Tabitha Lee

Baltimore, MD *****

admhix@r.postjobfree.com 804-***-****

Communications and Public Relations Professional

Highly organized Communications and Public Relations professional. Areas of expertise include media relations, crisis communications, public relations, public information requests, web and print content development, social media, and project management. A Tech-savvy, creative, and strategic communications leader possessing exceptional writing and editing skills. Versed in a range of communications solutions and technologies.

Core Competencies

Media relations Public Relations Print and electronic media Social Media Crisis Communications Superior writer and editor Web Conferencing Project Management Advanced Verbal Communication Skills Deadline driven Personable

Professional Experience

BALTIMORE CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS, Baltimore, MD 2018 – Present

Communications Specialist, External and Media Relations

Use best practices and data to effectively communicate key messages and initiatives of Baltimore City Public Schools, including fostering internal and external audience engagement, the development and execution of print and electronic media, media relations, crisis communication, and social media.

Write, edit, and distribute weekly newsletter to external audience.

Write, edit and distribute news releases, media advisories, online content, and social media for district initiatives and campaigns.

Write edit and distribute internal and external communications for district initiatives and campaigns

Provide communications support in the form of communication strategies and tactical plans, written pieces, speeches, talking points, and presentations.

Serve as contact for public information inquiries and media inquiries.

Pitch to local and national media outlets to promote district initiatives, campaigns, and good news.

Member of the crisis communications team, including assisting with duties regarding all external channels and updates.

Update website content, photos, and design.

Track and manage all editorial clips to then be distributed to internal teams.

Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal/external stakeholders.

Additional Work Experience

PEARSON, INC, Baltimore, MD 2011 – Present

Lead Curriculum Specialist (Formerly Curriculum specialist)

Design promotional and educational materials for academic and extracurricular programs and events using Microsoft Photostory, Office, Weebly, SnagIt, screen capture programs, and other technologies. Coordinate with various cross-departmental team members and third-party content and course providers. Edit documents and presentations for the Student Experience team. Report student enrollment and participation data to management monthly, quarterly, and annually.

Delivered content synchronously to students in grades K-12 using Adobe Connect and other technologies while incorporating current instructional strategies, promoting student leadership in initiating and creating positive learning opportunities.

Researched, designed, developed, launched, and managed K-12 activities, meeting program needs and instructional best practices for both online and offline formats.

Researched, wrote, launched and managed curriculum for grades K–12 in the company LMS; designed related courses which encouraged collaboration, social interaction, and student leadership.

Led collaborative application and enrollment process for a gifted and talented performing arts program, creating positive learning opportunities in the fine arts ; maintained student roster, program calendar, and program website throughout the school year.

Introduced and implemented a virtual talent show, art gallery, and broadcast show which increased students’ ability to socialize and connect within a virtual program and met student needs based on survey feedback.

THE VILLAGE LEARNING PLACE, Baltimore, MD 2011

5th & 6th Grade Lead Teacher

Used innovation and creativity in the classroom to result in academic progress. Developed lesson plans and planned activities to enhance Baltimore City’s standards of learning. Facilitated monthly parent workshops. Stayed current on current instructional practices. Interviewed potential work study students and volunteers. Supervised and evaluated classroom assistants.

Created and implemented 2 enrichment programs which included cooking and performing arts, encouraging creativity and socialization.

Designed and implemented initiatives, helping parents support academic performance of students.

Acted as liaison between Village Learning Place, local schools, parents, and young patrons, supporting academic achievements of students.

Planned and implemented service learning and special events which included preparing and delivering meals to a local homeless shelter.

Assisted in evaluating program for effectiveness by providing regular input to aid in success.

THE SEED SCHOOL OF MARYLAND, Baltimore, MD 2009 – 2010

English Teacher

Developed lesson plans and planned activities to enhance standards of learning. Coordinated Service Learning projects. Coordinated, developed, and implemented efforts in Language Arts initiatives. Carried out administrative tasks as requested by the principal.

Incorporated various philosophies of teaching into a multicultural classroom by implementing various student-centered learning methodologies.

Enhanced the classroom environment significantly by acting as a facilitator to promote student leadership in initiating and creating positive learning opportunities.

Integrated technology into the curriculum to supplement class lectures and complement learning activities, creating positive and engaging learning opportunities.

Tabitha Lee admhix@r.postjobfree.com 804-***-****

Other Teaching Experience

ST. MARY’S OF THE ASSUMPTION SCHOOL, Baltimore, MD 2008 – 2009

Lead Middle School Teacher

PRINCE GEORGES COUNTY SCHOOLS 2006 – 2008

Honors English Teacher

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS, Washington, DC 2005 – 2006

English Teacher

PETERSBURG PUBLIC SCHOOLS, Petersburg, VA 2004 – 2005

English Teacher

Education

Master of Arts (MA), Education Curriculum and Instruction, University of Phoenix, Cum Laude

Bachelor of Arts (BA), English / Mass Communications, Virginia State University, Petersburg, VA

Volunteerism

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated, Baltimore Metropolitan Alumnae Chapter

Serve as Chair of Technology and Social Media

Maintain social media content development by coordinating and implementing social media marketing communication.

Established a successful Instagram and Facebook accounts for increase foot traffic to chapter events.

Create, design, and edit graphics to accompany social media postings.

Work with content management systems to measure analytics and schedule content.

Manage Zoom meetings, webinars, and other video conferencing platforms..

Black Girls Give Nonprofit Organization, Washington, DC 2013 – Present

Serve as Co-Founder And Outreach Coordinator

Organize monthly programs, including mentorship activities for African American adolescent males at Aunt Hattie’s House group home. Prepare and deliver meals to homeless individuals.

Worked collaboratively with other organizations and programs to meet the needs those in need.

Planned monthly volunteer activities, which included providing blankets during winter months to individuals experiencing homelessness.

Co-hosted forums about bullying for African American preschool through adolescent aged females at the Harlem Aid Society in Harlem, NY.

Co-hosted ice cream social with the families at Aunt Sarah's House shelter, providing gifts and other essential items to families in need during the Christmas holiday.

Packed boxes with essential Passover items through a partnership with Jewish Relief Agency in Philadelphia, PA.

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