Dajuan Frasier
Brighton
Summary
Dynamic Youth Programs Manager with a proven track record at Next Leadership Development Corporation, excelling in curriculum development and community outreach. Expert in program evaluation and conflict resolution, successfully serving over 130 youth while fostering partnerships to enhance educational resources. Committed to empowering youth through mentorship and innovative programming.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Programs Manager
Next Leadership Development Corporation
Boston
07.2023 - Current
- Developed and executed 4 curriculums across 7 afterschool, summer, and workforce development programs, serving over 130 youth over 3 years via in-person and virtual lessons and workshops.
- Partnered with external organizations to achieve programmatic goals, facilitate workshops, and address youth social, emotional, and structural challenges.
- Monitored participant progress and growth across program areas to support grant reporting and program evaluation.
- Supervised a staff of 3 social workers and 2 support staff members.
- Analyzed youth and program data for comprehensive grant reporting.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to promote state healthcare resources.
- Planned, organized and facilitated monthly grocery deliveries for over 120 food insecure elder and family households in the Boston Area
Inclusion Paraprofessional
Higginson Lewis K-8
Boston
04.2021 - 06.2023
- Supported teachers and staff in delivering quality educational experiences through direct support in an inclusion classroom of 15-20 students.
- Managed student behavior by role modeling and reinforcing classroom expectations to promote a positive learning environment.
- Supplemented classroom learning by actively participating in class activities and supporting teachers.
- Grades served: 4th, 7th.
Leadership Institute Assistant
Brown University
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Facilitated workshops on leadership, diversity, and activism, enhancing student engagement and understanding.
- Guided individual students in forming a social justice action plan to execute in their schools and communities.
- Evaluated and reflected on student progress daily, guiding them in achieving class and action plan objectives.
- Supported participants during learning activities in meeting learning objectives during class.
- Provided residential and in-class support to over 200 international and domestic high school students during two summers across 6 sessions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
BRIDGEWATER STATE University
Bridgewater, MA01-2020
High School Diploma -
East Boston High School
Boston06-2015
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Program Evaluation
- Youth Engagement
- Community Partnerships
- Facilitation
- Event Planning
- Staff Supervision
- Policy Writing
- Community Engagement
- Youth Development
- Conflict Resolution
- Google and Office Suite
Awards
- Henry Hampton Builder Award
- Award for Student Excellence
- Gold Crown Award
- Bridge Award
- Nguzo Saba
Timeline
Youth Programs Manager
Next Leadership Development Corporation
07.2023 - Current
Inclusion Paraprofessional
Higginson Lewis K-8
04.2021 - 06.2023
Leadership Institute Assistant
Brown University
06.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
BRIDGEWATER STATE University
High School Diploma -
East Boston High School