Open To Work
Claire Antila
Carrollton,TX
Summary
Student-centered academic leader skilled in mentoring faculty, strengthening program quality, and fostering inclusive, high-performing learning environments that support retention, engagement, and career readiness.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Dean, Academics
West Coast University
Richardson, USA
10.2023 - 03.2026
- Provided strategic leadership for General Education programs, driving student success and achieving over 80% first-year retention.
- Mentored and supervised 10-14 faculty in recruitment, onboarding, professional development, and performance evaluation to enhance instructional quality.
- Partnered with Student Affairs to boost student persistence through proactive engagement, academic coaching, and success planning.
- Taught Foundations of Higher Education to support first-term student transition and engagement.
- Ensured compliance with accreditation standards and State/Federal regulations through continuous program assessment and improvement initiatives.
Bursar
West Coast University
Richardson, USA
11.2019 - 10.2023
- Managed student accounts and payment plans, ensuring timely collections on $500K+ monthly transactions.
- Reduced delinquent accounts by implementing strategic communication and proactive student outreach initiatives.
- Processed institutional invoices and oversaw company credit card transactions, maintaining financial accuracy.
- Collaborated with leadership to identify and support at-risk students, improving retention outcomes.
Financial Aid Officer
West Coast University
Richardson, USA
09.2018 - 11.2019
- Managed financial aid packages ensuring compliance with federal regulations and maximizing student access to resources.
- Guided students in FAFSA completion and documentation submission to secure financial assistance.
- Counseled students on financial literacy and funding options, enhancing their understanding of financial resources available.
Assessment Specialist
Greenville University
Greenville, USA
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Led alignment of institutional, program, and course-level outcomes.
- Managed course evaluation systems while training faculty on effective assessment practices.
- Supported strategic planning by integrating data and delivering comprehensive reports.
- Analyzed institutional and national survey data to identify key trends, guiding informed decision-making.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Greenville University
Greenville, IL05-2017
Skills
- Academic Leadership
- Faculty Development
- Program Assessment
- Accreditation Compliance
- Student Retention & Engagement
- Data Analysis
- Power BI
- Microsoft Office Suite
- D2L
- Anthology
- Basware
- Program Coordination
Volunteer Experience
Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), Dallas, TX, 04/2021 - 06/2023
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteSalary Range
$70000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Associate Dean, Academics
West Coast University
10.2023 - 03.2026
Bursar
West Coast University
11.2019 - 10.2023
Financial Aid Officer
West Coast University
09.2018 - 11.2019
Assessment Specialist
Greenville University
08.2017 - 06.2018
Master of Business Administration -
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Greenville University