Travis Evans, M.A.
About Travis Evans, M.A.
Travis Evans, M.A., serves as the Director of Workforce Readiness at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston. With extensive experience at Save the Children US in various leadership roles, he specializes in program design, community relationship building, and ensuring the safety of children and families.
Work at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston
Travis Evans serves as the Director of Workforce Readiness at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the organization's mission of providing support and resources for youth development in the Greater Houston area. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing programs that enhance workforce readiness among young individuals, ensuring they acquire the necessary skills for future employment.
Previous Experience at Save the Children US
Travis Evans has extensive experience with Save the Children US, where he held multiple roles from 2013 to 2021. His positions included Child Friendly Space Coordinator for Emergency Response, Senior Coordinator of Strategic Operations, and Child Safeguarding Focal Point. He also served as Deputy Director of Programs and Partnerships. Throughout his tenure, he was responsible for negotiating funding, building community relationships, and providing training and technical assistance to support various programs.
Education and Expertise
Travis Evans holds a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from Webster University. He also studied Family and Child Development at South Carolina State University, where he earned a degree in Business Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. His educational background supports his advanced skills in program design, development, execution, and reporting, particularly in services aimed at families and children.
Background in Education and Child Services
Prior to his roles at Save the Children US, Travis Evans worked as a Lead Teacher at Gleamns Head Start from 2008 to 2010. He also served as a Program Specialist for School Age and Early Steps to School Success programs across several states, including Alabama, Kansas, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and West Virginia, from 2012 to 2021. His background in education and child services informs his approach to workforce readiness and community engagement.
Program Development and Management Skills
Travis Evans possesses strong skills in developing and implementing short and long-range goals for programs. He monitors program effectiveness and manages budgets to ensure the successful execution of initiatives. His experience in data monitoring and reporting enhances his ability to support programs through ongoing training and technical assistance.