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Yvonne Rucker
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Yvonne Rucker

Southfield,United States

Summary

Community advocate with expertise in youth mentorship and program development. Proficient in event planning and data management, successfully driving initiatives that enhance cycling accessibility for youth of color in Metro Detroit.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Uber Driver

Uber
San Francisco, California
10.2019 - 02.2026
  • Conducted vehicle inspections and performed routine maintenance for optimal performance.
  • Managed emergencies and route adjustments with composure and professionalism.
  • Ensured strict adherence to safety regulations for passenger and driver protection.
  • Complied with traffic laws to operate vehicles safely.
  • Adapted swiftly to changing traffic conditions and passenger requests during trips.
  • Utilized GPS technology to navigate efficiently, optimizing routes and minimizing wait times.
  • Maintained clean vehicles, pleasant temperatures, and soothing music for passenger comfort.

President of BikeVON

Self-employeed
Southfield, MI
05.2014 - 01.2016

BikeVON worked to increase cycling awareness, accessibility and affordability for youth of color in Metro Detroit ages 11 – 18, while teaching them the core values of diversity, inclusion, a healthy lifestyle and community service.

  • BikeVON enabled youth of Metro Detroit to pursue track cycling competitively.
  • Mentored youth in setting and tracking individual riding improvement goals.
  • Supplied bus transportation, food, equipment, and track bikes for participants.
  • Distributed road bikes to each youth at season's end.
  • Advocated for establishment of a track cycling facility with city council and state officials.
  • Partnered with League of Michigan Bicyclists to advocate for wider cycling lanes.
  • Led canvassing initiatives to encourage community voting during elections.
  • Facilitated discussions among residents to enhance civic engagement and awareness.

Printer Specilist

Oakland Community College
Southfield, MI
  • Operated digital printing equipment for high-quality print production.
  • Prepared print files and ensured proper formatting for projects.
  • Maintained inventory of printing supplies and materials efficiently.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting printer malfunctions and performing repairs.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines effectively.
  • Loaded paper into trays and changed toner cartridges.

Computer Operator

Oakland Community College
Southfield, MI
  • Input data from multiple sources and output data to various forms of physical media.
  • Implemented backup procedures to protect data from loss or corruption.
  • Answered telephones, directed calls, and took messages.
  • Prepard media for off site storage

Adjuct Computer Facuty instructor

Oakland Community College
Southfield, Michigan
  • Created engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups to improve learning outcomes.
  • Facilitated interactive classroom discussions that increased student participation and engagement.
  • Evaluated student assignments and delivered constructive feedback in a timely manner.
  • Taught subjects including study skills, basic Pascal, and COBOL programming.

Paraprofessional

Oakland Community College
Southfield, MI
  • Assisted students with program coding to enhance technical skills.
  • Scheduled student availability for open lab hours to maximize resource utilization.
  • Diagnosed and troubleshot network and mainframe issues to ensure system reliability.
  • Prepared class materials for instructors to facilitate effective teaching.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Merchandise Management

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI

Bachelor of Science -

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI

Skills

  • Community engagement and advocacy
  • Program development and coordination
  • Youth mentorship and support
  • Event planning and execution
  • Data management
  • Curriculum development
  • Print production
  • Community engagement
  • Team collaboration
  • Troubleshooting
  • Civic participation

Timeline

Uber Driver

Uber
10.2019 - 02.2026

President of BikeVON

Self-employeed
05.2014 - 01.2016

Printer Specilist

Oakland Community College

Computer Operator

Oakland Community College

Adjuct Computer Facuty instructor

Oakland Community College

Paraprofessional

Oakland Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Merchandise Management

Michigan State University

Bachelor of Science -

Wayne State University
Yvonne Rucker