2022 - 07.2023
Child and Youth Program Assistant
1st Division CDC
01.2021 - 01.2022
Activity Leader
Parks and Recreation Community Schools
01.2021 - 12.2021
Paraprofessional Kindergarten
Fox Elementary
01.2020 - 01.2021
Substitute Teacher
Muscogee County School District
01.2019 - 01.2023
Youth Development Specialist (The Arts)
Boys and Girls Club of Chattahoochee Valley
01.2018 - 01.2020
Enrichment Instructor
21st Century Afterschool Program
01.2015 - 01.2016
Teacher Artist
EYC
01.2012 - 12.2012
Program Aide and Teacher
Activ8 Summer Camp
01.2011 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre
Columbus State University
Master of Arts - Teaching Theatre
Columbus State University
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Georgia Military College
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