Program Management Community Engagement

Yifat Bear Miller

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*********@*****.*** 647-***-**** https://www.linkedin.com/in/yifat-bear-miller-70772815a/

Professional Summary

Dedicated and experienced education professional with a strong background in program management, community engagement, and educational leadership. Exceptional management skills with the ability to oversee program implementation, cultivate productive relationships, and engage internal / external stakeholders. Committed to fostering a stimulating and motivating environment through the development and delivery of quality educational programs.

Skills

Program Management

Community Engagement

Partnership Building

Educational Leadership

Strategic Planning

Training and Development

Financial Management

Easily Adaptable

Conflict Resolution

Innovation and Creativity

Cultural Competency

Critical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Cross-functional Collaboration

Work Experience

Director, Community and Education, JNF Canada, Toronto ON 2018 – Present

• Cultivate and develop relationships with educational professionals in various settings, including synagogues,

JCCs, camps, public schools, and Jewish schools.

• Develop and manage education programs, supervision professional development days for educators, and

organization community events nationwide

• Lead strategic planning initiatives and educational programs to increase community involvement and Israel-

education

• Work closely with educators and community leaders to design enriching learning opportunities for students

and communities

• Guide and lead professional development workshops.

• Creating a strategy for the education department of JNF Canada

Education Officer, IDF Junior Command Preparatory School, Israel 2011 – 2018

Headed the education department, managing 200 students in Grades 10-12, a team of 30 soldiers, and local community tutors.

Oversaw educational programming, operations, and pedagogical planning for the boarding school.

Implemented effective teaching methodologies, ensuring a positive and supportive learning environment.

Develop and implement educational programs that align with the IDF's values and objectives.

Monitor and assess student progress, providing guidance and support as needed.

Collaborate with teachers and staff to enhance the overall educational experience.

Conduct professional development sessions for teachers to improve teaching methods and techniques.

Ensure compliance with educational standards and regulations.

Manage budgets and allocate resources effectively.

Serve as a liaison between the school, the IDF, and external educational organizations.

Previous Work Experience

Communities Director of NA, Zionist Education Department, Jewish Agency Israel

Community Director Jewish Federation of South Bend, IN USA

Education

Teaching Certificate, Oranim College, Israel

M.A. in Leadership and Management of Education Systems, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel

B.A. in Social Work, Haifa University, Israel

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