Adult Education Case Management

BETH A. GIFFORD

Tucson, AZ ***** 207-***-**** **********@*****.***

Advocate … Educator … Leader

Literacy advancement advocate offering 20+ years of experience in managing nonprofit adult learning center, specializing in equipping individuals with necessary skills, knowledge, and confidence to experience independent, fulfilling lives. Dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities navigate challenges to achieve personal and vocational goals. Establish supportive, positive cultures of continuous learning and development.

Foster trusting alliances to better identify individuals’ specific needs, strengths, and goals. Develop custom academic programs and curriculum to ensure optimal learning experiences. Restructure processes to drive administrative efficiencies, improve teaching methods, control costs, and strengthen student services. Secure funding and allocate financial resources to ensure organizational vitality.

Curriculum Development Needs Assessment Program Development Training & Development

Case Management Nonprofits Process Improvement Student/Client Relations Fundraising

Operations Management Performance Evaluation Communication Mentoring

When Beth sees potential, she does not move [students] along; she encourages them to continue down the rich path called learning. She has the gift that allows her to see humanity. Reade Brower, Courier Gazette

Outstanding Adult Education Teacher (2006): Maine Adult Education Association

Lorrayne Carroll Award Outstanding Leadership in Literacy (2005): Literacy Volunteers of Maine

Outstanding Program Facilitator (2001): Maine Adult Corrections Task Force

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

■Enabled transformative change among basic literacy learners by securing funding for and coordinating annual involvement in theater company. Supported learners in delivering performances at renowned Farnsworth Museum, statewide adult education conferences, Departments of Human Services, and Governor’s Capitol building in Augusta, Maine.

■Advanced skills and strengthened confidence of basic literacy learners through establishing supportive place for continued learning (Learners' Book Club). Identified needs, goals, and preferences of learners, secured $2,500 in donations to build library, and recruited group facilitator.

■Developed and strengthened adults’ reading, writing, math, and computer skills to advance educational and career opportunities while enabling self-sufficient, quality lives. Guided learners to overcome major challenges to earn GEDs and gain employment.

Beth is truly gifted at helping students help themselves. She not only advocates for them as a model but teaches them the skills to advocate for themselves. Shannon Parker, Former Adult Education Director, MSAD5

PROFESSIONAL HISTORY

Since 2016: Volunteered at domestic violence agency (New Hope for Women), completed post-surgery medical rehabilitation, and relocated residence to Arizona.

Literacy Volunteers of Mid-Coast Maine/Mid-Coast Adult Learning Center, Rockland, Maine 1996 to 2016

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Hired to lead day-to-day operations of nonprofit organization, managing administrative and counseling functions to effectively serve learners of varying abilities. Evaluated learners to identify strengths and weaknesses; conducted post-program assessments to determine progress. Developed tailored educational plans and nontraditional programs. Counseled learners on their goals and provided one-on-one instruction/support.

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, continued…

Oversaw, trained, and monitored performance of 30 volunteer tutors. Directed fundraising activities; processed and managed donations valued at up to $20K while adhering to $85K budget. Matched tutors with learners and orchestrated schedules. Delivered monthly reports to Board of Directors.

■Grew organization from small agency helping 20 learners annually with $20K budget into reputable, efficient nonprofit serving circa 200 individuals per year with $85K budget and multiple year-round classes.

■Strengthened quality of students’ educational experience through implementing intake program practices, including 45-minute placement interviews with each learner.

■Increased number of active volunteer tutors and optimized tutor services after streamlining volunteer trainings. Boosted number of adult learners served via driving recruitment and marketing efforts.

■Educated and supported individuals interested in basic education, HiSET preparation (formerly GED), college transitions, English language learning, computer literacy, family literacy, and high school equivalency diplomas.

■Recognized for contributions in article by The Free Press (featured article here).

Maine School Administrative District (MSAD) 5, Rockland, Maine 1996 to 2002

ADULT BASIC EDUCATION (ABE) & GENERAL EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (GED) INSTRUCTOR

Provided one-on-one instruction for adults seeking to improve reading, writing, and math skills, as well as to complete GED. Created comprehensive curricula. Coordinated tutors to deliver GED and college transition classes. Tutored high school students on variety of subjects.

EARLIER CAREER

Senior Spectrum: PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT

Provided personal care for elderly clients.

Fairwinds Boarding Home: RESIDENT CARE DIRECTOR

Led daily activities in residential care facility consisting of 20 male veterans suffering from mental illness.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Master of Science, Adult & Higher Education (Honors): University of Southern Maine

Bachelor of Arts, Social Sciences: University of Maine

Certified Teacher, Adult Education: Maine Department of Education

PowerPath Professional Certification: Maine Department of Adult Education

Integrated Career Assessment Curriculum: Nellie Mae Foundation

Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment Systems (CASAS): Maine Department of Adult Education

Partners for Success Course: Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP)

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES

Microsoft Office Suite

PREVIOUS VOLUNTEER WORK

Volunteer: New Hope for Women (Domestic Violence Agency)

Tutor/Trainer: Literacy Volunteers of Mid-Coast Maine

Office Volunteer: Senior Spectrum

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