Jalen Wesson
Dublin,OH
Summary
Adjunct professor and curriculum developer with experience teaching Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) seminars at the collegiate level. Skilled in online instruction, course design, and student engagement. Committed to fostering academic growth through practical, real-world learning.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Athletic Director
KIPP Columbus High School
Columbus, OH
07.2024 - Current
- Lead all athletic programming, staff hiring, scheduling, and compliance oversight.
- Manage academic eligibility processes and implement GPA improvement policies.
- Communicate regularly with faculty, staff, parents, and students through digital platforms.
- Lead booster club restructuring and fundraising coordination aligned with school values.
Senior Academic Counselor, Student-Athlete Support Services
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
05.2022 - 07.2024
- Advised multiple athletic teams, developing academic success plans and supporting degree completion.
- Delivered one-on-one and group advising, emphasizing student development, retention, and eligibility.
- Coordinated with faculty to address academic challenges and supported online course success.
- Supported NIL education integration with advising to promote holistic student growth.
Compliance Coordinator, Athletics Department
Iowa State University
Ames, IA
05.2020 - 05.2022
- Oversaw Bylaws 12 & 14 compliance with focus on transfer eligibility and academic certifications.
- Served as a liaison between academic advisors and compliance officers to ensure seamless online and in-person eligibility tracking.
- Developed digital materials and eligibility tools used across advising sessions.
Core Processor
NCAA Eligibility Center
Indianapolis, IN
01.2019 - 04.2020
- Reviewed academic transcripts and amateurism credentials for prospective student-athletes.
- Supported academic compliance via digital communications with universities and high schools.
Intern
Indiana Pacers – Community Relations
Indianapolis, IN
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Coordinated youth engagement events and educational programming.
- Assisted with communications and logistics for school-based initiatives.
NCAA Division I/II Student-Athlete
Monmouth University / Trevecca Nazarene University
01.2012 - 12.2016
- Competed in men’s basketball while maintaining academic performance.
- Developed leadership and communication skills critical to team success and time management.
Education
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Higher Education Administration: Educational Leadership
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA10.2026
Master of Science - Sport Administration
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN05.2016
Skills
- Canvas
- Blackboard
- Zoom
- Microsoft Teams
- NIL education
- Academic support programming
- Virtual collaboration
- Remote advising
- Student engagement
- NCAA Bylaws 12–16
- LSDBi
- Student-athlete support
- Microsoft Office
- JumpForward
- Smart Sheets
- Program oversight
- Staff supervision
- Cross-functional planning
Teaching And Curriculum Development
Name, Image, and Likeness Curriculum Developer & Instructor, Iowa State University, Ames, IA, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, 2020–2024, Designed and taught NIL curriculum and seminars for student-athletes, covering personal branding, NCAA policy, intellectual property, and social media strategy., Delivered in-person and virtual workshops, facilitating discussions and assessments to track learning outcomes., Collaborated with compliance, academic services, and external partners to ensure content accuracy and real-world relevance., Received positive feedback from students and administration for engaging teaching style and practical application.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Athletic Director
KIPP Columbus High School
07.2024 - Current
Senior Academic Counselor, Student-Athlete Support Services
The Ohio State University
05.2022 - 07.2024
Compliance Coordinator, Athletics Department
Iowa State University
05.2020 - 05.2022
Core Processor
NCAA Eligibility Center
01.2019 - 04.2020
Intern
Indiana Pacers – Community Relations
08.2016 - 06.2017
NCAA Division I/II Student-Athlete
Monmouth University / Trevecca Nazarene University
01.2012 - 12.2016
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Higher Education Administration: Educational Leadership
Liberty University
Master of Science - Sport Administration
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management
Trevecca Nazarene University
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