Joseph Calek
Summary
Accomplished Director at Youth Platoon, adept in mentoring and project management, significantly enhanced team productivity and morale. Leveraged emotional support and strategic planning skills to foster a culture of continuous improvement and high performance. Proven track record in boosting employee engagement and streamlining operations, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving and teamwork abilities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director
Youth Platoon
01.2023 - Current
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
Teacher
Yeshivas Shiras HaTorah
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts
Excelsior University
New York 04.2001 -
A-Levels - English Literature
Manchester Mesivta
Manchester 04.2001 -
A-Level - History
Manchester Mesivta
Manchester 04.2001 -
A-Level - Politics
Manchester Mesivta
Manchester 04.2001 -
GCSE - Mathematics
Manchester Mesivta
Manchester 04.2001 -
GCSE - Biblical Hebrew
Manchester Mesivta
Manchester 04.2001 -
GCSE - English Language And Literature
Manchester Mesivta
Manchest 04.2001 -
GCSE - Biology
Manchester Mesivta
Manchester 04.2001 -
GCSE - Chemistry
Manchester Mesivta
Manchester 04.2001 -
GCSE - History
Manchester Mesivta
Manchester 04.2001 -
Skills
Youth supervision
Mentoring abilities
Emotional Support
Special needs understanding
Social skill development
Positive Reinforcement
Project Management
Cost Control
Client Relations
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Accomplishments
Because I'm passionate about mental health in children and young people, I founded a charity when I was 20. The aim of it is to provide preventative mental solutions to children and young people using a groundbreaking approach to experiential learning that I developed with my team.
Languages
English
Native language
Hebrew
Advanced
C1
Russian
Elementary
A2
Yiddish
Upper intermediate
B2
Certification
Designated Safeguarding Lead for Children and Adolescents
Timeline
Designated Safeguarding Lead for Children and Adolescents
02-2024
Teacher
Yeshivas Shiras HaTorah
10.2023 - 01.2024
Director
Youth Platoon
01.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts
Excelsior University
04.2001 -
A-Levels - English Literature
Manchester Mesivta
04.2001 -
A-Level - History
Manchester Mesivta
04.2001 -
A-Level - Politics
Manchester Mesivta
04.2001 -
GCSE - Mathematics
Manchester Mesivta
04.2001 -
GCSE - Biblical Hebrew
Manchester Mesivta
04.2001 -
GCSE - English Language And Literature
Manchester Mesivta
04.2001 -
GCSE - Biology
Manchester Mesivta
04.2001 -
GCSE - Chemistry
Manchester Mesivta
04.2001 -
GCSE - History
Manchester Mesivta
04.2001 -
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