Rebecca James
Chard
Summary
Results-driven professional with a background in grantmaking and education, bringing strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Proven contributor to team initiatives, operational efficiency, and collaborative problem-solving.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grants Associate
Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation
01.2025 - Current
- Managed all administrative aspects of grantmaking and monitoring, including processing, reviewing proposals.
- Coordinated and planned site visits for a portfolio of grants
- Updated and maintained the Foundation’s website and related materials
- Supported community engagement initiatives through research and technical assistance
- Managed special programs, including the mammogram voucher program and scholarship program
- Prepared briefing materials and documentation for board and committee meetings
Program Assistant
Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation
06.2023 - 12.2024
- Assisted with the processing of grant proposals, including email acknowledgments, online system entry, and preparation of applications for staff and committee review.
- Screened proposals for completeness and eligibility in accordance with foundation guidelines.
- Assisted with the processing and distribution of grant payments.
- Responded to general inquiries regarding the foundation’s grantmaking programs
- Maintained and updated the foundation’s database of nonprofit and community contacts.
- Managed grant-related electronic and hard-copy filing systems for the department.
Middle School Science Teacher
Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District
08.2020 - 06.2023
- Delivered 7th Grade Science Instruction in alignment with the state standards.
- Facilitated hands-on experiments to enhance student understanding of scientific concepts.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects promoting critical thinking skills.
- Assessed student performance regularly, providing timely feedback for improvement.
- Integrated technology into lessons to support diverse learning styles and enhance engagement.
- Established positive relationships with students and parents to support academic success.
- Established clear classroom expectations and maintained consistent discipline to promote an orderly and focused learning atmosphere.
- Served on the district curriculum team, contributing to curriculum planning, assessment development, and instructional improvements
- Coached Volleyball, Basketball, and Tennis supporting student development and teamwork.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05-2020
Skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Computer skills
- Complex Problem-solving
- Courteous and professional
- MS office
- Program support
- Team collaboration
- Task prioritization
- Project coordination
- Organizational skills
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Certification
TX Science (4-8) Teaching Certificate
Timeline
Grants Associate
Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation
01.2025 - Current
Program Assistant
Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation
06.2023 - 12.2024
Middle School Science Teacher
Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District
08.2020 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Texas A&M University