Precious Edmonds

Experience

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  The University of Chicago

  Jun 2006 - Jun 2007

  Admissions Assistant

  Assistant, The University of Chicago Admissions Office, Jun 2006- Jun 2007Scheduled admissions interviews. Answered calls from perspective students regarding the University. Sorted incoming mail that pertained to the admissions process. Updated the database upon reception of applicant materials.

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  Chicago Public Schools

  Jun 2007 - Sept 2007

  Science Curriculum Intern

  Evaluated the relevance of current curriculum markers for high school science courses.

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  Kumon North America, Inc.

  Dec 2007 - Jun 2009

  Tutor

  Assisted children from pre-K through grade 12 with learning reading comprehension and mathematic skills. Administered weekly assessments to gauge the students’ progress as well as identify specific problem areas to be addressed.

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  The University of Chicago

  Sept 2008 - Jun 2009

  Treasurer of Stony Island Housing Council

  Used basic accounting principles to monitor the expenditures from an annual budget. Came up with fundraising ideas to increase the budget. Oversaw the implementation of fundraising initiatives.

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  Chicago State University

  Jun 2011 - Jul 2012

  Synthesized CdSe quantum dots conjugated to carbon nanotubes and polythiophene for light harvesting and electron storage While working under the guidance of Dr. Rong He, Worked on determining whether or not serum amyloid A function is mediated by the chemokine receptors, CXCR3 and CCR1.Work required the maintenance of human and E. coli cell lines, as well as the genetic modification of such cell lines using recombinant DNA. Transfected human epithelial kidney cells with hCXCR3 gene; determined the effect of sodium butyrate on the pre-starvation response in wild-type D. discoideum and the effect sodium butyrate has on Hirano body formation in mutant D. discoideum

  • Research Assistant

    Jun 2012 - Jul 2012

  • Undergraduate Research Assistant

    Aug 2011 - May 2012

  • Research Trainee

    Jun 2011 - Jul 2011
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  Georgia Institute of Technology

  Jan 2013 - Dec 2014

  Facilitated the learning of chemistry principles through laboratory experiments. Taught proper laboratory technique and safety skills. Provided supplemental learning opportunities in a small classroom setting. Synthesized magnetic nanoparticles. Explored how changes in the elemental composition affected the structural and magnetic properties of the nanoparticles. Analyzed the structural properties of the nanoparticles using x-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy. Studied the magnetic properties using a SQUID.

  • Graduate Teaching Assistant

    Aug 2012 - Dec 2014

  • Research Assistant

    Jan 2013 - Jul 2014
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  Mcnair Academic High School

  Jan 2015 - May 2018

  Chemistry Teacher

  Prepared students for the 21st-century world by encouraging students to think and problem-solve while trying to understand the foundations of matter. Created lesson plans that move students through the learning objectives in a scaffolded approach; prepared and delivered lectures; created and supervised scientific inquiry activities for students; evaluated student performance through projects, quizzes, and exams; maintained student records; met with parents, teachers, and other stakeholders.

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  DANCING HEARTS CONSULTING LLC

  Nov 2018 - Oct 2021

  Provided onboarding training to new DHC team members, and led project management training for professional development of team members. Facilitated meetings for client's to move through challenging conversations about organizational structures, interpersonal relationships within the organization, and or program evaluations. Managed a six-person team to complete a civic engagement research project that included the interviewing of over 100 organizers, activist, and policy makers that were involved in 2018 ballot measure campaigns in six states across the US. Managed a 12 person cross-functional team for a national organization for the formal launch of their rebranding (strategic direction) which culminated in a virtual convening for 600 people from their national network that includes organizations across 23 states.Co-managed a 6-person team alongside the Communications Director on a statewide campaign to increase the civic engagement during the state of Oregon's legislative session, which saw a record turnout for public testimony. Show less Supported planning and coordination of multiple projects and associated activities, which included drafting project budgets, creating project timelines, and tracking all project deliverables. Interfaced with external clients, which included drafting meeting agendas and facilitating check-in calls, and drafting pre- and post-meeting email communications. Highlights were supporting the planning and execution of the first virtual convening for the Movement for Black Lives in August with over 500 people, as well as co-producing the pre-show of The Black National Convention. Designed and launched The Cascade Society, a 5-day immersive training program for organizers in Oregon, accepted the first cohort in the fall of 2019. Show less Manage vendor contracts, timelines, processes, and payments. Provide support for meetings and conferences, including preparing and disseminating materials. Create dynamic and engaging materials for DHC and clients, which included but are not limited to reports, memos, presentations, and social media graphics. Provide logistical support for meetings and webinar activities, including coordinating travel and lodging arrangements.Supporting DHC team by facilitating communications and interactions between internal and external parties. Show less

  • Associate Director of Programs

    Jan 2021 - Oct 2021

  • Program Coordinator

    Sept 2019 - Dec 2020

  • Administrative Coordinator

    Feb 2019 - Sept 2019

  • Scheduling Coordinator

    Nov 2018 - Feb 2019
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  We Count Oregon Campaign

  Nov 2019 - Oct 2020

  Community Engagement & Partnerships Coordinator

  The We Draw Oregon campaign was a state wide campaign focused on increasing the participation of hard-to-count communites in the 2020 census. I led the educational phase of the campaign. Idesigned the curriculum for a census training program, and managed the program that trained over 11,000 people statewide during a pandemic. I managed a team of 12 Community Equity Coordinators, and oversaw the planning and implementation of a series of culturally centered community engagement events, executing seven 100+ in-person events in just seven weeks and then pivoted the large scale culturally - centered community engagement events to virtual events at the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. Launched a census ambassador program that centered regular people. Recruited and managed over 100 partners, which included local business, government agencies, and community- based organizations, for the campaign. Show less

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  We Draw Oregon

  Dec 2020 - Oct 2021

  Director Of Advocacy

  Co-managed an advocacy campaign to ensure an equitable, accessible, and fair redistricting process for the state of Oregon. Built a coalition of 50 community -based organizations across that state. Created a campaign strategy for community engagement for partner organizations, and developed a redistricting training curriculum. Facilitated a colloaborative space for cross-learning for partners. Assisted the comms team in creating campaign messaging. Built and maintained relationships with elected officials, their representatives, and staff, as well as educated legislators and other policymakers regarding the scope and impact of redistricting issues specifically in BIPOC and LGBTQIA++ communities. Show less

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  FWD.us

  Jun 2022 - now

  • Director of Project Management, CJR

    Apr 2023 - now

  • Project Manager, Criminal Justice Reform

    Oct 2022 - Jul 2023

  • Project Manager

    Jun 2022 - Sept 2022