Jelicia D. Hunt
Houston,Texas
Summary
Innovative educational professional with expertise in promoting academic, career and social development programs. Possesses excellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills. Trusted advisor goes extra mile to help individuals succeed.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
HISD College and Career Readiness Advisor
Houston ISD
02.2023 - Current
- Supported Senior class of over 800 through college research, application, financial aid and matriculation process
- Exceeded District Benchmarks for financial aid, college applications, and scholarships
- Conducted several advising sessions for 40 Launch Cohort seniors and tracked student data through CoPilot
- Fulfilled Cohort Benchmark goals for Launch Senior advising sessions
- Provided support and guidance to students experiencing academic and personal troubles.
College Recruitment Advisor
Advise TX
11.2020 - 06.2022
- Supported Senior class over 700 through college research, application, financial aid and matriculation process
- Met District Benchmarks for financial aid, college applications, and scholarships
- Fulfilled Benchmark goals for Senior advising sessions
- Provided timely reports to district for State Reporting
- Advised students individually and in groups on academic programs for study
- Investigated complaints and worked with students, parents and teachers on finding positive resolutions.
Sales Associate
Torrid LLC
11.2017 - 06.2020
- Provided customer service, financial auditing, and sales
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high stress situations.
Intern
Single Moms4Change
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Prepared resources to single mothers and their children
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Interacted with clients by phone, email, or in-person to provide information
Intern
Elder-Aid
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Supplied Geriatric resources, case management, and customer service to over 10 clients a day
- Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes
- Performed home assistance with cleaning and support for Bryan-College Station elders
- Maintained accurate records and documentation of projects to inform supervisor of progress and updates.
- Aided in building of shed for an elder's new home
Camp Counselor
Salvation Army
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Led 20+ groups of children safely through variety of camp activities
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Documented activities, injuries and accidents to inform parents and maintain consistent records.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
05.2020
While at Texas A&M University, I studied the scientific study of human behavior. Sociology aided in my focus on methods of improvement through legislative, executive, and judicial change. With my education, I hope to incite societal and educational improvements.
- Dean's List Fall 2018
- Regents' Scholarship Recipient
- Extracurricular Activities: Conrad O. Johnson Regional Youth Orchestra (Flute player/Assistant Band Leader)
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- College Admissions Assistance
- Financial Aid Literacy
- Resource Identification
- Scholarships and Grants Exploration
- Higher Education Practices Knowledge
Timeline
HISD College and Career Readiness Advisor - Houston ISD
02.2023 - Current
College Recruitment Advisor - Advise TX
11.2020 - 06.2022
Intern - Single Moms4Change
08.2019 - 11.2019
Intern - Elder-Aid
05.2019 - 08.2019
Camp Counselor - Salvation Army
05.2018 - 07.2018
Sales Associate - Torrid LLC
11.2017 - 06.2020
Texas A&M University - Bachelor of Science, Sociology