Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Stacey Hart

South Holland,IL

Summary

Dynamic Program Manager with expertise in project management, community outreach, and strategic planning. Proven success in developing partnerships and implementing impactful programs to enhance community involvement.

Overview

1
1
Certification
37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Manager

Metropolitan Peace Iniative
10.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated program schedules and activities to support community involvement and partnership goals.
  • Established strategic partnerships with local organizations to support program initiatives and outreach efforts.
  • Designed and implemented evaluation processes to measure program effectiveness and participant satisfaction.
  • Conducted training sessions for staff and volunteers on program objectives and best practices to ensure alignment and understanding.

Site Director

Wiz Kids
05.2026 - 07.2026

Managed a summer sports enrichment program for over 300 campers.

  • Led staff training sessions focused on best practices in education and classroom management techniques.
  • Implemented data-driven strategies to track student progress and inform instructional decisions.
  • Provided leadership and guidance to staff through ongoing training initiatives, boosting employee retention rates.
  • Established strong relationships with clients, fostering long-term partnerships and repeat business.
  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by addressing concerns promptly and implementing feedback-driven improvements.
  • Sourced and interviewed qualified candidates to enhance team performance.
  • Performed continuous evaluations of performance successes and failures, and implemented improvement plans.
  • Implemented best practices and safe operating procedures.
  • Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
  • Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
  • Organized and updated documentation of all tasks completed and resources utilized.
  • Resolved issues among team members to keep employees on task.
  • Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.

Park Supervisor of Recreation

Chicago Park District
05.1991 - 07.2023
  • Supervised daily operations of park facilities, ensuring cleanliness and safety standards were met.
  • Coordinated maintenance schedules for parks, optimizing resource allocation and minimizing downtime.
  • Developed training programs for new staff, enhancing team performance and knowledge retention.
  • Implemented community engagement initiatives, fostering relationships with local organizations and residents.
  • Evaluated park conditions regularly, identifying areas for improvement and implementing effective solutions.
  • Streamlined permit process for recreational activities within the Park thereby increasing revenues generated from fees.
  • Collaborated with local community groups to organize events, fostering positive relationships and partnerships.
  • Coordinated volunteer programs to enhance park offerings while providing valuable experience for participants.

  • Supervised team members performance to meet client deadlines and requirements. Staff was 20 - 25 in numbers

Assistant Special Education Teacher

Chicago Public School
03.1990 - 06.1994
  • Assisted in developing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Supported lead teachers in implementing instructional strategies tailored to special education curriculum.
  • Facilitated communication between educators, parents, and support staff to address student progress.
  • Monitored student behavior and provided guidance to promote a positive learning environment.
  • Supported the lead teacher by preparing materials, grading assignments, and providing one-on-one assistance to struggling students.
  • Increased parent involvement in their child''s education through consistent communication and parent-teacher conferences, resulting in better academic outcomes.
  • Coaching for Special Olympics
  • Modified general education curriculum as needed to accommodate individual learning differences while maintaining high educational standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Inner City Studies

Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL
05-2017

Skills

  • Work delegation
  • Project management
  • Detail-oriented
  • Strategic planning
  • Process improvement
  • Team leadership and direction
  • Team leadership
  • Decision-making
  • Program leadership
  • Training and development

Certification

AED/CPR

Workforce Certification

Active Net

Share Point

Food Certification

DCFS Mandated Reporter

Formerly CPRP

Timeline

Site Director

Wiz Kids
05.2026 - 07.2026

Program Manager

Metropolitan Peace Iniative
10.2024 - Current

Park Supervisor of Recreation

Chicago Park District
05.1991 - 07.2023

Assistant Special Education Teacher

Chicago Public School
03.1990 - 06.1994

Bachelor of Science - Inner City Studies

Northeastern Illinois University

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