ALISON LEGALL
Montclair,VA
Summary
Education professional with extensive experience supporting diverse learners through complex academic, personal, and institutional challenges. Proven ability to interpret and apply academic policy, manage sensitive cases with discretion, and collaborate across departments to promote student retention, persistence, and belonging. Experienced higher education faculty member with strengths in academic advising, case triage, student outreach, and operational leadershipDoctoral candidate in Instructional Design, with a strong foundation in student development, adult learning theory, and continuous improvement of educational systems.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Faculty
Ethnos College
07.2025 - Current
- Provide academic advising and individualized coaching to students navigating academic, personal, and vocational challenges.
- Support student success and retention through proactive outreach, progress monitoring, and timely feedback.
- Maintain confidentiality of student academic records and communications in alignment with institutional policy.
- Collaborate with faculty leadership on curriculum review and student support strategies.
Project Manager
Aptive Resources
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Managed complex, high-stakes issues requiring discretion, documentation, escalation, and coordinated resolution.
- Served as a primary point of contact for sensitive personnel and operational matters while ensuring policy adherence.
- Developed tracking mechanisms to monitor engagement, progress, and outcomes across programs.
Deputy Project Manager / Site Communications Lead
Oracle Health
01.2020 - 06.2023
- Triaged and managed complex cases involving competing needs, risk factors, and stakeholder concerns.
- Established SOPs and tracking systems to support consistent follow-up and issue resolution.
- Collaborated with cross-functional partners to support individuals navigating stressors and performance barriers.
Adjunct Faculty
Northern Virginia Community College
01.2014 - 08.2019
- Supported diverse student populations through academic advising, structured feedback, and individualized success strategies.
- Identified and responded to student engagement and performance concerns; referred students to appropriate institutional resources.
- Fostered inclusive learning environments that promoted persistence and academic confidence.
Organizational Dev., Comms, Change & Learning Cons
Axiom Resource Management | STG, Inc. | Booz Allen
04.2013 - 12.2023
- Provided organizational development, change management, and learning consulting to federal and public-sector clients.
- Designed and facilitated leadership workshops, training programs, and strategic planning sessions.
- Implemented knowledge management and learning systems to enhance employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.
Education
Doctor of Education - Instructional Design & Performance Technology
Baker University
05-2026
M.A. - Communications Management
Webster University
12-2011
B.S. - Communication
University of Miami
05-1998
Skills
Organizational Development & Strategy
- Enterprise Organizational Development Strategy
- Change Leadership & Readiness
- Culture, Engagement & Employee Experience
- Organizational Assessment & Diagnostics
Learning & Leadership Development
- Adult Learning Theory & Instructional Design (ADDIE)
- Leadership Development & Coaching
- Onboarding & Workforce Readiness
Leadership & Operations
- People Leadership & Team Development
- Portfolio, Resource & Budget Management
- Executive facilitation and strategic consulting
Certification
- Certified Change Management Practitioner (PROSCI)
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Training
- ITIL Foundation
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty
Ethnos College
07.2025 - Current
Project Manager
Aptive Resources
01.2024 - 06.2025
Deputy Project Manager / Site Communications Lead
Oracle Health
01.2020 - 06.2023
Adjunct Faculty
Northern Virginia Community College
01.2014 - 08.2019
Organizational Dev., Comms, Change & Learning Cons
Axiom Resource Management | STG, Inc. | Booz Allen
04.2013 - 12.2023
Doctor of Education - Instructional Design & Performance Technology
Baker University
M.A. - Communications Management
Webster University
B.S. - Communication
University of Miami