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Abdulwahab Abdul Basheet

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Summary

Accomplished program and curriculum leader with a strong record of managing large-scale educational initiatives, enhancing instructional quality, and strengthening school, employer, and community partnerships. Skilled in curriculum development, program operations, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional team leadership across virtual and in-person learning environments. Experienced in designing career readiness, work-based learning, and entrepreneurship programs that drive high student impact, operational efficiency, and measurable learning outcomes. Adept at overseeing multi-state program delivery, implementing data-driven improvements, and supporting educators through training, coaching, and resource development to elevate teaching practice and overall program performance.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Coach/Instructional Specialist

Careerwise NY
NY
06.2023 - 10.2025

Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Operations
Led end-to-end recruitment support by screening high-volume résumés, coordinating interviews, and partnering with hiring managers to ensure timely and quality talent acquisition.

Onboarding & Employee Lifecycle Management
Supported seamless onboarding by preparing orientation materials, facilitating new-hire documentation, and ensuring compliance with company policies and HR best practices.

HRIS & Employee Data Management
Maintained accurate employee records using HR management systems (HRIS), ensuring data integrity, confidentiality, and real-time workforce reporting.

Employee Relations & Policy Advisory
Acted as a first point of contact for employee inquiries related to HR policies, benefits, and procedures, delivering clear guidance and improving employee experience.

Operational Support & Process Optimization
Assisted senior management with daily operations, workflow coordination, and process improvements to enhance efficiency, compliance, and organizational performance.

Career Discovery Week Program Manager (Contract)

Grant Associates Inc.
NY
11.2022 - 04.2023

• Coordinated end-to-end program delivery for Career Discovery Week by managing partnerships with 35 employer organizations and 35 schools, ensuring seamless planning, logistics, and on-site execution across citywide events.
• Developed comprehensive planning materials, including agendas, scripts, checklists, and guidance documents, enabling employer partners and school teams to implement consistent, high-quality career awareness activities.
• Led stakeholder engagement through regular planning calls, email correspondence, site visits, and in-person meetings, strengthening collaboration and securing commitment from school leadership and employer participants.
• Monitored student registration, coordinated transportation schedules, managed event staffing, and analyzed final program data to produce outcome reports highlighting participation metrics, impact insights, and success stories.

Manager, Programs, NY Metro Region

NFTE
09.2018 - 05.2019

• Oversaw regional program operations across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, ensuring seamless delivery of school initiatives, competitions, and educational activities while maintaining high operational standards.
Strengthened school engagement strategies by analyzing participation data, identifying growth opportunities, and implementing targeted improvements to enhance program reach and impact.
• Directed cross-functional coordination, managing administrative workflows, project timelines, and team performance to support consistent program execution and regional organizational goals.
• Designed training resources, including Canvas LMS manuals, course planning guides, and Train the Trainer workshop materials, improving educator readiness, instructional quality, and operational efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of History -

Hunter College
New York City, NY
01-1998

Skills

  • Problem solving
  • Strategic planning
  • Team coordination
  • Stakeholder collaboration
  • Leadership communication
  • Project management
  • Curriculum development
  • Data tracking and analysis
  • Learning management systems
  • Program operations management

Volunteer Experience

Afara Collective, Program Manager, 06/01/17, Present, Collaborating to deliver anti-racist programs.

Timeline

Senior Coach/Instructional Specialist

Careerwise NY
06.2023 - 10.2025

Career Discovery Week Program Manager (Contract)

Grant Associates Inc.
11.2022 - 04.2023

Manager, Programs, NY Metro Region

NFTE
09.2018 - 05.2019

Bachelor of History -

Hunter College
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