Brenda Cash
Valley Center-Pauma Unified School District
Valley Center,CA
31
years of professional experience
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.
Work History
Certificated Substitute Teacher K-12
5 Years- 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
4 Years- 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
3 Years 7 Months- 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
4 Years 8 Months- 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
4 Years 11 Months- 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
AA in Liberal Studies - Education Administration
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 - CurrentRead More
Teacher
All Tribes Charter School 3rd -6th
10.2017 - 10.2021Read More
College Admissions Manager
Ashford University/Bridgepoint Education
12.2008 - 07.2012Read More
Librarian/Instructional Aide
Liberty Elementary/Chula Vista School District
10.2002 - 06.2007Read More
Human Resources Specialist
Honeywell Inc.
03.1993 - 02.1998Read More
National University
BA In Multiple Subjects from Education
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Southwestern College
AA in Liberal Studies from Education Administration
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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