Adult Learning Specialist and Educational Leadership

Kayla Roberts

Kansas City, MO *****

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Professional Summary

Strategic Program Leader with 6+ years of experience driving educational and community-based initiatives from concept to execution. Proven success in team leadership, curriculum design, and cross- functional collaboration. Skilled in budget oversight, stakeholder engagement, and aligning programs with organizational goals. Ready to bring a strong operational mindset and people-first leadership style to program development roles in Kansas City.

Willing to relocate: Anywhere

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

First Mate/Deckhand

KC Rodbenders-Kansas City, MO

September 2024 to August 2025

• Oversee deck activities, maintain navigation and safety equipment, and conducting safety inspections.

• Ensures that all deck equipment and the ship itself are in good working order.

• Ensuring cargo is stowed according to specifications.

• Organizes and conducts safety drills and emergency procedures.

• Maintains and inventories all navigation and safety equipment to ensure it is fully operational.

• Implements and monitors safety procedures to ensure the overall safety and security of the ship and its occupants

Center Director

Code Ninjas-Lenexa, KS

June 2023 to August 2024

• Directed day-to-day operations of a STEM-based learning center serving 150+ students annually.

• Developed and scaled a multi-tier coding curriculum, increasing student progression rates by 30%.

• Managed $250K annual budget and achieved 10% under-spend through operational efficiencies.

• Led a team of 12+ staff; implemented new training protocols that improved instructor performance reviews by 25%.

• Built partnerships with 6+ local schools and nonprofits, expanding outreach and increasing enrollments. Education Specialist

Self Employed Contractor-Kansas City, KS

June 2016 to September 2023

• Designed and executed individualized learning programs for over 100 students across disciplines.

• Consulted with educators to revamp curricula for inclusivity and engagement, leading to higher test scores and student retention.

• Delivered 20+ professional development sessions on personalized learning strategies and virtual instruction.

• Created, monitored, and improved education programs based on qualitative and quantitative feedback. Education

Certified Life Coach (Online course)

UDEMY-Remote

Business Administration (Bachelor of Business Administration) Baker University-Baldwin City, KS

December 2011 to December 2014

Deans Honor Roll and Honor Roll for all 4 years.

Class President 2013-14

Skills

• Leadership

• Customer service

• Community & Stakeholder Engagement

• Director experience

• Program Design & Implementation

• Management

• Public Speaking & Presentation

• Staff Recruitment, Training & Development

• Education administration

• Administrative experience

• Teaching

• Curriculum & Workshop Development

• Budget & Resource Management

• Organizational skills

• CRM & Microsoft 365 Suite

• Cross-functional Team Leadership

• Strategic Planning & Execution

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