Samantha Esme-Leonard
Brookshire
Summary
Professional with proven track record in volunteer management. Adept at coordinating and leading diverse teams to achieve organizational goals. Skilled in recruitment, training, and retention of volunteers, with strong focus on fostering collaboration and adaptability. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and results-driven approach.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Coordinator
SIRE Therapeutic Horsdemanship
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Recruited and trained new volunteers on volunteer program goals and objectives.
- Coordinated large-scale events involving multiple teams of volunteers, resulting in successful fundraisers and community outreach initiatives.
- Provided ongoing support to volunteers throughout their tenure, addressing any concerns or issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and commitment to the organization''s goals.
- Established strong relationships with local organizations, fostering collaboration and expanding volunteer opportunities.
- Organized recognition events to show appreciation for volunteer contributions, boosting morale and promoting a positive organizational culture.
- Maintained regular communication with volunteers through newsletters, social media updates, and personal check-ins, keeping them engaged and informed about upcoming opportunities.
- Managed and tracked volunteer hours and progress to support accurate documentation.
- Developed comprehensive training materials to ensure volunteers were well-prepared for their roles.
- Served as a liaison between volunteers and senior leadership, ensuring open lines of communication and promoting a transparent environment where concerns could be addressed promptly.
- Collaborated with other departments to maximize impact of volunteer efforts.
Lead Teacher
Crosspoint Christian School
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
Event Manaager
Simply The Best Staffing
02.1996 - 12.2005
- Managed budgets and negotiated contracts with vendors, ensuring cost-effective event execution.
- Streamlined event planning processes by implementing efficient project management strategies.
- Implemented innovative event themes and designs to create memorable experiences for attendees.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Established relationships with key stakeholders, fostering long-term partnerships for future collaborations.
- Increased client satisfaction by consistently delivering well-executed events within budget constraints.
- Recruited trained, and managed teams of volunteers to assist with event operations and logistics.
- Coordinated large-scale conferences for industry professionals, resulting in increased networking opportunities.
- Oversaw logistics for multi-day events, including accommodations, transportation, and scheduling.
- Ensured smooth transitions between program elements at live events through effective stage management techniques.
- Collaborated closely with clients throughout the planning process to ensure their vision was accurately reflected in the final event layout.
Education
Associate of Applied Business - Business
Crosskeys College
Wales UK06-1996
Skills
- Volunteer coordination
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Volunteer orientation and onboarding
- Phone etiquette
- Volunteer scheduling
- Team Training
- Schedule coordination
- Volunteer recruitment
- Work scheduling
- Community engagement
- Schedule management
Certification
CPR and First Aid Certified
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Volunteer Coordinator
SIRE Therapeutic Horsdemanship
01.2022 - 01.2024
Lead Teacher
Crosspoint Christian School
08.2015 - 05.2019
Event Manaager
Simply The Best Staffing
02.1996 - 12.2005
CPR and First Aid Certified
Associate of Applied Business - Business
Crosskeys College
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