Program Director Coordinator

LESLIE N. MILLER

Youth Development

Atlanta, GA (313) 529 - 1981 *************@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/leslie-n-miller-54616b21 PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

20+ years of experience championing and executing strategies to support the achievement of larger organizational youth education and development goals. Expert liaison synergizing with upper management executives to foster a people-first culture and execute the implementation of change initiatives. Recognized strategist in establishing integrative initiatives to nurture a diverse and equitable community aligned around a strong company/organization mission. SKILLS

● Career Development

● Process Implementation

● Learning & Development

Design

● Project/Program

Management

● Organizational Change

● Recruiting

● Corrective Action Plans

● Analysis & Reporting

● Collaboration

● Process Improvement

● Training Facilitation

● Issue Resolution

● Leading Initiatives

● Employee Engagement

EXPERIENCE

Sr. Program Director YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit 2020 - 2022 Envisioned and enacted enrichment virtual after-school programs for 150 youths across three school districts, increased participants retention by 78% during the pandemic.

● Cross-collaborated with the city as the Agency Lead to deliver summer employment and training for 200+ youths aged between 14 to 24.

● Coordinated 8 youth initiatives in 2022 and ensured optimal budget utilization to yield program success.

● Led learning program initiatives for high school seniors, achieving 100% graduation rate with 85% of seniors receiving full academic scholarships.

Teacher - Career Development/Business Education Cornerstone Health and Technology High 2018 - 2020

● Designed and executed lesson plans on career exploration, leadership development, and a variety of relevant work readiness activities, increasing student expertise.

● Administered self assessments to aid students in the design of their future career paths.

● Formulated course syllabi and designed curriculum to meet students’ needs, and achieve academic success.

● Facilitated classes for 120+ students and utilized proven methodologies to bolster learners’ engagement and grades.

● Co-Chaired the Community Service Club, and maximized attendance and student engagement partnering with various organizations that specialized in different areas sparked by students’ interests. Educational Workshop Administrator Charity Enterprises Inc. 2010 - 2020

● Assessed student’s interests, conducted workshops and mentored participants to achieve academic success.

● Designed a curriculum in collaboration with a team of 6 to standardize learning goals.

● Fostered strong relationships, and ensured quality delivery of service to a large network of school districts across 2 counties.

● Conducted community service learning projects, and instructed students and parents on the financial-aid/scholarship application process, increasing the number of program participants enrolled in college by 93%. Family Self Sufficiency Coordinator Detroit Housing Commission 2017

● Promoted the development of (Housing and Urban Development) HUD-assisted families to increase earned income and reduce dependence on government assistance and rental subsidies.

● Guaranteed and maintained data integrity in compliance with county and federal regulations.

● Oversaw referral caseload covering five counties, liaised with different local organizations, and attended monthly meetings to ensure the timely execution of program deliverables.

● Coordinated multiple community events to network with community agencies and build partnerships, resulting in increased resident engagement.

Leadership / Student Government Coordinator Detroit Job Center 2014 - 2015

● Championed and facilitated leadership training for all enrolled students, managed all student government finances, activities and programs.

● Acquired a 30% increase in raised funds by implementing new approaches and coordinating the operation and management of the student benefit fund.

● Developed 10+ monthly reports in compliance with Department of Labor regulations, achieving the highest rating on DOL facility audit and review.

● Organized leadership meetings and regional conferences, and guided 300+ students through the planning and implementation of community service projects and student incentive programs. EDUCATION

Master of Organizational Leadership Oakland University, Rochester, MI Bachelor of Science in Business Administration/Marketing Bethune - Cookman University, Daytona Beach, Florida AFFILIATIONS

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

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