LaToya Pearson-Reid

Experience

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  Playworks

  Aug 2015 - Jan 2025

  -Operations Management Professional: Experienced in managing regional operations for multi-state hubs, including HR compliance, staff onboarding, and AmeriCorps enrollment for 40+ members annually.-Program Leadership: Spearheaded the rollout and data collection processes for 40+ school partners, ensuring efficient and accurate implementation.-Volunteer Management: Developed strategies for recruitment, orientation, and engagement, managing 100+ volunteers and supporting community impact initiatives.-Process Optimization: Designed and implemented surveys to gauge meeting effectiveness and team sentiment, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.-Training and Development: Facilitated leadership programs for students and staff, including onboarding, professional development workshops, and AmeriCorps training.-Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnered with national HR, finance, and operations teams to execute key initiatives and improve organizational effectiveness.-Tech Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Office, Salesforce, and Concur for operational efficiency and data management. Show less -Create safe and inclusive recess environments at four schools by serving as a caring role model and ensuring every child participates. Rotate weekly to build strong relationships at each school while maintaining consistency throughout the month.-Implement youth leadership programs by providing leadership opportunities at recess and facilitating training sessions before or after school during your scheduled week at each site. Lead individual classes to develop leadership skills, promote cooperation, and introduce new games with clear rules that students can enjoy in your absence.-Organize and coach interscholastic or developmental sports leagues, such as basketball, volleyball, or soccer, ensuring students across all four schools have access to team-building opportunities. Strengthen community connections by hosting events at each school to engage families and recruiting volunteers to support recess and activities.-Collaborate with faculty, administrators, parents, and volunteers to develop strong school cultures tailored to each site’s unique goals. Participate in national service days and weekend community projects to benefit all schools while representing their individual needs.-Manage program schedules across the monthly rotation, track hours, and collect and report key data for each school, ensuring consistent impact and measurable progress at every site. Show less -Foster an inclusive and safe playground environment by being a caring role model and ensuring every child participates.-Build youth leadership through training programs, class sessions, and student-led recess activities.-Organize and coach students in sports leagues and introduce engaging games with clear rules and boundaries.-Strengthen community connections by hosting family-inclusive events and recruiting volunteers to support school activities.-Support program success through administrative tasks, including scheduling, tracking hours, and managing data. Show less

  • Operations Manager

    Jul 2021 - Jan 2025

  • Program Associate

    Nov 2018 - Jul 2021

  • Site Coordinator

    Jun 2018 - Nov 2018

  • AmeriCorps Program Coordinator

    Aug 2015 - Jun 2018