Myesha Thornton
Outreach Coordinator
Atlanta, GA,GA
Summary
Persuasive Program Coordinator with proven experience in developing plans to expand and effectively engage public in advocacy campaigns and program offerings. 7 Years of demonstrated successes in program implementation, data collection and analysis, volunteer recruitment and retention, and processes to develop working relationships. Practiced at enhancing community support with forward-thinking strategies and skilled leadership over teams and resources. Well-organized, industrious and dedicated to boosting support to meet expanding requirements.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Outreach Coordinator
Lost N Found Youth Inc
Atlanta, GA
11.2019 - Current
- Trained and managed 5 outreach team leaders and oversaw training and mentoring of up to 50 volunteers each quarter.
- Established systems for tracking and documentation of data for outreach and organization's supply pantry.
- Liaised with nonprofits and other organizations to find resources for targeted demographic, enhance community awareness, and promote services
- Scheduled quarterly outreach exhibitions and educated employees on assisting youth experiencing homelessness.
- Advocated for client needs and funding for at-risk groups.
- Managed outreach volunteer calendar and verified coverage of key roles during volunteer unavailability.
- Identified service gaps and located needed resources for individuals, including housing, work placement and other support.
Assistant Community Manager
Village at Deaton Creek HOA
Atlanta, GA
11.2018 - 11.2019
- Oversaw implementation and training of staff and committee members for new software.
- Facilitated transition meetings with new management company
- Obtained bids for capital projects and maintenance for HOA-managed facilities.
- Assisted in leading team of 19, serving 1,144 homes.
- Created and distributed resource lists for homeowners regarding home maintenance and repairs.
- Complete compliance checks and follow-ups to ensure that homes are following design guidelines.
- Served as mediator for conflict between residents, committees, and staff members.
- Oversaw maintenance staff for facilities and grounds maintenance.
- Staff liaison to Architectural Review Committee by processing applications for home exterior alterations.
Manager in Training
Weidner Property Management
Phoenix, AZ
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Assisted in leading team of 17, serving 696-unit property.
- Increased occupancy from 81% to 95%, decreasing exposure to 5%.
- Developed and executed customized, quarterly marketing plans to increase prospect traffic, strengthen resident retention, and meet evolving needs of community.
- Constructed and managed property operating budget, while maintaining accurate records for accounts receivable, accounts payable, monthly/quarterly revenue, and occupancy projections.
- Collected rent, fees, delinquent accounts, and move out charges.
- Facilitated resident conflict resolution with sustainable solutions.
Special Education Teacher
Gwinnett County Public Schools
Atlanta, GA
07.2016 - 08.2017
- Designed, implemented, monitored, and reviewed Individual Education Program (IEP) of each student on assigned caseload of up to 10 students according to program guidelines and administrative policy.
- Trained peers and administrators on working with students with varying degrees of hearing loss
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Created educational materials to ensure legal compliance and culturally appropriate approaches.
- Cooperated effectively and professionally with other members of educational team by sharing pertinent information that was critical to students' success.
Special Education Teacher
Cobb County School System
Atlanta, GA
07.2014 - 08.2016
- Designed, implemented, monitored, and reviewed Individual Education Program (IEP) of each student on assigned caseload of up to 10 students according to program guidelines and administrative policy.
- Trained peers and administrators on working with students with varying degrees of hearing loss
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Created educational materials to ensure legal compliance and culturally appropriate approaches.
- Cooperated effectively and professionally with other members of educational team by sharing pertinent information that was critical to students' success.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education, Special Education
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA 08.2009 - 07.2013
Work Availability
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Skills
Program development
Client needs assessments
Training & Development
Proficient In Office 365
Crisis Intervention
Written And Verbal Communication
Referrals
Customer Service
Outreach
Customer service
Interviewing skills
Written and verbal communication
MS Office
Cultural awareness
Detail-oriented
Interpersonal Communication
Troubleshooting
Planning and Coordination
Verbal and written communication
Collaboration
Computer proficiency
Compassion
Quote
There are two types of people who will tell you that you cannot make a difference in this world: those who are afraid to try and those who are afraid you will succeed.
Ray Goforth
Timeline
Outreach Coordinator
Lost N Found Youth Inc
11.2019 - Current
Assistant Community Manager
Village at Deaton Creek HOA
11.2018 - 11.2019
Manager in Training
Weidner Property Management
08.2017 - 08.2018
Special Education Teacher
Gwinnett County Public Schools
07.2016 - 08.2017
Special Education Teacher
Cobb County School System
07.2014 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Education, Special Education
Valdosta State University
08.2009 - 07.2013