Tanaya Matthews
Beaufort,SC
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Crisis Analysis and Mitigation Coach
AIR Collaborative
Beaufort, SC
12.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with other departments within the organization on long-term recovery planning initiatives.
- Coordinate the development of emergency response procedures and protocols for various hazard scenarios.
- Evaluate existing resources available for use during an emergency situation and recommend additional measures as needed.
- Develop and deepen relationships with local municipalities, county departments and city agencies to facilitate smooth planning and coordination of emergency response.
- Develop outreach materials for distribution among members of the community regarding safety tips during a disaster event.
- Build deep relationships and trust between the emergency management and the creative and arts sectors to build stronger, more resilient, ready communities.
- Develop and expand community- led preparedness and mitigation projects
Program Director - Youth Education and Empowerment
Gullah Kinfolk Traveling Theater
Beaufort, SC
01.2023 - Current
- Create and implement new programming to keep program relevant and growing.
- Prepare staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Implement systems for tracking progress on key initiatives or projects.
- Serve as a public spokesperson at industry events or conferences.
- Draft mission and vision statements to outline objectives and motivate employees.
- Develop strategies to increase public awareness of the organization's services.
- Foster community connections and networks, driving collaborations with local organizations and businesses.
- Support marketing efforts by providing content for promotional materials.
- Ensure compliance with organizational standards and applicable laws and regulations.
- Draft reports for senior management highlighting key milestones achieved throughout the program lifecycle.
Director of Training and Development
Sacred Woman
New York, NY
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Directed and coordinated activities of mentors
- Scheduled meetings between mentors and mentees, providing support when needed.
- Facilitated group discussions among participants in order to foster meaningful connections between them.
- Compiled data on performance metrics for each participant in order to track progress over time.
- Advised faculty members on student development strategies based on insights gained through interactions with participants.
- Provided guidance to mentors on how to effectively mentor their assigned mentees.
- Monitored student progress and assisted students and mentors with resolving problems.
- Planned, directed and monitored instructional methods and content of educational programs.
- Provided individualized coaching sessions for both mentors and mentees as needed.
Mentor Teacher
Sacred Woman
New York, NY
01.2018 - 09.2022
- Facilitated team-building activities designed to foster collaboration among mentors and their protégés.
- Advised on methods for effective conflict resolution techniques to ensure productive working environments.
- Supervised student performance and academic progress throughout semester.
- Developed and implemented interesting and interactive learning mediums to increase student understanding of course materials.
- Counseled individuals to help overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Met with assigned students individually or in small groups to provide intentional, structured organizational support and mentorship.
- Mentored individuals on professional development topics such as communication skills, problem-solving and goal setting.
- Conducted regular one-on-one meetings with each mentee to discuss challenges, successes and goals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ09-2015
Some College (No Degree) - Graphic Design
The Art Institute of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PASome College (No Degree) - Advertising/ Public Relations
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RISkills
- Team Development
- Emergency Response
- Group Facilitation
- Group Leadership
- Interpersonal Relationships
Affiliations
- Certified Yoga Therapy Teacher (300 Hr)
- Certified Yoga Teacher
- Certified Community Herbalist
- Certified Reflexologist
- Master Reiki Practitioner
- Artist
Timeline
Crisis Analysis and Mitigation Coach
AIR Collaborative
12.2023 - Current
Program Director - Youth Education and Empowerment
Gullah Kinfolk Traveling Theater
01.2023 - Current
Director of Training and Development
Sacred Woman
09.2022 - 02.2023
Mentor Teacher
Sacred Woman
01.2018 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Some College (No Degree) - Graphic Design
The Art Institute of Philadelphia
Some College (No Degree) - Advertising/ Public Relations
Johnson & Wales University
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