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1 The Role of the TTA Advisor Prepared by Lady Elaine Singh Slide 2 The definition of a Top Teens of America Advisor per our governance states: The Top Teens of America Advisor should be able to- Slide 3 3 LISTEN TALK Keep confidential information and varying viewpoints of teenagers and Slide 4 4 She should be able to recognize the chronological and educational maturity of young people and facilitate age appropriate activities. Slide 5 5 Our documents also state that the role of the TTA Advisor is to: Slide 6 6 Supervise the Top Teens of America Program of Work. Slide 7 7 Coordinate the Top Teens of America Program activities. Slide 8 8 Work cooperatively with the Top Ladies of Distinction, Incorporated Service to Youth Committee in order to facilitate the execution of the Top Teens of America Program, as approved by TLOD. Slide 9 9 Plan chapter attendance and participation for Area and National meetings. Slide 10 10 Conduct National Program of Work leadership training workshops for Top Teens of America as approved by Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. Slide 11 11 Report to the Local TLOD Chapter monthly concerning TTA activities, projects and financial status. Slide 12 12 Prepare annual chapter reports and forward to the designated Area and National officers by the predetermined deadline dates. Slide 13 13 Provide written financial reports for the TTA Chapter to the TLOD chapter. Slide 14 14 The Assistant TTA Advisor(s) shall: a.Receive directives from the TTA Advisor. b. Assist the TTA Advisor with her duties and responsibilities. Slide 15 15 The Assistant Top Teens of America Advisor shall have knowledge of the Chapter's operations and be capable of continuing the duties of the Top Teens of America Advisor. Attend Area and National meetings. Slide 16 16 Meet with the TTA Advisor prior to the beginning of the calendar year to receive duties and/or assignments and discuss the Program of Work. Slide 17 17 The TTA Advisor wears many hats Slide 18 18 But the one we wear best, is the one that reminds us that as Top Ladies, our focus is Top Teens. Slide 19 19 The TTA Advisor also has to fill many shoes Slide 20 20 Chair the Service to Youth Committee. Train Teen Executive Board/Committee. Report to her TLOD Chapter. She is the CEO FOR TEENS Slide 21 21 Prepare Annual chapter reports and forward on time. Prepare meeting items. ADMINISTRATOR Slide 22 22 Answer telephone calls, emails and correspondence from teens, parents and ladies. Schedule activities timely. Prepare Newsletter or other correspondence. Prepare agendas. SECRETARY Slide 23 23 MENTOR Good listening habits. Encourage and help to nurture relationships. Teen to Teen Ladies to Teens Teens to Ladies Slide 24 24 TACTFUL Watch for sensitive spots. Respect Teens views Be a team builder Slide 25 25 CHEERLEADER For teens, parents and TLOD to participate in Program of Work activities. Slide 26 26 A Top Teens Advisor has many talents -- Credibility Motivator People Skills Team Player Knowledge of TTA/TLOD Management skills Networking Skills People Skills Flexible Motivator Problem-solving skills Technical Skills Organizer LIKES YOUTH Slide 27 27 What is a Top Teens Advisor She is a Lady THAT SHOWS TRAITS THAT SHE CARES Some of those traits are: Slide 28 28 HELP The ability to reach out. Slide 29 29 ACTION The ability to make things happen. Slide 30 30 RESULTS The ability to produce. Slide 31 31 INFLUENCE The ability to lead. Slide 32 32 SENSITIVITY The ability to feel and respond. Slide 33 33 MOTIVATION The ability to give hope. Slide 34 34 AFFIRMATION The ability to build up. Slide 35 35 BEING A TOP TEENS ADVISOR Also means: Slide 36 36 Slide 37 37 Slide 38 38 but REWARDING IN THE END RESULTS Slide 39 THE TTA ADVISORS CHALLENGE IS GUIDING TEENS TO EXCELLENCE MEETING TTA GOALS Slide 40 40 Making sure our Teens are ready to lead the world in the 21 st Century Slide 41 41 The TTA Advisors task is to Implement the MOMENTUM PROGRAM into the program of Works. Slide 42 42 To train Top Teens in eight specific areas leading to positive and assured TTA members PURPOSE OF THE MOMENTUM PROGRAM Slide 43 43 1.Mission 2.Ownership 3.Mental Toughness 4.Empowerment 5.Networking 6.Teamwork 7.Unity 8.Mentoring Slide 44 44 STRATEGY The TTA Advisor helps the teens to plan ongoing workshops, trainings and other activities. Slide 45 45 M MISSION TOP TEENS MANTRA To be positive and assured teens The Teen Advisor through the TLOD helps to plan programs to execute and help teens develop a more positive and assured outlook Slide 46 46 Hold workshops and sponsor seminars on: Self-esteem Respect Decision-making Teens life skills Slide 47 47 O OWNERSHIP TOP TEENS MANTRA : Take ownership of making healthy choices Programs to enhance teens problem solving skills. Slide 48 48 Sponsor the TTA Healthy Choices program and encourage total TTA participation Slide 49 49 M MENTAL TOUGHNESS TOP TEENS MANTRA To have mental toughness for problem solving. Plan programs to enhance teens problem solving skills. Slide 50 50 Plan sessions and forums on positive decision making. Collaborate with local organizations that sponsor similar initiatives. Slide 51 51 E EMPOWERMENT TOP TEENS MANTRA Empowered to lead in the 21 st Century Develop workshops to train teens to be effective leaders. Slide 52 52 Implement a Chapter Leadership Academy INCLUDE IT IN YOUR PROGRAM OF WORKS Require TTA officers to focus on office responsibility Focus on TTA and Non-TTA Leadership essentials Slide 53 53 N NETWORKING TOP TEENS MANTRA Network with each other and others Assist teens in reaching obtainable education and life goals. Slide 54 54 Offer tutorial and other academic assistance to Teens. Provide an internal referral network of resources for scholarships, technical schools and other post-high school options. Slide 55 55 T TEAMWORK TOP TEENS MANTRA Part of a team Top Teens of America and TLOD The TTA Advisor serves as the liaison to plan programs and projects that allow TTA and TLOD to interact as a team. Slide 56 56 Plan activities that teens and ladies can do together. Hold joint meetings where teens preside. Ladies attend at least one joint meeting as guests of the teens Teens attend at least one meeting as guest of the TLOD chapter Use this as a workshop to practice chapter operations. Slide 57 57 U UNITY TOP TEENS MANTRA A unit of one. Plan workshops and programs to promote the appreciation of ethnic and cultural heritage. Sponsor programs and workshops around cultural events such as Kwanzaa, Kings Birthday and Black History Month. Slide 58 58 M MENTORING TEEN MANTRA Come together for mentorship Plan projects and workshops that will establish a responsible and empowered relationship between Ladies and Teens. Slide 59 59 Encourage each Lady and Teen to engage in the Me and My Mentor program. Plan mentor/mentee related activities. Slide 60 60 WORKSHOP SUGGESTIONS FINANCIAL AID Particularly helpful to graduating seniors and the 16 year olds that are entering the work force. Encourages wise choices in spending Encourages saving. Slide 61 61 PUBLIC SPEAKING Consider establishing a mini Youth Leadership Program through Toastmasters. Overcome the nervousness everyone feels when asked to speak before an audience. Organize and present their ideas logically and convincingly. Learn how to listen carefully to others' ideas. Slide 62 62 SELF-ESTEEM Develops confidence Develops pride in self Slide 63 63 Chapter Operations and Officers Training Teaches ongoing leadership skills both in TTA and in Non TTA situations and activities including: School high school and college Work Routine interaction Slide 64 64 ETIQUETTE Plan Mentor/Mentee lunch or dinner event within a formal setting. Conferences are an excellent place to practice their skills. Slide 65 65 TEAMWORK Plan a workshop on role playing involving teamwork. Slide 66 66 HEALTHY CHOICES Can cover a variety of topics. Topics should depend on level of membership. Can include nutrition, AIDs Awareness, Mental Health, etc. Get topics of interest from teens. Slide 67 67 CAREER DAY Include members of your TLOD chapter. Can be a mini-workshop or a larger event. Slide 68 68 RESOURCES Look to your internal resources Top Ladies and parents Members of other organizations Ladies & Mens groups The INTERNET is also an excellent resource. Slide 69 69 Include mini-workshops in the TTA Program of Works. Schedule each month. Hold before or at the end of Chapter meetings. Evaluate the progress of your teens attitude, skills and awareness. Slide 70 70 Teen Advisors Include the other Top Ladies Teen Advisors - Ask for help! Ladies Get involved with the TTA activities. Develop a relationship with your mentee. Teens Contact your mentor it works both ways Slide 71 71 SHOW YOUR TOP TEENS ADVISOR THAT YOU CARE Were in this together. Ladies and Teens Work with us We need you. We need you to make it all happen.