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Melissa Beech
MSEd
Employee Relations Program Design Talent Development DEI & Culture Strategy Staff Training Recruitment Policy Development Performance Management Project Leadership Training & Curriculum Design
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Clarityiskey.com
Clarity is Key, LLC - Brooklyn, NY Founder & HR Consultant (2021 - Present) Design strategic consulting on change management, workforce planning, and leadership development Facilitate team coaching and professional development to strengthen engagement and retention After-School All-Stars (ASAS), National National Manager of Training & Talent Development (2018 - 2021) Built national training strategy aligned with youth development program goals and staff competencies Increased retention and performance through data-driven professional support programs Program Director - Brooklyn, NY (2016 - 2018)
Supervised 10+ staff, improved student engagement metrics through coaching, KPI tracking, and family engagement initiatives which expanded learning programs across multiple school sites Site Coordinator (2015 - 2016)
Liaison for schools, parents, and ASAS stakeholders; boosted student participation and retention Excel Charter School - Brooklyn, NY Assistant Dean of Students (2014 - 2015) Developed a 30-week after-school program for 200+ students Implemented restorative practices that reduced conflict and strengthened school culture Consultant (Freelance) - Brooklyn, NY (2010 - 2015) Managed scheduling, DOE compliance, and academic tracking for school-aged performers Negotiated contracts and vendor travel, saving clients $5K+ Provided academic planning and coaching to support youth success in the entertainment industry HR and education leader with 15+ years of experience in talent management, program development, and employee training. Skilled in improving retention, performance, and workplace culture. Harlem Children's Zone - New York, NY Assistant Director of Education (2009 - 2010) Assistant Director of Education: Improved student outcomes by 25% through academic case management and after-school integration
Additional Roles Include:
Middle School ELA Teacher, Johnny Ray Youngblood Academy Assistant Director, Chionesu Bakari Program for Boys ELA Teacher, George H. Murray Prep Academy
Special Ed Teacher (12:1:1), School Professionals
Healthcare HR Leadership Roles (Various NYC Hospitals) Directed recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies for NYC healthcare systems
Education
M.S.Ed., Education - St. John's University
M.P.A., Public Administration - Baruch College
B.A., Psychology - College of New Rochelle
Certifications
CALSAC: Leadership Development (2019)
Coaching Skills for Leadership & Managers (2019)
Developing Adaptability as a Manager (2019)
Leading Productive One-on-One Meetings (2019)
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