Playworks
Basheer Smith is a seasoned youth development professional currently serving as the Regional Program Director for Playworks in NY/NJ since August 2015. In this leadership position, Basheer is responsible for managing multiple projects and teams while demonstrating strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Previously, Basheer engaged in the Advancing Equity in Leadership Program, where skills in equity-driven impact and multi-cultural leadership were honed. Basheer also contributed as a School Based Site Coordinator and Consultant with Americorps at the Boys & Girls Club of Newark from November 2011 to August 2015, designing and implementing enriching programs aimed at fostering youth development. Additionally, Basheer worked as a Special Education Paraprofessional at Newark Public Schools, providing tailored support to students with diverse learning needs. Education was completed at Kean University.
This person is not in any offices
Playworks
2 followers
At Playworks we believe in the power of play to bring out the best in every kid. We are changing school climate by leveraging the power of safe, fun, and healthy play at school every day. We create a place for every kid on the playground to feel included, be active, and build valuable social and emotional skills. We partner with schools, districts, and after-school programs to provide a service or mix of services including on-site coaches, professional training for school staff who support recess, and consultative partnerships. Playworks’s mission is to improve the health and well-being of children by increasing opportunities for physical activity and safe, meaningful play. Today, Playworks is the leading national nonprofit leveraging the power of play to transform children’s social and emotional health. Playworks currently serves more than 1,200 schools across the United States and reaches more than 700,000 students directly and through professional training services. http://2020.playworks.org/#play-movement