Nicole Lynn
Spencer,IN
Summary
Dynamic professional leader with a proven track record in directing club operations and driving organizational success. Expertise in strategic planning, member engagement, and financial management fosters a collaborative team environment focused on achieving measurable results. Recognized for dependability and adaptability, with extensive experience in event coordination, staff supervision, and community outreach initiatives. Committed to enhancing member experiences and building strong community connections through innovative programming and effective leadership.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owen County Unit Director
Boys & Girls Clubs of Bloomington
03.2024 - 02.2026
- Primary Safety and management oversight for all three Owen County sites
- Oversee professional program staff ensuring all responsibilities are met
- Discipline members by following guidance procedures, while ensuring communications with legal guardians and how to promote better behavior for the club member
- Compile priority outcomes, data such as Average Daily Attendance (ADA)
- Establish Unit or Branch programs, activities and services that prepare youth for success and that create a club environment that facilitates implementation Formula for Impact (FFI) framework and achievement of Youth Development Outcomes
- Ensure a healthy and safe environment, ensuring facilities, equipment and supplies are maintained
- Developing and maintaining positive Club culture
- Build positive relationships with youth, volunteers, parents, schools, and community.
- Assist with tracking daily attendance and other applicable program administrative duties.
- Assist with preparing information for reporting purposes when necessary.
- Attend mandatory staff meetings and training sessions.
- Oversee all recruitment, hiring, training, disciplining and evaluation of the staff and volunteers in your unit.
- Keeping up to date files on all staff and volunteers to be sure they all have current trainings and certifications.
- Directly in charge of full time program staff to oversee all that of their responsibilities are being met.
- Oversee the daily supervision of full-time staff and assist with the management of other staff.
- Responsible for securing adequate staffing for the unit.
- Responsible for the development of the daily, weekly, monthly and yearly programs of the unit.
- Marketing of unit and organizational programs through all media sources. Preparation and distribution to club families and posting of programs, club hours and special events throughout your unit.
- Developing and overseeing club and community special events at your unit and in collaboration with other units.
- Serving as an advocate of youth, through public speaking, serving on community groups, etc.
- Responsible for the ensuring of daily maintenance of your unit’s equipment, facilities and vehicles.
- Oversee of recommending and purchasing of program and maintenance supplies for the unit as budgeted.
- Oversee of Unit based grants and Unit based budget.
Academic Success Program Director
Boys & Girls Clubs of Bloomington
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Plan and oversee the administration of unit programs and activities that support Youth Development Outcomes.
- Developed and implemented strategic programs enhancing youth engagement and community outreach.
- Establish unit program objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission.
- Supervise the implementation of Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s established programs as well as locally developed programs.
- Establish and maintain unit program goals and settings that insure the health and safety of members.
- Oversight and implementation of the Indiana Kids grant.
- Collaborated with community partners to secure resources and enhance service offerings for members.
- Oversaw recruitment and mentorship of volunteers, enhancing the support network within the organization.
- Managed budgets and allocation of resources, ensuring optimal utilization for program sustainability.
- Staff management and supervision of Youth Development Professionals.
Healthy Lifestyles Program Director
Boys & Girls Clubs of Bloomington
01.2019 - 08.2023
- Led program development initiatives to enhance youth engagement and community outreach efforts.
- Responsible for planning and leading intramural, athletic and healthy lifestyle programming for youth ages 6-15.
- Focus on providing fun, educational, and safe programming for Club youth focusing on healthy active programming.
- Maintaining success of established programs including intramural and special program offerings such as basketball, volleyball, running club, baseball, flag football, and movement development.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to expand service offerings and reach underserved populations.
- Responsible for oversight and retention of programs such as: Cutters Soccer, IU Rugby, IU Tennis, First Tee, pickle ball, GRO Skateboarding, Middle Way Prevention, and OJJDP (Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention) grant.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through data analysis, adjusting strategies to improve outcomes.
- Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
- Mentored staff and volunteers, fostering professional growth and leadership skills within the organization.
- Supervised and managed 10 staff.
Healthy Lifestyles Coordinator
Boys & Girls Clubs of Bloomington
12.2017 - 01.2019
- Focus on providing fun, educational, and safe programming for Club youth focusing on active programming.
- Coordinated youth program activities, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and community needs.
- Responsible for planning and leading intramural, athletic and healthy lifestyle programming for youth ages 6-11 and 12-15.
- Responsible for maintaining success of established programs including intramural and special program offerings such as basketball, volleyball, and baseball.
- Collaborated with community partners to strengthen outreach efforts and expand program visibility.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Monroe County YMCA
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Assisted the Preschool Teacher with the creation and implementation of lesson plans, craft activities, etc.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance children's learning experiences.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to implement age-appropriate curriculum activities.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies such as games and crafts for experiential learning.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Facilitated classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and enthusiasm in all interactions.
- Implemented behavior management strategies effectively, promoting a positive atmosphere within the classroom.
Education
Masters of Arts - Coaching and Athletic Administration
Concordia University
Irvine, CA01.2017
Bachelors of Science - Exercise Science and Fitness
Manchester University
North Manchester, IN05.2015
Skills
- Operations management
- CRM management
- Network administration
- Staff development
- Safety enforcement
- Behavioral management
- Policy implementation
- Strategic planning
- Expense management
Certification
- First Aid/CPR
- CYC-P
Timeline
Owen County Unit Director
Boys & Girls Clubs of Bloomington
03.2024 - 02.2026
Academic Success Program Director
Boys & Girls Clubs of Bloomington
09.2023 - 03.2024
Healthy Lifestyles Program Director
Boys & Girls Clubs of Bloomington
01.2019 - 08.2023
Healthy Lifestyles Coordinator
Boys & Girls Clubs of Bloomington
12.2017 - 01.2019
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Monroe County YMCA
08.2016 - 12.2016
Masters of Arts - Coaching and Athletic Administration
Concordia University
Bachelors of Science - Exercise Science and Fitness
Manchester University