Zahara Greer-Birl
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Experienced leader with focus on youth development and program coordination. Skilled in team collaboration, fostering positive environments, and adapting to changing needs. Proven track record in mentoring, event planning, and communicating effectively with diverse groups. Known for reliability, strong organizational skills, and goal-oriented mindset.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Program Leader
Action Youth
Long Beach, CA
02.2024 - 02.2026
- Trained and mentored junior staff, fostering professional development and teamwork within the organization.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through participant feedback and assessments, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Established communication channels with parents and guardians, strengthening community relationships and support networks.
- Served as a positive role model for all program participants, inspiring them to strive for personal and academic success.
- Provided ongoing mentorship to individual youth participants to foster personal growth, goal-setting, and leadership development.
- Strengthened academic, social and physical education program offerings for area youth.
Youth Program Leader
Think Together, Inc
Long Beach, CA
01.2021 - 09.2023
- Developed and implemented engaging curricula for youth programs, enhancing participant involvement and learning outcomes.
- Facilitated daily program activities, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
- Collaborated with community partners to coordinate resources and support services for program participants.
- Trained and mentored junior staff, fostering professional development and teamwork within the organization.
- Implemented comprehensive evaluation methods to assess program impact on youth participants'' academic performance, social skills, and emotional wellbeing.
- Assisted in planning, organizing and implementing program activities in accordance with selected curricula to support program goals and incorporate needs and interests of members.
Behavior Technician
Kadiant
Long Beach, CA
08.2019 - 10.2020
- Implemented individualized treatment plans for clients with developmental disabilities.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted interventions to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with behavior analysts to develop data collection methods for assessments.
- Provided direct support during therapy sessions, reinforcing positive behaviors and skills.
- Documented client observations and reported findings to the clinical team regularly.
- Maintained detailed records of client behaviors and interventions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time .
Education
High School Diploma -
Polytechnic Highschool
Long Beach, CA07.2020
Skills
- Youth engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Educational programming
- Child development
- Academic advising
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Youth Program Leader
Action Youth
02.2024 - 02.2026
Youth Program Leader
Think Together, Inc
01.2021 - 09.2023
Behavior Technician
Kadiant
08.2019 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Polytechnic Highschool