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Brandie Wiley

Brandie Wiley

Fort Worth,TX

Summary

Dedicated professional with 12 years of experience in higher education, specializing in student success, disability access, and strategic program development. Proven track record in leadership, policy implementation, and fostering collaborative relationships. Adept at managing teams, resources, and compliance requirements. Eager to continue professional growth while utilizing collaborative, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director, Office of Disability Access

UNT Health Science Center
03.2021 - Current
  • Provide strategic leadership and administrative oversight for disability access services and programs to a case load that grew by 46% in 3 years
  • Supervise, evaluate, and coach department staff, ensuring high performance and professional growth
  • Develop, implement, and monitor annual goals for Student Services, aligning with institutional objectives
  • Provide technical support and consultation on physical access and inclusive program development across campus
  • Manage budgetary and resource allocation to enhance service delivery and compliance
  • Establish a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication and empowering employees to voice their ideas
  • Ensure compliance with state and federal laws, policies, and procedures, maintaining thorough and accurate student records
  • Conduct research and analyze data to support best practices in disability accommodations and student success
  • Collaborate with campus partners and stakeholders to ensure student success while maintaining the technical standards of each academic program
  • Develop and manage a robust faculty training program to enhance understanding and implementation of disability accommodations and student support strategies
  • Engage in frequent professional development to stay up-to-date on current best practices, trends, and legal updates
  • Collaborate with campus and divisional partners to assist with crisis intervention

Assistant Director, Disability Accommodations

UNT Health Science Center
05.2019 - 02.2021
  • Led the determination and coordination of accommodations for students, staff, faculty, and visitors with disabilities
  • Provided technical support and consultation on physical access and inclusive program development
  • Ensured compliance with state and federal laws, policies, and procedures, maintaining thorough and accurate student records
  • Conducted research and analyze data to support best practices in disability accommodations and student success
  • Collaborated with campus partners and stakeholders to ensure student success while maintaining the technical standards of each academic program.

Learning Specialist/Student Services Coordinator

UNT Health Science Center
09.2017 - 05.2019
  • Counseled students to overcome personal, social, or behavioral issues impacting their educational success
  • Provided crisis intervention and maintained comprehensive student records
  • Designed and implemented strategies to improve student learning and engagement
  • Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance
  • Championed a growth mindset in students, instilling a belief that it is possible to overcome challenges and achieve goals

Testing Coordinator/Enrollment Service Associate

UNT Health Science Center
12.2012 - 08.2017
  • Supported testing, including exam scoring and reporting for up to four academic programs at one time
  • Collaborated with faculty and administration on test construction and student performance analysis
  • Facilitated make-up exams and student-faculty meetings to ensure academic continuity
  • Reported student misconduct and testified in hearings when necessary
  • Presented to student and faculty groups
  • Managed multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining strict deadlines and high-quality standards in test coordination

General Education Instructor

College of Healthcare Professions
09.2012 - 12.2012
  • Taught English and Health Psychology, adapting instruction to meet diverse student needs
  • Fostered student success through individualized feedback and positive reinforcement
  • Facilitated class discussion to help students work through questions and expand understanding
  • Improved student retention by developing engaging and interactive lesson plans

Dyslexia Specialist

Keller Middle School
08.2009 - 06.2012
  • Evaluated students for dyslexia and provided multi-sensory instructional support
  • Advocated for students in 504 Meetings and trained faculty on dyslexia support strategies
  • Increased parent involvement in supporting their dyslexic children through regular communication, workshops, and resources sharing
  • Maintained thorough documentation of student performance data, intervention efforts, and ongoing communication with stakeholders

English Teacher

Keller High School
08.2003 - 05.2009
  • Developed and presented engaging lessons in grammar, literature, and writing
  • Implemented literacy programs and workshops to enhance student reading and writing skills
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need and implement targeted strategies for improvement
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills

Education

Master of Science in Secondary Education and Transition -

University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS
05.2016

Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communications -

Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX
08.2002

Bachelor of Arts in English -

Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX
08.2002

Associate of Arts -

Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX
05.1999

Skills

  • Leadership & Management
  • Advocacy
  • Technical Support
  • Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Academic Counseling
  • Program Development & Evaluation
  • Budget & Resource Management
  • Policy Development & Compliance
  • Verbal & Written Communication
  • Collaborative Relationship Building
  • Legal and Regulatory Compliance

Certification

  • Certified Academic Language Practitioner
  • Certified to teach English, Speech, and Special Education (Grades 6-12) in Texas

Professional Presentations

  • Toward a Fully Inclusive Campus: Three Modalities for Comprehensive Accessibility Training at a Health Sciences Center, Accessing Higher Ground Conference, 11/2023
  • Toward an Inclusive Campus: Addressing Faculty Training Challenges We All Face, AHEAD Equity and Excellence Conference, 07/2024

Professional Affiliations And Honors

  • Chairwoman, Fort Worth Mayor's Committee on Persons with Disabilities (2021-Present)
  • Vice-Chairwoman, Fort Worth Mayor’s Committee on Persons with Disabilities (2019-2021)
  • Place 3, Fort Worth Mayor’s Committee on Persons with Disabilities (2018-Present)
  • Nominated for Rising Star Award, Coalition for Disability Access in Health Science Education (05/2023)
  • Winner, Valubility of the Year Award (UNTHSC, 2016)
  • National Writing Project Consultant
  • Member, Texas Partners in Policymaking
  • Member, Sigma Pi Chi Honor Society
  • 2nd Vice-President, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
  • Dean's List, Tarrant County College and Texas Christian University
  • TCU Scholar Award
  • Senior Achievement Award, Department of Speech Communication, TCU

Publications

Developing an Online Accessibility Course for Health Science Educators, Disability Compliance for Higher Education, 06/2023

Work Availability

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Timeline

Director, Office of Disability Access

UNT Health Science Center
03.2021 - Current

Assistant Director, Disability Accommodations

UNT Health Science Center
05.2019 - 02.2021

Learning Specialist/Student Services Coordinator

UNT Health Science Center
09.2017 - 05.2019

Testing Coordinator/Enrollment Service Associate

UNT Health Science Center
12.2012 - 08.2017

General Education Instructor

College of Healthcare Professions
09.2012 - 12.2012

Dyslexia Specialist

Keller Middle School
08.2009 - 06.2012

English Teacher

Keller High School
08.2003 - 05.2009

Master of Science in Secondary Education and Transition -

University of Kansas

Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communications -

Texas Christian University

Bachelor of Arts in English -

Texas Christian University

Associate of Arts -

Tarrant County College

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