Enaysha Thompson
Senior Academic Advisor
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Well-regarded Academic Student Advisor with expertise in student development, counseling and public relations. Communicative and reliable professional possessing outstanding organizational and communication abilities paired with in-depth understanding of institutional policies and resources. Offering comprehensive, hands-on experience assisting students in achieving educational targets and choosing right courses and majors.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Advisor, Sr. Publicist
Thompson & Associates PR Agency
McDonough, GA
07.2014 - Current
- Strong instructional leader with significant client/student advisory experience, based on a solid foundation in best practices for collegiate excellence.
- Client advisor/publicist who excels in establishing and cultivating positive and productive relationships with all communal constituencies including students, parents, administrators, and the community.
- Skilled practitioner who continues to expand knowledge of current best practices through professional development and a network of diverse colleagues.
- Self-starter with excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proven team player with an ability to work with people at all levels of a corporation.
Substitute Teacher, Literacy Tutor
Independent Contractor
Rex, GA
09.2005 - 03.2022
- Adapted instructional approach and classroom management techniques to meet the needs of a diverse learner population to effectively implement instruction as outlined by faculty and school administrators.
- Enhance student engagement for learning through collaborative classroom environments.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of literacy improvement action and communicated results to teachers and administrators.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
Student Advisor
University Of Pacific
Stockton, CA
05.2003 - 05.2005
- Created a supportive environment for all students that encouraged meaningful interaction and active engagement in learning.
- Acted as a liaison to specific departments, assisting with coordinating initiatives that support academic advising and student success.
- Attained acute knowledge of academic institution to educate students on policies and procedures.
- Informed students of course requirements for major and assisted them in establishing schedules to fulfill those requirements.
- Delivered student workshops on various departmental and academic topics that support their success as students and young professionals.
Student Advisor
San Joaquin Delta College
Stockton, CA
01.2001 - 05.2003
- Review students’ grades and ACT/SAT scores and create a list of schools that will accept them based on academic achievement and academic programs.
- Aided students in selected majors and meeting minimum requirements.
- Coordinate college-preparatory programs to equip students for college.
- Collaborated with new academic advisors to assist them in transitioning seamlessly into their new roles.
- Assisted students in developing essays for college admissions.
Education
Master of Arts - Human Services Counseling, Executive Leadership
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA 05.2011 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA 09.2009 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
University of Pacific
Stockton, CA 01.2003 - 05.2005
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
San Joaquin Delta College
Stockton, CA 01.2001 - 05.2003
Skills
Career planning
Presentations and public speaking
Strategic planning
Group facilitation
Compliance requirements
Relationship building and management
Business Development
Client advisory
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with a team of 4 in the development of ELEV8 Magazine, the first independent magazine to represent the Stellar Awards as its official publication.
- Collaborated with a team of 3 in the development of RYZE Magazine, the first Christian Hip-Hop publication to establish a partnership with The Basketball League, to garner two Grammy Award nomination considerations with independent artistry.
Timeline
Advisor, Sr. Publicist
Thompson & Associates PR Agency
07.2014 - Current
Master of Arts - Human Services Counseling, Executive Leadership
Liberty University
05.2011 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Education
Liberty University
09.2009 - 05.2014
Substitute Teacher, Literacy Tutor
Independent Contractor
09.2005 - 03.2022
Student Advisor
University Of Pacific
05.2003 - 05.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
University of Pacific
01.2003 - 05.2005
Student Advisor
San Joaquin Delta College
01.2001 - 05.2003
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
San Joaquin Delta College
01.2001 - 05.2003