Duane K. Smith
Nashville,TN
Summary
Experience and long-term academic professional, highly resourceful, flexible, innovative, and enthusiastic student-focused specialist with a comprehensive blend of research-based, hands-on and academic counseling experience looking to secure an administration leadership opportunity within academia. A quick learner who can absorb new ideas and is proficient in coordinating, planning, organizing and leading change in a wide range of operations activities.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
AESP Counselor/ Disability Student Service Support Advisor
Fisk University
, TN
08.2024 - Current
- Register all ADA Accommodation Students for Courses, Advising and Academic Planning
- Write all excused absences for all Students and proctor ADA Student examinations (When Needed)
- Advocate for all ADA students at Fisk University
- Coordinate with Activity Coordinators time and place of activities, events and trips.
- Attend activities of on behalf of the program
- Oversee all Service Animals and ADA room applications
Academic Advisor/ TRIO Program (Upward Bound)
Fisk University
, TN
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Liaison for the Upward Bound program with 4 Local High Schools
- Support Director by getting reports turned in from Activity Coordinator from schools
- Support Director by assisting Activity Coordinator with accuracy of reports of students participating in the program
- Coordinate with Activity Coordinators time and place of activities, events and trips.
- Attend activities of on behalf of the program
- Visit all 4 high schools weekly to oversee activities and events
Project Specialist/ Title III Department
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Liaison for the Department
- Support Director by getting reports turned in from Activity Coordinator
- Support Director by assisting Activity Coordinator with accuracy of reports and inventory
- Coordinate with Activity Coordinators time and place of actives for there area
- Attend activities of Activity Coordinators and make to Director
Program Coordinator/Academic Coach (Education Department)
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Support Students with academic advisement and planning
- Support Students with career planning and preparations
- Provide counseling and mentorship
- Liaison for students to all departments on TSU Campus
Program Specialist III
Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County, Metropolitan Social Services Department
, TN
09.2013 - 02.2019
- Performed regular technical analysis and analytic judgement toward the development and effective execution of a wide range of service programs
- Promoted collaboration of management partners toward crafting solutions to systemic opportunities for improvement
- Defined objectives and established program strategies aligned with the collection and analysis of large-set statistical and field observation data
- Made regular assessments of program management effectiveness to identify opportunities for alternative methodology and/or resources
- Reviewed and provided recommendations for instructional methods, materials, and media
- Developed instructional frameworks and materials for program participants and instructors
- Prepared analytical and interpretative reports for executive leadership
- Developed questionnaires and other instruments to measure program effectiveness
- Performed needs analysis studies to identify specific needs for programs and services
Associate Project Director
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN
10.2002 - 10.2008
- Developed and implemented grant funded program, Strengthening instruction in Tennessee Elementary Schools - Focus on Mathematics (SITES-M) in conjunction with the Educational Testing Service (ETS)
- Competed and secured federal funding for the 'Race to the Top' project
- Successfully designed, planned, and implemented a two-week summer institute for over 200 participants from partner colleges, universities, and K-12 institutions.
- Conducted study of undergraduate mathematics curriculum for elementary and middle school teaching majors
- Analyzed data and made recommendations for curriculum that supported program training objectives
- Appropriate program budget and prepared financial reports for leadership
- Organized and facilitated monthly planning and evaluation meetings with three partner schools
Adjunct Professor
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN
10.2002 - 10.2008
- Instructed a combination of 5 classroom and online psychology courses
- Planned and created lectures, in-class discussions, and assignments
- Analyzed student data, assessed grades, and reported student learning outcomes
- Collaborated with colleagues on course curriculum and instructional design
E-Learning Instructor
Faulkner Community College
Bay Minette, AL
08.2004 - 10.2008
- Instructed course curriculum for 3 classes: Human Growth and Development, General Psychology and Abnormal Psychology
Residence Hall Director
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN
08.1995 - 05.2008
- Provided administrative leadership and strategic direction for collegiate comprehensive student life programs.
- Supervised, trained, evaluated, and recruited residential staff, assistants, and students
- Spearheaded all educational, social, and cultural programs within the housing complex
- Advised and counseled residents with personal, academic, and professional issues while adhering to privacy laws and safety regulations
Case Manager
Mental Health Center, Inc.
Mobile, AL
08.1992 - 07.1995
- Facilitated client access to community resources to include housing, food, vocational opportunities, and relevant mental health services
- Coordinated and monitored programs to include comprehensive tracking of client activities in relation to care networks
- Assisted clients develop goals and treatment plans specific to their area of need
- Participated in the patient treatment plan and case review with patient care providers
Education
Doctor of Education - Administration and Supervision
Tennessee State University
10.2023
Education Specialist - Higher Education Administration and Supervision
Tennessee State University
05.2004
Master of Science - K-12 Guidance and Counseling
Tennessee State University
12.2002
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Science
Mobile College
05.1992
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Budget Administration
- ADA Compliance Training
- Program Development
- Performance and Coaching
- Lecturing
- Student Affairs
- School Administration
- Issue and Complaint Resolution
- Change Management
- Curriculum Development
- Public Speaking
Websites
Timeline
AESP Counselor/ Disability Student Service Support Advisor
Fisk University
08.2024 - Current
Academic Advisor/ TRIO Program (Upward Bound)
Fisk University
09.2023 - 08.2024
Project Specialist/ Title III Department
Tuskegee University
11.2022 - 01.2023
Program Coordinator/Academic Coach (Education Department)
Tennessee State University
03.2020 - 10.2022
Program Specialist III
Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County, Metropolitan Social Services Department
09.2013 - 02.2019
E-Learning Instructor
Faulkner Community College
08.2004 - 10.2008
Associate Project Director
Tennessee State University
10.2002 - 10.2008
Adjunct Professor
Tennessee State University
10.2002 - 10.2008
Residence Hall Director
Tennessee State University
08.1995 - 05.2008
Case Manager
Mental Health Center, Inc.
08.1992 - 07.1995
Doctor of Education - Administration and Supervision
Tennessee State University
Education Specialist - Higher Education Administration and Supervision
Tennessee State University
Master of Science - K-12 Guidance and Counseling
Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Science
Mobile College
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