Marie A. Bey, Ed.D.
Philadelphia, PA 19143
********@*****.***
December 29, 2024
Dear Hiring Manager:
I am writing in response to your advertisement for the Grant Assistant Intern position at your organization. I am experienced in social justice and peace to develop essential skills in grant seeking and management.
I have experience working alongside experienced professionals which has allowed me to gain insight into the inner workings of an international non-profit organization, which was a transformative experience. I have built effective grant writing skills as a Virtual Instructional Coach. This role not only provided practical experience but also encouraged networking with others who shared a commitment to social justice, which led to future opportunities in this vital field.
Furthermore, the experience outlined in my resume, such as conducting prospect research and supporting grant management processes, were crucial for understanding how funding impacts program implementation. For example, I learned to create prospect profiles which helped me grasp how aligning an organization’s mission with potential funders’ interests is essential for sustainable support. I found this foundational knowledge invaluable for me in respect to considering a career in the non-profit sector.
Please review my application and contact me for an interview for the position. I have enclosed my cover letter and resume detailing my experience and qualifications for the position. Thank you very much.
Sincerely,
Marie A. Bey, Ed.D.
Enclosures
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MARIE A. BEY, ED.D.
5511 Florence Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143 C: 267-***-**** ********@*****.***
Profile
Highly passionate change creator who excels at online teaching and accustomed to engaging meaningfully with the mission of social justice and peace—an increasingly vital endeavor in today's world.
Highlights
Expert grant writer/researcher Passionate remote instructor Expert funding and resource allocator Cultural competence person Excellent grant strategist PA Principal (K-12) and Supervisor Committed team player Curriculum and Instruction (K-12) Excellent change maker coach PA Instructional II, Elementary Ed. (K-6) Innovative user of web tech teaching tools PA Instructional II, Typing, Secretarial, & Excellent conflict competent leader Office Technologies (7-12)
Experience
Cafeteria Monitor 09/2023 to Present
Charles Kelly Elementary School, Upper Darby School District
● Promote social justice with the Silver Spoon Incentive initiative and aim to promote good manners, cooperation, and a respectful environment in the cafeteria.
● Teach proper procedures and demonstrate good manners by eating lunch with the students and building culture and peace.
Online Adjunct Professor 08/2015 to Present
School of Business (SB), Thomas Jefferson University
● Teach undergraduate hybrid classes and in an asynchronous/synchronous online learning environment (Canvas and Blackboard LMS).
● Design discussions and critical thinking about the political, historical, and cultural context of inequality and resistance.
● Learn about students’ respective communities, and cultures.
● Build a safe, encouraging place where students can speak about their experiences and beliefs.
● Implement students’ culturally relevant understandings into the curriculum, while building new knowledge alongside them.
● Build trusting relationships with students and the school community and support university-wide needs and initiatives.
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● Mentor students and faculty one-on-one to increase understanding.
● Track, analyze, and use data to drive instruction and support students by providing small group intervention.
● Deliver rigorous differentiated instruction to undergraduate students through writing, inquiry-based learning, critical thinking skills, and discussions.
● Engage with a team of educators committed to excellence and education reform anchored in higher expectations for all students.
Virtual Instructional Support Coach 01/2016 to 01/2018
ASK For Tutoring, LLC
(Educational Consultant)
● Gave teachers access to year-long curriculum maps and backwards planning using a range of teaching techniques that accommodated different learning preferences and enabled in-depth study of anti-bias issues.
● Collaborated with the CEO to develop innovative, technology-driven tools and strategies for increasing grant funding.
● Collaborated with CEO to use grants management software to help program track deadlines for deliverables throughout the grant lifecycle.
● Carried out reconciliation with the CEO to make sure the program was fulfilling its fiduciary duties to protect funds and make sure they were being spent as planned.
● Conducted research to include research of institutional supporters with interests in AFSC program areas and creating prospect profiles.
● Used prospect research databases to identify individuals who exhibit capacity to give a major gift to the tutoring program.
● Leveraged change management, facilitated difficult conversations, and had access to resources that developed relationships and listening skills to support teachers.
Assistant Director of Virtual Academy 09/2013 to 06/2015
Allen and Dieruff High School, Allentown School District
● Coordinated virtual teachers by assigning courses and students, assessing teacher performance, providing teacher professional development and coaching and leading teacher recruitment
● Coordinated virtual students by providing a student orientation, ongoing success coaching, providing graduation checks to high school students and leading student recruitment efforts
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● Coordinated special education services for virtual students by maintaining necessary records, attending IEP meetings, and coordinating with and assisting special education case managers. Facilitated district and state assessments for virtual students.
● Collaborated with Academic Administration to assure learning programs delivered virtually meet the same standards as other education programs (learning objectives, identification of competencies, performance measures, etc.)
● Collaborated with the Director of Technology to create and manage program budgeting and purchases.
● Collaborated with the Director of Communications to develop and implement marketing and outreach strategies and materials
Director of Digital Academy 08/2012 to 08/2013
STEM at Showalter, Chester Upland School District
● Responsible for the digital academy program and had decision- making authority
● Scheduled courses and determined teacher placement needs
● Facilitated new equipment and repair orders
● Maintained student records and developed an online student handbook.
● Oversaw special education/IEP policies and served as Local Education Agency (LEA) Administrator
● Prepared teachers and students for the assessment process Gifted Education Teacher 09/2008 to 06/2012
Chester Upland Academy, Chester Upland School District
● Assisted in the coordination of Gifted Individualized Education Plan (GIEP) meetings and ensured appropriate supports for special education students and English Language Learners (ELLs).
● Organized enrichment activities for students to support student participation and involvement.
● Designed and selected appropriate instructional modifications for gifted students and coordinated these activities with other teachers.
● Team taught with basic teachers to support gifted students.
Business Education Teacher & Technology Leader 09/1984 to 06/2008 STEM at Showalter High School, Chester Upland School District
● Taught Accounting I, II and Automated Accounting, Business and Personal Finance, Marketing, Economics, Intro. to Entrepreneurship, Information Technology, Business Computer Applications, and Typing.
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● Developed/implemented special programs for at-risk and special needs students, racially and ethnically diverse populations, and second-language learners. Facilitated technical training & support services.
● Helped faculty and staff with computer hardware and software issues.
● Installed PCs for faculty and staff. Held computer help sessions for teachers.
Education
Ed.D.: Organizational Leadership (2011)
Saint Joseph's University, Philadelphia, PA
Master of Education: Business Education (1996)
Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
Bachelor of Science: Business Education (1984)
Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
Skills
Adaptability, Cultural Sensitivity, Project & Knowledge Management, Time Management, Online Teaching, Grant Writing, Research, Canvas & Blackboard LMS, Leadership, Interpersonal, Organization, Team Building, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Conflict Resolution, Communication, Learning Strategies, Creative Lesson Planning, Assessment and Evaluation, Flexibility, Positive Thinking, and Microsoft Word & Excel Computer Proficiency, Type 100 WPM
Membership
Co-Sergeant-at-Arms / Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. / 2004-present
● Assisted Sergeant-at-Arms with setting the tone for the club meeting, preparing the room, greeting members, and recruiting volunteers
● Assured orderly and productive meetings of the executive committee and members