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Rochelle Cole

Baltimore,MD

Summary

Experienced community-focused professional adept at coordinating educational and social initiatives in school settings. Strong ability to cultivate collaborative relationships with stakeholders to drive impactful programs benefiting the community. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, and consistent delivery of results while maintaining high standards and promoting team collaboration.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Community School Site Specialist

Baltimore City Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
  • Developed and managed partnerships between the school, families, and community organizations to support students' academic success, health, and overall well-being.
  • Led needs assessments by engaging with students, families, and staff to identify key priorities and resources for the school community.
  • Coordinated programs, services, and events such as after-school activities, health and wellness initiatives, and family engagement opportunities to address identified needs.
  • Planned and executed events including community resource fairs, parent workshops, school celebrations, and fundraisers to strengthen connections between the school and its stakeholders.
  • Fostered collaboration among stakeholders, including school leadership, community partners, and local businesses, to maximize resources and opportunities for students.
  • Managed communication efforts by creating newsletters, social media content, and reports to share program updates and celebrate successes.
  • Monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of programs, initiatives, and events, using data to inform improvements and report outcomes to stakeholders.
  • Facilitated professional development opportunities for staff and partners to enhance understanding of community needs and strategies to address them.
  • Served as a liaison between the school and community to build trust, resolve challenges, and ensure alignment of resources with school goals.
  • Secured funding by writing grants, cultivating donor relationships, and managing budgets to sustain and expand programming.
  • Promoted equity and inclusion by ensuring programs, services, and events were accessible and culturally responsive to the diverse needs of students and families.
  • Utilized advanced tools and software to monitor progress, analyze data, and generate informative reports for stakeholders.

Parent Liaison

The Empowerment Academy
11.2016 - 06.2020
  • Build and maintain relationships with parents, teachers, administrators, and community members.
  • Develop and maintain community partnerships.
  • Assist in establishing communication between the school, home, and community by creating school family engagement plans in conjunction with Title I objectives.
  • Budgeting for Title I family and community engagement activities.
  • Organize workshops for parents.
  • Maintain records for volunteer hours, budgeting for parent workshops, parent headcount, and wide area statistics.
  • Act as liaison between PTO and administration.
  • Recruit volunteers for various needs in school building.
  • Create a positive parent community area.
  • Assist in planning for recovery spirit night events.
  • Research and grant writing as it relates to family and community engagement.
  • Participate in School Family Council.
  • Generate all promotional material for family engagement activities.
  • Planned annual Parent Appreciation Luncheon and School Wide Field Day.
  • Maintain budget and coordinate purchasing from vendors for various school activities.
  • Coordinated volunteer opportunities for parents to contribute their time and skills to the school community, fostering a sense of involvement and ownership.
  • Documented parental involvement and submitted reports with details.
  • Led efforts in creating a welcoming environment within the school by organizing events that celebrate diverse cultures represented among students'' families.
  • Provided support to families in need by connecting them with relevant resources within the community.
  • Coordinated documentation between parents and educators.
  • Facilitated positive and proactive communication between families and educational staff.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through consistent communication and active listening, promoting a positive school environment.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of existing parental involvement programs within the school by conducting regular assessments and implementing necessary improvements based on collected data.
  • Used strategies such as school newspaper and online methods to update parents with latest information.
  • Established partnerships with local businesses and organizations to secure funding or donations for various school projects or programs.
  • Implemented targeted outreach efforts to engage underrepresented families within the school community.
  • Cultivated positive and supportive relationships with community and family members to build productive academic environments that enhanced student engagement and academic performance.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Law & Society

Hood College
Frederick, MD
01.1992

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Access, Outlook), Mac, Google Workspace, and Canva
  • Skilled in utilizing educational technology platforms and social media for communication, Zoom
  • Needs assessment
  • Activity planning
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Written communication

Awards

Presidential Leadership Scholar (1998-92) Hood College, Ionic Society, 1992 Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities Maryland Athletic Scholar (1988-92), 1992 H. P. and P. Laughlin Award Nominee Minority Leaders Fellowship

Timeline

Community School Site Specialist

Baltimore City Public Schools
08.2020 - Current

Parent Liaison

The Empowerment Academy
11.2016 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Law & Society

Hood College

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