Marquita Samuel

•Facilitated the resettlement of 30 newly arrived participants monthly, ensuring access to critical resources and support systems for a smooth transition into the community.
•Coordinated transportation and logistics for participants to access essential services, appointments, and community resources.
•Established partnerships with local organizations, government agencies, and service providers to expand available resources and streamline support for participants.
•Conducted needs assessments and developed individualized service plans to address the unique requirements of each participant and family.
•Provided case management, including follow-up and continuous support, to promote participants’ self-sufficiency and successful integration.
•Maintained meticulous records of participant interactions and resource utilization to evaluate program effectiveness and areas for improvement.

•Collaborated with Talent Acquisition leaders, HR managers, and key stakeholders to develop and implement sustainable workforce strategies, increasing scalability and long-term impact by 35%.
•Spearheaded the translation of organizational needs into impactful talent development strategies to drive workforce readiness.
•Led the identification, design, implementation, and evaluation of regional and national workforce development programs, ensuring alignment with evolving business objectives.
•Identified and pursued funding opportunities for workforce development, both internal and external, to expand program reach.
•Supported grant application processes, including preparation, documentation, and tracking, to secure additional resources for workforce initiatives.
•Directed workforce development projects, delivering innovative solutions tailored to unique challenges and emerging needs.
•Established partnerships with schools, external agencies, and community organizations to identify and meet current and future talent demands.

•Instructed 50+ students in English and Social Studies through the Another Chance program.
•Assisted in designing the program’s curriculum for both AM and PM classes.
•Prepared students for the state GED exam, focusing on social disparities within society and their communities.
•Achieved an 86% graduation rate for GED students within the Department of African American Studies.

•Increased monthly metrics by 55% through innovative community engagement and resource access strategies.
•Organized quarterly resource fairs connecting community members with essential services, workforce opportunities, and strategic partners to foster sustainable growth.
•Directed logistics, analysis, and implementation of community initiatives, using data-driven strategies to address evolving needs and achieve measurable outcomes.
•Cultivated partnerships with internal teams and external stakeholders, aligning workforce development goals to support organizational and community growth.
•Collaborated with Talent Acquisition leaders to implement targeted programs that addressed workforce skill gaps and increased employability.
•Fostered a collaborative, Agile-driven culture, coaching teams to deliver high-impact results aligned with organizational objectives.
•Executed promotional strategies to enhance service delivery and improve operational efficiency.
•Applied advanced project management techniques to develop workforce strategies aligned with enterprise-wide goals and future-focused organizational needs.

•Averaged a 31% improvement rate with standardized testing scores
•Headed the IT development within multiple departments, to keep staff abreast to the fast-paced changes within technology to ensure classroom engagement
•Coordinated logistics of testing materials and supplies for 200+ students annually, and proctored SATs & ACTs.
•Instructed and engaged over 250 students a year for over 13 years, at the start of my educational Career within ELA and Speech-Debate.
•Was an Assistant Principal and Instructional Coach for George Crockett Academy, with a 90% graduation rate.
•Led community-based engagement initiatives aligned with Title I programming, resulting in increased parent and student involvement across multiple school sites.
•Developed and facilitated adult learning workshops to empower families, utilizing culturally responsive teaching strategies to improve understanding of student academic supports.
•Coordinated and executed large-scale citywide parental involvement events, conferences, and training sessions to strengthen school-community partnerships.
•Built and managed volunteer programs using Microsoft Office Suite and volunteer management tools, supporting district-wide outreach goals.
•Applied working knowledge of ESEA/ESSA policies to design and implement programs focused on parent/family/school collaboration and federal compliance. Served as a liaison between school leadership and community stakeholders to launch human service programs tailored to student and family needs.