Marionna Bennett
About Marionna Bennett
Marionna Bennett is a Bilingual Match Support Specialist at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta, where she has worked since 2019. She has a background in community involvement and education, having held various roles including Parent Liaison at Americorps and Site Coordinator at Cleveland Metropolitan School District.
Work at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta
Marionna Bennett has served as a Bilingual Match Support Specialist at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta since 2019. In this role, she focuses on supporting bilingual matches, facilitating communication between mentors and mentees who speak different languages. Her work involves ensuring that both parties understand each other effectively, which is crucial for the success of mentoring relationships.
Previous Experience in Education and Community Support
Prior to her current position, Bennett worked in various roles that emphasized community engagement and education. She served as a Site Coordinator for the Cleveland Metropolitan School District and Burten Bell Carr Dev Inc from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, she was a Parent Liaison at Americorps for one year. These positions allowed her to develop strong skills in communication and collaboration, particularly in engaging with youth.
Educational Background
Marionna Bennett earned her Bachelor’s degree in International Studies and Spanish from Allegheny College, where she studied from 2010 to 2014. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Public Administration with a focus on Organizational Management from The Graduate College at Kennesaw State University, completing her studies from 2018 to 2020. Her academic background supports her professional roles in community service and education.
Skills and Community Involvement
Bennett possesses strong skills in communication and collaboration, particularly in engaging with youth. Her passion for community involvement is evident through her various roles in organizations focused on education and support. This commitment to working with people is reflected in her career choices and the impact she aims to have in her community.