- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Community Cleanup
- Avid Reader
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
Elizabeth S. Leuma
Zanesville,AS
Summary
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise. Employed and served in the educational arena, ASCC specifically for 35 years and desire to apply professional leadership in a new role to impact development and growth for the betterment of our island community.
Strong advocacy for education in support of future aspirations. Believe learning is an ongoing process, individual efforts are inspired by the countless possibilities, determination and perseverance.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Admissions Officer
American Samoa Community College
01.2013 - Current
Assist with student enrollment services
Administer college Placement Test
Conduct orientation for new students
Provide workshops for work study students and faculty on test requirements
Prepare data reports and responsible for Transfer credit evaluations
TRIO Upward Bound Director
American Samoa Community College
01.2004 - 12.2012
Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, policies and procedures;
Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations;
Enhanced customer satisfaction through the development of service improvement initiatives;
Led cross-functional teams to drive project completion within budget and deadlines;
Coordinated activities with other departments to expedite work and improve collaboration;
TRIO Upward Bound Lead Instructor
American Samoa Community College
01.1994 - 01.2004
Implemented effective teaching strategies to maximize student learning outcomes;
Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement;
Differentiated instruction to provide inclusive learning opportunites catered to varying abilities;
Attended faculty neetings regularly and contributed ideas towards improvement of instruction techniques;
Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension
TRIO Upward Bound Lead Counselor
American Samoa Community College
10.1990 - 01.1994
Provided guidance and support to clients during career transitional and educational decision-making processes;
Maintained client records and documented progress in accordance with professional standard;
Engaged program participants in goal-setting and action planning to promote academic, career, personal growth and positive life changes;
Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement;
Planned and implement counseling sessions and workshops to encourage, motivate program participants in preparation for postsecondary education;
Education
Master of Arts - Education
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA01.2002
Bachelor of Science - Health Science-School and Community
California State University Fresno
Fresno, CA01.1982
Skills
- Effective communication
- Creativity and innovation
- Interviewing techniques
- Compliance monitoring
- Budget administration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Public relations
Membershipaffiliations
- WESTOP Chapter, 2002
- ACCRAO, 2013
Phonenumbers
(684) 699-2722 ext. 2101; 731-8205; 252-8205
Certificationstrainings
- ASCC-YANA, Youth Prevention Training-Communications, Problem-Solving and Crisis Intervention, 09/01/04
- University of Washington, TRIO Training, 11/01/04
- ASCC-YANA, Skills Training in Suicide Prevention & Crisis Line Intervention, 12/01/04
- Certified Student Leader Program – National Conference on Student Leadership, 01/01/08
- TRIO Priority 3 – Assessment of Student Needs: Proven Retention & Graduation Strategies & the Use of Educational Technology to Design and Operate a Model TRIO Project, 02/01/09
- ACCJC, WASC – Accreditation Basics, 12/01/13
- Association for Institutional Research – IPEDS keyholder Essentials, 04/01/20
- American Samoa Community College, UCEDD – Grant Writing Workshop, 02/01/21
Affiliations
- American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admission
- Pacific Association of Collegiate Registrar and Admissions
Interests
Timeline
Admissions Officer
American Samoa Community College
01.2013 - Current
TRIO Upward Bound Director
American Samoa Community College
01.2004 - 12.2012
TRIO Upward Bound Lead Instructor
American Samoa Community College
01.1994 - 01.2004
TRIO Upward Bound Lead Counselor
American Samoa Community College
10.1990 - 01.1994
Master of Arts - Education
San Diego State University
Bachelor of Science - Health Science-School and Community
California State University Fresno
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