James Martinez
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Experienced academic adviser with a Bachelor's Degree in General Studies, skilled in holistic case management, student ability evaluation, and course counseling. Proficient in guiding students through comprehensive educational planning, ensuring alignment with both academic and personal goals. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with a strong background in utilizing critical thinking, Microsoft Suite, and campus resources to foster student success. Proven ability to monitor academic progress, maintain FERPA compliance, and offer tailored support to diverse student populations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Academic Adviser
St. Philip's College
04.2023 - Current
- Provide holistic advising by communicating college policies and assisting students in aligning course selection with both their educational and personal goals.
- Guide students in developing comprehensive educational plans using Alamo GPS, ensuring a balance between academic, career, and personal growth.
- Foster active student involvement in decision-making processes, offering personalized checklists and resources to support overall well-being and success.
- Monitor academic progress while offering tailored guidance, maintaining confidentiality, and connecting students to campus resources as needed.
Student Success Specialist
St. Philip's College
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Provided administrative support to students throughout connection, entry, and completion processes in collaboration with staff and faculty.
- Educated students on the benefits of the Ready to Work Program and conducted school tours for prospective parents.
- Scheduled and documented school tours through the college's website.
- Responded to student queries and triaged enrollment needs via the call center and in-person interactions.
Peer Mentor
St. Philip's College
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Managed a caseload of 80 students, providing guidance on professional development and educational planning.
- Scheduled advising appointments and created individualized student planners.
- Registered students for courses and referred them to degree programs based on assessments and interests.
- Directed students to campus resources and assisted with student engagement events.
Education
Bachelor's of General Studies - Sociology/Education/Kinesiology
Texas A&M San Antonio
San Antonio, TX12.2022
Skills
Excellent oral and written communication
Student Development
Strategic Decision-Making
Knowledge of academic policies
Bilingual/Multicultural Advising
Chat GPT Prompt Creator
Interpersonal Communication
Timeline
Certified Academic Adviser
St. Philip's College
04.2023 - Current
Student Success Specialist
St. Philip's College
08.2021 - 04.2023
Peer Mentor
St. Philip's College
08.2019 - 05.2020
Bachelor's of General Studies - Sociology/Education/Kinesiology
Texas A&M San Antonio
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