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Tim Clark

Tim Clark

Simon Youth Foundation

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Tim's work combines: Non-Profit Organizations, Education, and Helping People

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Day In The Life

Vice President, Programs

I help students in need of assistance obtain their high school diploma thru partnerships with public school districts.

Skills & Education

Here's the path I took:

  • High School

  • Bachelor's Degree

    Sociology and Education

    Hobart & William Smith Colleges

Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be an Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors:

Bachelor's Degree: Sociology and Education

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Life & Career Milestones

My path in life took a while to figure out

  • 1.

    College Coach

  • 2.

    College Administrator

  • 3.

    Programs Coordinator with NCAA

  • 4.

    Director of Indoor Sports Facility

  • 5.

    Programs Director with a National Organization

  • 6.

    High School Athletics Director/School Administrator

  • 7.

    Coordinator for a Mentoring Program

  • 8.

    Coordinator for a state-wide organization and state agency

Defining Moments

How I responded to discouragement

  • THE NOISE

    Messages from Friends:

    You will not be able to support yourself and your family by working for a not-for-profit.

  • How I responded:

    I have encountered several cross-roads in my professional career in which I have had opportunities to take a path that was more financially rewarding but did not meet my passion in life to help others. I eventually realized that life is too short and using my skills and knowledge to help others is my true reward. Staying committed to who I am eventually presented professional opportunities that I never thought I could obtain. You can have your cake and eat it too!

Experiences and challenges that shaped me

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  • I was not prepared for college life. I made many mistakes. My family could not advise me from personal experiences. However, they always were there to help me get back on my feet and would not let me quit. I persevered to not let them down.