Nya Bell
Chicago,Illinois
Summary
Professional with background in community engagement and relationship building. Adept at organizing events, managing volunteer programs, and developing outreach strategies. Known for strong collaboration with teams and adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in communication, public speaking, and project management. Reliable and results-driven, always striving to achieve impactful outcomes. Strategic and decisive leader with hardworking mentality and 3 years of related experience.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Outreach Coordinator/Event Coordinator
Pullman National Historic Park
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Conceptualized and organized community events, including Nature Fest, to engage South Side residents, increasing event participation by 40%
- Designed and executed 10 STEM-focused activities and corresponding lesson plans for Nature Fest 2024, attracting 115 attendees and 45 RSVPs via Eventbrite
- Coordinated logistics for events, including securing supplies, managing volunteers, and overseeing event day operations to ensure smooth execution
- Advocated for underrepresented populations within the community, ensuring their voices were heard when shaping organizational policies or planning new programs.
- Curated shareable visual assets such as infographics that drove social media engagement and referrals back to the website.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of best practices in community outreach, regularly attending professional development workshops and networking events to stay informed about new strategies or tools that could enhance program impact.
- Created and edited promotional materials (flyers, social media posts) to boost event visibility and distributed materials to local businesses, daycares, and community centers
- Established partnerships with local organizations, including the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago, expanding the reach and impact of educational programs
- Successfully completed funding requests and managed tax-exempt documentation for arts and crafts supplies for events
- Designed and led live demonstrations (e.g., Pullman Train Car wheels) and collaborative workshops, building strong educational ties with local schools and community groups
- Created Youtube Channel for Summer Pullman Explorers
- Received commendation for innovative educational programming that was adopted as a model for future initiatives
Substitute Teacher
Montgomery Public Schools
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Fulfill both short- and long-term substitute assignments across all subject areas, effectively teaching students of varied academic/age levels (grades K-12) and diverse cultural backgrounds
- Instruct classes of as many as 24 students; communicate with teachers, administrators and parents; and build a positive rapport with students
- Completed and Obtained Certificate for Erin's Law Training -Completed 2 Hour Training and Obtained Jason Foundation Teacher-In Service Training Program on Awareness of Teen Suicide (Jan 18,2024)
- Praised for dedication, reliability, organization and effectiveness as one of school district's most in-demand substitutes
- Filled in for permanent teachers at a moment's notice; closely adhered to lesson plans; and kept students motivated, engaged and focused
- Selected as a long-term substitute for teachers on maternity or extended medical leave
- Substituted for absent ESL/ESOL, high school Spanish and special education teachers as one of the few substitute teachers qualified in these areas
- Met the needs of students with limited English language proficiency as well as learning disabilities
- Stepped in to run after-school programs (e.g., girls' volleyball coaching, cheerleading coaching and after-school tutoring) when permanent teachers were unable to fill these roles
Interpretation Department Trainee/Community Engagement
National Park Service
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Informed guests about the Visitor Center offerings and the mission behind educating the community about the untold truth of the Lewis and Clark Expedition
- Formed community partnerships with organizations like the Intercultural Activities Department, 100 Black Men Inc
- Omaha Chapter, and the Native American and Alaskan Emphasis Program Manager to organize events like the 'My Name is York' Movie Premier
- Created outlines for the 'My Name is York' Premier Event, including agendas, lesson plans for post-film activities, and talking points for guest speakers
- Utilized various communication channels like phone, email, and text to send out information about events and collaborations
- Created informational materials like flyers and 'Quick Info Guides' about the Lewis and Clark story
- Provided feedback and suggestions for the editing of the 'My Name is York' film, ensuring historical accuracy and appropriate presentation.
- Gathered and organized narrative and statistical information using various methods
- Developed data-driven findings and recommendations for program evaluations, prepared statistical tables and reports, and kept track of Interpretation Department expenses related to film operations
- Coordinated with external stakeholders for the planning and execution of special events within the parks.
- Conducted regular inspections of park grounds, identifying areas in need of repair or improvement.
HBCU Campus Engagement Intern/Supervisor of ASU Chapter Volunteers
Be The Match
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Wrote letter to Student Affairs to make Be The Match an official organization on campus
- Produced a work group chat with 6 new volunteer trainees to inform them about weekly volunteer opportunities and approved their time at the end of the week
- Responsible for hosting a campus wide event at the Alabama State University Career Fair with the goal of obtaining 50 new registrants on the registry
- Curated content for Be The Match Social Media Page for black history month, and used the social media provided by the supervisor for marketing posts on personal social media pages
- Hosted an event for students with potential interest in internship at Be the Match at career fair April 1st, 2023 at Alabama State University
- Got a total of 3 students that submitted their resume for potential employment for fall semester 2023
- Conducted weekly tabling in the student union every Thursday and Friday with the goal of 20 new applicants onto the donor registry a week
- Attended the Pre Session to the Maternal and Child Health C.A.R.E.S Program to educate the students of health science majors about the health disparity on the registry
- Trained the six volunteers that were required during the duration of the internship about preparation for tabling events and other commitment expectations that would be expected out of them
- Conducted weekly phone calls with the account manager to ensure the amount of swab kits stayed stocked
- Participated in group zoom meetings with Supervisors and New Volunteers during the training period
- Collaborated with the Career Services Department at Alabama State University to do email marketing for Be The Match and sent out emails twice a week to the student body emails to notify them what days I would be tabling.
- Streamlined the onboarding process for new interns, resulting in faster integration into teams.
- Assisted HR with recruiting efforts by identifying high-potential candidates from intern pool for potential full-time positions.
- Maintained content calendar to prioritize relevant, engaging material output.
Student Lab Assistant/Student Teaching Garden
Alabama State University
09.2019 - 12.2022
- Worked with Bellinger Hill Elementary's 1st and 2nd grade classes to teach them a lesson about nocturnal insects
- Collaborated with Brentwood Children's Home to create a lesson plan to teach the students about 'food deserts' around the city and give them a tour around the student garden. Catering services were provided, and the students were told to collect soil from the garden and write down any observations in their science notebook
- Spent 12 hours a week on garden maintenance doing tasks such as laying down and spreading loam and garden soil to prepare spaces for vegetable gardens, planted seeds and cultivated vegetables
- Wrote a statement about my personal experience working in the Biology Lab and in the Student Teaching Garden for a grant from Propel. Attended 2022 Propel HBCU Experience at Propel Center in Atlanta, Georgia as a student representative to propose a grant
- Developed and implemented hands-on conservation and environmental education programs for students on campus to encourage them to volunteer in gardens and to assist with, fostering an appreciation for sustainability and nature.
- Organized and facilitated field trips and garden tours, guiding students in observing and analyzing ecological concepts in real-world settings.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the student garden, including planting schedules, maintenance tasks, and coordinating volunteer activities.
- Contributed to grant writing and fundraising efforts to secure funding for garden expansion and sustainability projects.
Finance Manager
Girl Scouts Heart of Hudson
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Develop, monitor, and manage the annual camp budget, ensuring alignment with camp objectives and financial goals
- Regularly forecast financial needs for activities, supplies, and staffing, ensuring cost-efficiency and sustainability throughout the camp season
- Oversee camp fee collection, including deposits, balances, and outstanding payments
- Implement systems for invoicing and managing accounts receivable to ensure smooth cash flow and financial transparency for camp families
- Negotiate contracts with vendors for camp supplies, food services, and equipment, ensuring cost-effective pricing and timely delivery
- Maintain accurate records of all vendor transactions and service agreements
- Present financial reports to camp leadership to inform strategic decision-making
- Oversee payroll for camp staff, ensuring timely and accurate payments, tax withholdings, and adherence to labor laws
- Collaborate with HR to track hours worked, employee benefits, and incentive programs
- Key Achievements: Reduced camp operating expenses by 25% through strategic vendor negotiations and streamlined processes
Education
Auburn University in Montgomery - Interdisciplinary Studies
Auburn University in Montgomery
01.2023
Alabama State University - Rehabilitation Studies
Alabama State University
01.2022
Skills
- Event Coordination
- Community Outreach
- STEM Education
- Nonprofit experience
- Recordkeeping skills
- Community resource management
- Program Development
- Environmental Education
- Public Speaking
- Proficiency in social media management tools
- Ability to create engaging visual content
- Strong written communication skills
- Marketing initiatives
- Analytics tracking
Professionalreferences
- Karla Sigala, Supervisor of Interpretation Department, Lewis and Clark National Historical Trail, +1 (870) 377-3779, Karla_Sigala@nps.gov
- Sue Bennett, Assistant Superintendent, Pullman National Historical Park, 773/468-9310 x-1002, 773-241-0541
- Grace Kruse, Park Ranger/Volunteer Program Coordinator, Pullman National Historical Park, 773 468-9310 x1004, (773)318-7160
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Community Outreach Coordinator/Event Coordinator
Pullman National Historic Park
05.2024 - 08.2024
Substitute Teacher
Montgomery Public Schools
01.2024 - 05.2024
Interpretation Department Trainee/Community Engagement
National Park Service
05.2023 - 09.2023
HBCU Campus Engagement Intern/Supervisor of ASU Chapter Volunteers
Be The Match
12.2022 - 05.2023
Finance Manager
Girl Scouts Heart of Hudson
05.2022 - 08.2022
Student Lab Assistant/Student Teaching Garden
Alabama State University
09.2019 - 12.2022
Alabama State University - Rehabilitation Studies
Alabama State University
Auburn University in Montgomery - Interdisciplinary Studies
Auburn University in Montgomery
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