Brenda Cash
Valley Center,CA
Summary
Well-regarded College Admissions Advisor with expertise in promoting academic, career and social development programs. Possesses excellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills. Highly effective at analyzing student's goals to make timely, useful and effective recommendations. Well-versed in operating in complex, dynamic environments under tight deadlines. Prepared to leverage 5+ years' experience to take on new position with California State University San Marcos, Office of Academic Advising as an Intake Advisor Specialist.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Certificated Substitute Teacher K-12
Valley Center-Pauma Unified School District
10.2021 - Current
- Established substitute teacher in Valley Center-Pauma School District with grades K-12
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing various teaching methods, adapting to individual learning styles.
Teacher
All Tribes Charter School 3rd -6th
10.2017 - 10.2021
- Experienced teacher 5 years, tutored students grades 3-12 as needed.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through use of interactive teaching methods.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environment
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework
College Admissions Manager
Ashford University/Bridgepoint Education
12.2008 - 07.2012
- Managed team of 15 admissions advisors, sharing best practices and providing guidance on navigating complex institutional policies.
- Answered challenging enrollment questions and handled special student cases (probation, academic difficulty, etc.) for undergraduates.
- Assist students by demonstrating use of college organizational tools (ex: Degree Planner, Schedule Assistant, etc.)
- Advise students regarding college policies and procedures related to student experience and student needs (Course Drop Dates, Late Add, Reinstatement, Catalog Rights, Unit limit policy, etc.)
- Expertise focused on career and college admission advising.
- Facilitated smooth transition for transfer students by collaborating with academic advisors, ensuring timely evaluation of credits and accurate course placement.
- Evaluated performance metrics regularly, identifying areas for improvement within admissions department's operations.
- Managed admissions department complex office functions.
- Collaborated with financial aid department and other departments to increase accessibility for diverse student populations.
- Excelled and enjoyed training and development for new and current Admissions Advisors.
- Process and track team purchases and travel expenditures.
Librarian/Instructional Aide
Liberty Elementary/Chula Vista School District
10.2002 - 06.2007
- Managed acquisition process for new materials, ensuring library''s collection remained current and relevant.
- Worked with students one on one every day for projects that required research.
Human Resources Specialist
Honeywell Inc.
03.1993 - 02.1998
- Complex Administrative support for executive staff, and Human Resources.
- Implemented employee "Best in Class" recognition program, fostering positive work environment and increased retention rates..
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Expertise in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Google Software, Apple and several other programs.
Education
BA In Multiple Subjects - Education
National University
SD, CA01.2007
AA in Liberal Studies - Education Administration
Southwestern College
Chula Vista, CA01.2004
Skills
- College Admission & Career Advising
- Interpersonal Communication
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Student Advocacy
- Academic Advising
- Higher Education Policy
Timeline
Certificated Substitute Teacher K-12
Valley Center-Pauma Unified School District
10.2021 - Current
Teacher
All Tribes Charter School 3rd -6th
10.2017 - 10.2021
College Admissions Manager
Ashford University/Bridgepoint Education
12.2008 - 07.2012
Librarian/Instructional Aide
Liberty Elementary/Chula Vista School District
10.2002 - 06.2007
Human Resources Specialist
Honeywell Inc.
03.1993 - 02.1998
BA In Multiple Subjects - Education
National University
AA in Liberal Studies - Education Administration
Southwestern College
Awards
- Graduated from Discovering the Leader in You in 2010
- Completed Ashford University Mentor Leadership Program in 2009
- Best in Class Corporate Team/Division Award
- Certificates in Excel, Word and Powerpoint
- Can work with both a Windows or Apple environment
Awards
- Graduated from Discovering the Leader in You in 2010
- Completed Ashford University Mentor Leadership Program in 2009
- Best in Class Corporate Team/Division Award
- Certificates in Excel, Word and Powerpoint
- Can work with both a Windows or Apple environment
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