Sherreccia Jackson, M.Ed., C.D.F.

Experience

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  DDYM/Developing Dreaming Young Men

  Aug 1998 - Feb 2001

  Counselor/Mentor

  Provided initial and periodic assessments of each client needs at least six weeks prior to separation of program. Ensures job readiness training (e.g. resume preparation, employability skills, and work history/experience) has been provided to clients. Assisted clients in identifying and obtaining support services within the communities where they worked and lived. Ensured all clients achieved credentials and that they were updated and documented. Assessed and documented each client’s transitional needs at least six weeks prior to separation: employability skills, housing, transportation, child care work clothing, tools, food and budgeting. Documented placement activities/services provided in accurate manner. Established personal contact with prospective employers to expand job development efforts for employment opportunities. Conducted employment skills training classes. Assisted participants with occupational preferences through interest/ability assessments. Arranged job interviews for clients. Helped clients become more employable through continuous reinforcement. Provided regular feedback to clients regarding appropriate employability skills. Show less

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  Basic Skills Learning Center

  Jan 1999 - Jan 2001

  Reinforcement Teacher/Consultant

  Collaborated with and learning coaches, tutors and teachers in planning for specific student learning outcomes based on assessed needs of individual students and the use of data and information to determine each student’s current knowledge and skill level, set student learning goals, and assess student progress. Assessed student needs including the use of district Special Education Resources. Led and assisted parental training and education in understanding and school compliance with teaching and learning and student accommodation requirements under Individual Education Program (IEP) and 504 accommodation requirements. Assisted parents in using research-based instructional and learning strategies and content specific differentiated instruction in assisting parents in planning, delivering, and assessing reinforcement study strategies for ensuring their child’s academic success. Show less

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  Mississippi Department of Corrections

  Feb 2002 - Jun 2006

  Case Manager

  Interviewed clients recorded personal information; determined eligibility for work programs by security classification; advises clients on employment related matters and programs; refers applicants to job openings, training, and other service providers; plans, designs, prepares job search seminars; made presentations to clients and employer groups; completed documentation to discontinue benefits or grants from individuals who do not comply with work release requirements; selected, administered, and scored tests, and interpreted results of aptitude and skill tests; assessed employment barriers; guided clients in forming and meeting employability development goals and plans; managed client caseload and performed client follow up assessment. Show less

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  CoreCivic-Colorado Deparment of Corrections

  Jun 2006 - May 2011

  Principal

  Established and promoted high standards and expectations for all students and staff for academic performance and responsibility for behavior. Managed, evaluated and supervised effective and clear procedures for the operation and functioning of the school consistent with the philosophy, mission, values and goals of the school including academic/vocational programs, extracurricular activities, discipline systems to ensure a safe and orderly climate, building maintenance, program evaluation, personnel management, office operations, and emergency procedures. Ensured compliance with all laws, board policies and civil regulations. Established the annual master schedule for instructional programs, ensuring sequential learning experiences for students consistent with the school’s philosophy, mission statement and instructional goals. Supervised the instructional programs of the school, evaluating lesson plans and observing classes (teaching, as duties allowed) on a regular basis to encourage the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on learning and child growth and development. Established procedures for evaluation and selection of instructional materials and equipment, approving all recommendations. Show less

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  Morgan Community College

  Jun 2007 - May 2011

  Instructor

  Taught social sciences classes to a diverse population of adult and juvenile students.Prepared instructional materials, lesson plans, and classroom presentations.Developed, reviewed, and revised curriculum.Assessed, evaluated and documented students skills and progress. Maintained accurate records and documentation. Provided coursework through distance learning network (V-Net) and in a classroom setting to high school duel credit students.

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  Arkansas Department of Career Education

  May 2011 - Sept 2014

  State Level Program Advisor (Southeast Region)

  Provided technical assistance for workforce education programming, reviewed and selected curriculum appropriate for career readiness courses instructed, coordinated career planning activities in colleges, correctional institutions, workforce centers and job fairs. Provided and coordinated administration and interpretation of career assessments to include: job description development, employee facilitated work-based learning opportunities. Provided and coordinated activities for students to develop employability skills. Promoted the integration of career research and work-based learning opportunities into CTE and academic courses. Promoted the use of technology for career planning and research. Facilitated business, education, and community partnerships that provided opportunities for students. Show less

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  Maine Department of Education

  Sept 2014 - Aug 2017

  Education Transition Coordinator (Project IMPACT)

  Administered the statewide education program for correctional education. Organize, promote, interpret, develop policy for and provide consultations with superintendents, teachers and cooperating agencies. Collaborate with the Division of Juvenile Services and SAU’s to coordinate the reintegration process pursuant to Title 20-A 1055(12) and as described in the Department of Correction/Department of Education Interagency Agreement. Maintains statistics and submits metrical reports to include: releases, and returns, transition planning, education services, diplomas awarded and other per data to the Project IMPACT State Board. Show less

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  Mission Hope Foundation

  Jun 2015 - now

  Founder

  Serves as the Managing Executive Officer for Mission Hope Foundation and has overall responsibility for the foundation. Provides leadership and oversight for all aspects of the foundation, including mission projects, finance, planning, volunteer interest, mission trips and other key areas. Works closely with the General Board of Directors to ensure that the strategic direction and policies of the foundation are aligned with its mission and establishing policies to guide the institution.

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  State of Maine Department of Corrections

  Aug 2017 - Dec 2020

  Director Of Education Services

  Administered the development and execution of educational/vocational programming and curriculum content consistent with the mission and program goals of Maine Department of Corrections. Ensured the development of appropriate curriculum plans. Foster the educational experience via hands-on developmentally appropriate and highly interactive methods, which are also consistent with Maine academic standards. Develop procedures and policies for safe and effective operation of the overall program. Hire and supervise education administrators, teachers, and consultants for the Maine Department of Corrections. Develop and oversee student recruitment plan. With program staff, conduct ongoing outreach at school(s) and in community, including classroom presentations, guest workshops, and participating at relevant events. Establish and maintain communication with members of the school staff about student needs and aspects of the after school program. Facilitate partnerships with appropriate public and private agencies that provide services to students and families to broaden the impact and reach of community transition preparations. Ensure performance targets are met. Develop and maintain records needed for program administration Monitor program budget, provide needed information for financial reporting. Show less

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  Embark Behavioral Health

  Dec 2020 - Dec 2021

  Pocono/Philadelphia Metro Division Human Resource Manager

  Responsible for overseeing employee recruitment including recruiting, interviewing, hiring and onboarding, training and development, performance appraisal, and reward management. Ensures job descriptions are up to date and compliant with all local, state and federal regulations. Develops training materials and performance management programs to help ensure employees understand their job responsibilities. Creates a compensation strategy for all employees based on market research and pay surveys; keeps the strategy up to date. Investigates employee issues and conflicts and brings them to resolution. Ensures the organization's compliance with local, state and federal regulations. Show less

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  Developing Dreaming Young Minds

  Dec 2021 - now

  Executive Chief Career Navigator

  Responsible for setting the vision of DDYM and defining the overall strategy from launch to scale. Drive growth, profitability and company value. Develop and implement scalable and efficient strategies to ensure consistent results and exponential growth. Attract, retain and develop world-class talent. Cultivate a high-performing and agile team culture. Align resources to achieve key business goals. Manage the operational budget burn rate. Align DDYM services to compete in the marketplace, with constant evaluation of the financial structure, capital strategy and strategic objectives. Provide expert guidance to all departments, including operations, sales and product. Establish and nurture strategic partnerships and relationships to drive growth, establishing credibility throughout the customer and partner network. Show less