ARNITA SESSION
Forney,TX
Summary
Hardworking Student Services Coordinator well-versed in helping students deal with transitional periods such as educational planning and job searching by building skills. Active listener with strong verbal and written communication abilities. Offering many years' experience in related roles.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Services Coordinator
FWISD
Fort Worth, TX
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Management Coordinate processes/documents used for enrollment of students in special situations (power of attorney, proof of residence, student transfer, and homeless students).
- Monitor the truancy program and develop strategies to reduce the truancy rate with in the district.
- Supervise the investigation of student residency questions and withdrawal of students living out of district.
- Assist in managing in-district and inter-district transfers and make recommendations for in transfer guidelines and procedures.
- Assist supervisory personnel in conducting due-process procedures.
- Provide direction and support to campuses in PEIMS 425 student discipline submission.
- Coordinate the district’s clothing/uniform assistance program.
- Assist in the development of district and campus improvement plans.
- Encourage and support development of innovative systems to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the District.
- Assist with the district’s administrative processes related to extra-curricular programs and activities.
- Work with principals, school administrative staff, students, teachers, and parents to interpret school board policy.
- Assist parents and community members with their understanding of policies and administrative procedures.
- Assist in developing administrative procedures coordinated with district policies.
- Health and Safety Work with campus administrators to promote and support the district’s mission in providing a caring and safe environment for learning.
- Coordinate administrative response to student issues.
Student Services Coordinator
International Leadership Of Texas
Arlington, TX
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Discipline Management Work with principals to coordinate consistent Level I disciplinary appeals process.
- Monitor campus discipline and work with principals to reduce referrals.
- Oversee the district’s in-school suspension program.
- Review and make recommendations on district disciplinary programs and procedures.
- Review, develop, update, distribute, and coordinate the implementation of the Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook.
- Exercise responsibility for PEIMS requirements, reports and compliance related to student discipline.
- Assist in making assignments to and dismissals from the Disciplinary Alternative Education Program (DAEP).
- Human Resources Evaluate job performance of department staff to ensure effectiveness.
- Assist when requested, in selecting candidates for campus and central office positions.
- Assist in staff development activities and in orienting new staff members.
- Professional Growth and Development Participate in professional development activities to gain and/or maintain current knowledge of rules, regulations, and practices related to assigned area.
- Attend and coordinate community/professional meetings and/or conferences, as assigned.
- Seek, accept, and respond to evaluation feedback.
- Actively participate in professional organizations/activities.
- Take the initiative to provide leadership in addressing challenges.
- Ensure that department operations contribute to the attainment of district goals and objectives.
- Attend board meetings regularly and make presentations to the board as requested.
- Compile, maintain, and present all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
- Attend professional, school and civic meetings as assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Student Services Manager
International Leadership Of Texas
Dallas, TX
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Assist in coordinating the maintenance and implementation of the district’s Emergency Operations/Crisis Plans.
- Act as liaison to the School Resource Officers and coordinate special safety/security needs for the district.
- Coordinate the district’s Dating Violence, Harassment, Bullying, and Tobacco education initiatives.
- Employee and Community Relations Use management practices that promote collegiality, teamwork, and collaborative decision making among staff and community.
- Implement policies associated with and act as informal hearing officer of student/parent complaints and grievances ensuring compliance with all timelines and procedures.
- Serve as liaison with law enforcement and community supervision personnel.
- Assist with in-house investigations as assigned
- Articulate the District’s mission and goals in the area of discipline and attendance to the community and solicit community support in realizing the mission.
- Demonstrate awareness of District/community needs and initiate activities to meet those identified needs.
- Demonstrate use of appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement.
- Demonstrate skill in conflict resolution with administrators, parents, teachers, staff, and community.
- Provide for two-way communication with principals, teachers, staff, parents, and community.
- Budget and Inventory Ensure that programs are cost effective and funds are managed prudently.
- Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs.
- Implement the policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the area assigned.
Administrative Coordinator
Arlington ISD
Arlington, TX
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and performance data for reporting purposes.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures related to student registration, enrollment, and graduation requirements.
- Resolved conflicts between students regarding academics or extracurricular issues.
- Established a peer mentoring program that connected upperclassmen with freshman in need of guidance.
- Facilitated communication between faculty members and students regarding course content or expectations.
- Advocated for students' rights within the university system as needed.
- Devised strategies to bring students into school life and build relationships with like-minded peers.
- Oversaw safe, welcoming and highly multicultural environment open to students.
- Assisted new students with learning about and engaging in university programs.
- Coordinated and maintained records regarding student volunteer programs.
- Directed or coordinated engaging support staff in administering departments or academic institutions.
- Participated in state and national events, developing partnerships with industry to increase university profile.
- Directed activities of admissions, registration and career services departments.
- Boosted registrations by improving promotional, outreach, and parent engagement strategies.
- Maintained institutional solvency with current, accurate and fully compliant financial records.
Education
Master of Science - Teachers Certification
Texas Teachers Of Tomorrow
Grand Prairie, TX05-2015
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education And Coaching
Langston University
Langston, OK05.2011
Skills
- Needs assessments
- Resource advocacy
- Program coordination
- Behavior Management
- Intervention Planning
- Strong Organization
- Report Writing
- Student Support
- Program Analysis
- State Testing Support
- Performance Evaluations
- Public Speaking
- School Administration
- Administrative Staff Coordination
- Policies and Procedures Enforcement
- Disciplinary Actions
- Academic Standards Management
- Multicultural Leadership
- Task Prioritization
- Flexible Schedule
- Excellent Communication
- New System Implementation
- Time Management
- Effective Communication
- Professional Demeanor
- Decision-Making
- Course Management
- Videoconferencing expertise
- Curriculum Planning
- Problem-Solving
- Program Evaluation
- At-Risk Student Intervention
- Student relations
- Student Registration
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Analytical Thinking
- Special Education Programs
- Vocational Programs Development
- Analytical Skills
Certification
- Administrator Certification
Timeline
Student Services Coordinator
FWISD
10.2022 - 05.2024
Student Services Coordinator
International Leadership Of Texas
08.2020 - 05.2022
Student Services Manager
International Leadership Of Texas
08.2018 - 05.2020
Administrative Coordinator
Arlington ISD
08.2016 - 05.2018
Master of Science - Teachers Certification
Texas Teachers Of Tomorrow
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education And Coaching
Langston University
- Administrator Certification
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