Allison Jaixen
Wayne,NE
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Assistant
Wayne State College - Counseling Department
08.2024 - 05.2026
- Coordinated academic events, ensuring effective communication among stakeholders.
- Conducted workshops to improve student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Managed administrative tasks, streamlining processes for enhanced efficiency.
- Fostered positive relationships with students, providing mentorship and support services.
- Managed administrative tasks such as grading, scheduling, and record-keeping to ensure smooth operations within academic departments.
- Administered coursework, graded assignments and provided constructive feedback.
- Conducted relevant research and gathered valuable resources for faculty members'' ongoing projects and publications.
Field Experiences (Practicum & Internship 1)
Wakefield Community School
08.2025 - 02.2026
- Assisted in developing academic support programs to enhance student engagement and retention.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Facilitated workshops on effective study strategies and time management techniques for diverse student populations.
- Collaborated with faculty to identify student needs and implement tailored support services.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, fostering individualized learning experiences for students.
- Conducted research on best practices in academic success initiatives to inform program development.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
Intern
Holland Academic Success Center
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Coordinated outreach efforts to promote available resources and encourage student participation in programs.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Guided students in academic planning and course selection to align with career goals.
- Provided support and guidance to students experiencing academic and personal troubles.
- Mentored peer mentors, sharing insights on operations and best practices within the center's framework.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
Navigator
Wayne State College
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Coordinated navigation strategies to enhance student engagement and retention efforts.
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate academic advising into student navigation pathways.
- Guided prospective students through campus, showcasing facilities and programs.
- Engaged with diverse groups, fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment.
- Delivered informative presentations on academic offerings and student life.
- Collaborated with admissions team to coordinate tour scheduling and logistics.
Education
Master of Science - PK-12 School Counseling
Wayne State College
Wayne, NE05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Wayne State College
Wayne, NE12.2023
Activities and Honors
Lambda Pi Eta April 2022- Present, Microsoft Office Specialist May 2018, Youth Leadership of Columbus August 2018- April 2019, Tau Upsilon Alpha April 2023 - Present, Blood Drive Leader September 2019- December 2023, Chi Sigma Iota March 2025 – Present, Chi Sigma Iota Events Director October 2025 - Present
Timeline
Field Experiences (Practicum & Internship 1)
Wakefield Community School
08.2025 - 02.2026
Graduate Assistant
Wayne State College - Counseling Department
08.2024 - 05.2026
Intern
Holland Academic Success Center
05.2023 - 08.2024
Navigator
Wayne State College
08.2022 - 12.2023
Master of Science - PK-12 School Counseling
Wayne State College
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Wayne State College