Maxi Wood
Cary,NC
Summary
I am a Motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with supervisory, team building and customer service skills. An expert in stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive agency success. I have a willingness to work hard and to develop acquired skills while making positive contributions to program needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Online ESOL Instructor
Self Employed Instructor
Cary, NC
10.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of ESOL learners.
- Created interactive activities to engage students in learning.
- Provided individualized instruction to help struggling students master English grammar and syntax.
ESOL Instructor/CASA Exam Proctor
Pinellas County School Board
Clearwater, FL
1/8/2019 - 09.2021
- Led online ESOL classes catering to adult immigrants and refugee students.
- Assessed student abilities through formal assessments such as quizzes and tests.
- Attended professional development workshops focused on current trends in ESL instruction.
Director of Music and Worship
Open Door Church
Clearwater, FL
09.2011 - 09.2021
- Developed and implemented music ministry policies and procedures.
- Created innovative worship services with a variety of musical styles including hymns, contemporary songs, spirituals, gospel and world music.
- Coordinated with pastors to develop themes or topics for worship services that could be expressed through music.
Programs Manager
Project Prosper Inc.
Clearwater, FL
11.2010 - 12.2018
- Oversaw program compliance with requirements, schedule and budget.
- Communicated regularly with external partners to ensure alignment of strategies and goals.
- Developed and implemented volunteer recruitment plans.
- Organized events such as conferences, seminars, and fundraisers aimed at promoting awareness relevant to the organization's mission statement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Latin American And Caribbean Studies
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05-2002
Skills
- Workshop Facilitation
- Curriculum Design
- Partnership Building
- Community Outreach
- Social Media Promotion
- Audience Engagement
- Coordinating shows
- Artist support
- Program Leadership
- Volunteer Recruitment
Certification
- 120 HR TESOL Certification
Accomplishments
- Founder Melody's Closet- a clothing closet for the plus size woman.
- Awarded a prestigious resolution for outstanding contributions to the immigrant and refugee community.
- Author and creator of "Love Thy Self" journal
- Delivered Humanitarian Aide to Cuba
Timeline
Online ESOL Instructor
Self Employed Instructor
10.2020 - Current
Director of Music and Worship
Open Door Church
09.2011 - 09.2021
Programs Manager
Project Prosper Inc.
11.2010 - 12.2018
ESOL Instructor/CASA Exam Proctor
Pinellas County School Board
1/8/2019 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Latin American And Caribbean Studies
Florida State University