Daniel Prior
New York,NY
Summary
Compassionate College Counselor and Academic Advisor with background in guiding students towards educational success and personal growth. Experience as Dean of Students includes counseling for college admissions, career planning, financial aid/admissions applications, and academic support. Additionally 20 years of high school classroom experience strengthened relationships with students. Strengths encompass strong interpersonal skills, ability to build rapport with diverse student populations and comprehensive understanding of higher education processes. Previous work has made significant impact on student retention rates and post-graduation placements.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Advisor
School of Visual Arts
New York, USA
11.2018 - 07.2025
- Academic Advisor and counselor for the students in the Design and Advertising degree program.
- Presented students with information and resources to promote academic progress and empowered students to take responsibility for academic success.
- Monitored student progress and provided ongoing support services.
- Developed personalized academic plans based on student goals.
Dean of Students
Modern English School
Cairo, Egypt
09.2009 - 06.2018
- Responsible for student discipline, academic advising, university guidance/college counseling, AP Coordination, ACT/SAT preparation and coordination, and preparing for accreditation visits.
- Coordinated college/university international fairs and visits with other international schools.
- Facilitated workshops on leadership, resilience, and life skills for student development.
- Engaged with parents and guardians to strengthen school-community relationships.
- Upheld commitment to educational excellence by promoting and establishing atmosphere of mutual respect and trust between students, faculty and parents.
Choral Director/Production Music Director
Modern English School
Cairo, Egypt
09.2008 - 06.2018
- Directed the high school choir and coached/conducted casts of the school's musical productions.
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate music into broader curriculum initiatives.
- Coordinated rehearsals, ensuring effective use of time and resources each session.
- Promoted appreciation for music, stressing value of individual and team effort in reaching common goals.
Choral Director - Middle and High School
St. Martin High School
Ocean Springs, Mississippi
11.2001 - 06.2007
- Directed and choreographed the choirs and show choir.
- Superior-rated choirs in regional and state contests.
- Conducted weekly choral rehearsals for diverse student vocal groups.
- Developed annual performance schedules and coordinated concert logistics.
- Promoted appreciation for music, stressing value of individual and team effort in reaching common goals.
Education
GRADUATE STUDIES - HIGHER EDUCATION AND COUNSELING
OHIO UNIVERSITY
06-2000
BACHELOR OF MUSIC - EDUCATION: CHORAL EMPHASIS, Piano Major, Voice Minor
OHIO UNIVERSITY
06-1996
Skills
- Interpersonal communication
- Higher education policies and practices
- Quick learner of formats and databases
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Independence and time management
- Google Suite proficiency
Affiliations
- Active Music Director and Accompanist
- Member of the New York City Gay Men's Chorus
Timeline
Academic Advisor
School of Visual Arts
11.2018 - 07.2025
Dean of Students
Modern English School
09.2009 - 06.2018
Choral Director/Production Music Director
Modern English School
09.2008 - 06.2018
Choral Director - Middle and High School
St. Martin High School
11.2001 - 06.2007
GRADUATE STUDIES - HIGHER EDUCATION AND COUNSELING
OHIO UNIVERSITY
BACHELOR OF MUSIC - EDUCATION: CHORAL EMPHASIS, Piano Major, Voice Minor
OHIO UNIVERSITY
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