Taylor Perkins
Abita Springs,LA
Summary
Accomplished Program Project Manager with a proven track record at IDEA Public Schools, adept in leading cross-functional teams and executing major projects like COMPASS. Skilled in project planning and portfolio management, demonstrating exceptional leadership and staff development capabilities. Achieved a 98% organization engagement rate, showcasing expertise in managing to completion, employee data analysis and presentation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Project Manager
IDEA Public Schools
06.2024 - Current
- Lead cross-functional teams and software development in the successful execution of COMPASS, a Talent Management Platform for IDEA employees, from initiation to completion. This project is in Phase 5/5 and is set to launch in August 2025.
- Manage a portfolio that oversees employees in 2 entities and 4 states as they driving results for the Staff Development Cycle with record breaking completion; consistently 98% of the organization engagement and submission.
- Building Career Pathways across the organization and Succession Planning for senior level executives. The first iteration will launch in Nov 2024.
Project Manager
IDEA Public Schools
04.2021 - 05.2024
- Developed and maintained project plans, schedules, and tracking federal budgets and grant outcomes to ensure timely delivery and within scope.
- Managed stakeholder expectations and communication throughout the project lifecycle working with our Marketing and Communications team drive engagement and train staff.
- Facilitated strategy meetings and regular project meetings to review progress, address challenges, and drive project alignment.
Talent Recruiter
IDEA Public Schools
07.2019 - 03.2021
- Managed end-to-end recruitment processes for teacher and leader positions in a fast-paced environment.
- Utilized job boards, talent fairs, and social media platforms to source and attract top talent for open job positions in the Southern Louisiana region.
- Conducted interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates' skills and qualifications that align to hiring manager expectations, closing roles between 15-30 days of openings.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs and requirements.
Center Director
Regina Coeli
11.2010 - 05.2017
- Managed a team of staff and oversaw daily operations at a child care center for over 5 years.
- Strategic planning and policy revision with Board approval, impacting federal regulations and monitoring reviews
- Maintained compliance with state regulations and licensing requirements for child care facilities.
- Impacting culture for staff and families, supporting team members in obtaining advanced degrees and parents in job searches and literacy.
Education
Master of Arts - Executive MBA
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA12-2018
Master of Arts - Social Work
Southern University At New Orleans
New Orleans, LA05-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Spanish
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA12-2010
Skills
- Project Management
- Project Planning
- Portfolio Management
- Staff Development Cycle
- Leadership Experience
- Employee Data Analysis and Presentation
Certification
- PMP - Project Management Professional, Spring 2025
Timeline
Program Project Manager
IDEA Public Schools
06.2024 - Current
Project Manager
IDEA Public Schools
04.2021 - 05.2024
Talent Recruiter
IDEA Public Schools
07.2019 - 03.2021
Center Director
Regina Coeli
11.2010 - 05.2017
- PMP - Project Management Professional, Spring 2025
Master of Arts - Executive MBA
Louisiana State University
Master of Arts - Social Work
Southern University At New Orleans
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Spanish
Southeastern Louisiana University
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