Shayla Walker

Senior Director @San Joaquin A

Stockton, CA, US

Hired to lead, design, and implement the Career Connected Learning framework, strategic plan, and programming of soft skill and work-based learning in K-12 Districts within San Joaquin, Merced, and Stanislaus Counties. Manage employer engagement, outreach, soft skill training, and the summer internship program-Increased student and employer participation in the San Joaquin A+ Summer Internship Program by over 300% in the first year-Created and tailored curriculum for a pre-internship boot camp focused on soft skill development in communication, problem-solving, teamwork ethics, leadership, and professional attitude-Spearheaded and created work-based learning activities to support the summer internship program, including industry tours, employer speaker panels, and workshops on resume building, interview preparation, and mock interviews-Co-led a steering committee with stakeholders in K-12, higher education, and industry partners to organize the Career Connected Learning Summit, attracting over 100 participants-Organized and facilitated internship interviews, MOUs, job descriptions, employer training, criteria, and recruitment-Ensured ongoing support to employers and students through consistent communication, appointments, and regular worksite visits, fostering strong connections and engagement-Designed a comprehensive Employer Resource Handbook, Student Intern Handbook and Employer Toolkit to provide detailed information on internship programs, expectations, and services.

California State University-Sacramento

Master of Arts Degree

California State University-Sacramento

Bachelor's degree