BRIANA L. THOMAS
Shaker Heights,OH
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven professional with extensive experience in community outreach, recruitment, and enrollment within educational settings. Proven ability to develop and implement strategic plans, build strong relationships with stakeholders, and manage projects effectively. Adept at using communication tools and organizing events to support program goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Coordinator
Open Doors Academy
01.2023 - Current
- Supporting Cleveland Metropolitan School District students and other school districts, who enroll in afterschool program at varieties of different schools
- Supporting elementary, middle, and high school students with social emotional growth by delivering lessons and activities
- Recruited students based on grant guidelines, coordinating family engagement events, which increased enrollment in having over 35 scholars for the site programing year
- Managed all administrative tasks and utilized resources to support students' academic and personal goals.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Coordinator
High Tech Academy, Cuyahoga Community College
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Support Cleveland Metropolitan School District students, enrolled in College Credit Plus (CCP) at Cuyahoga Community College by creating and monitoring program processes.
- Coordinated and planned student registration events, promoting program enrollment goals
- Created and Managed office administrative tasks, fostering a culture of academic success.
- Used platforms such as, banner Microsoft office to create communication tracking processes, which led to increase student program engagement
Assistant Pre-K Teacher
Step Forward, Louis Stokes Head Start
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Assisted lead teacher in classroom supervision, and th planning and implementation of daily lesson plans, ensuring alignment with state standards and curriculum objectives.
- Completed compliance paperwork efficiently and effectively, resulting in faster turnaround times.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
College Advisor/Coordinator
College Now Greater Cleveland – Warrensville Heights High
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Collaborated with students on post-secondary college plans which resulted in students being right fitted in programs that met their individual goals and objectives
- Provided detailed information to students and families about the collegiate experience
- Managed a caseload of over 700 students which included follow ups and providing detailed notes into the school's database.
- Advised students individually and in groups on academic programs for individual interests.
- Mentored at-risk students in developing effective study habits, time management skills, and stress reduction techniques, resulting in improved academic performance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Kent State University
Kent, OH08.2024
Associate of Arts -
Cuyahoga Community College, Metropolitan Campus
Cleveland, OH08.2016
Skills
Skills
- Community Outreach
- Recruitment and Enrollment
- Strategic Planning and Implementation
- Relationship Building
- Project Management and Tracking
- Event Planning and Execution
- Efficient in CRM Platforms (College Path Database, Naviance, Banner (Tri-c), Blackboard, My Tri-c Space)
- Efficient in Microsoft, Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Coordinator
Open Doors Academy
01.2023 - Current
Coordinator
High Tech Academy, Cuyahoga Community College
01.2021 - 01.2023
Assistant Pre-K Teacher
Step Forward, Louis Stokes Head Start
01.2019 - 01.2021
College Advisor/Coordinator
College Now Greater Cleveland – Warrensville Heights High
01.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Kent State University
Associate of Arts -
Cuyahoga Community College, Metropolitan Campus
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