Jeniffer Sanabria
Orlando,USA
Summary
Higher education professional equipped with extensive experience in academic administration and faculty management. Proven ability to drive program development and enhance academic standards. Known for collaborative leadership and adaptability in dynamic educational environments, leveraging strategic planning and curriculum design.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean of Academic Affairs for Distance Education
NUC University -Florida Technical College
01.2023 - 11.2024
- Responsible to provide the leadership necessary to fulfill the mission, objectives, plans and goals of the college/school in all education and training areas by planning, organizing, directing, staffing, training, coordinating, motivating, supervising and evaluating all facets of the school’s Education Department
- Work directly with the Vice President Academic Affairs of NUC FTC in the leadership, direction, management and supervision of all academic matters pertaining to the online management of the Region
- Provide leadership to the online faculty, institutional and regional academic leadership encouraging teaching excellence; assure proper assessment of student learning and compliance with internal and external regulatory matters
- Evaluated faculty performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Streamlined administrative processes within the academic affairs department for increased efficiency.
- Managed accreditation processes, maintaining full compliance with all regulatory requirements and standards.
- Enhanced academic programs by conducting thorough curriculum reviews and implementing necessary changes.
- Maintained open lines of communication between administration, faculty, staff, and students to address concerns proactively.
- Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement by regularly assessing program outcomes and making necessary adjustments.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to continuously optimize academic programs'' effectiveness.
- Balanced competing priorities effectively by delegating tasks appropriately among department members.
- Increased faculty satisfaction through regular communication, support, and professional development opportunities.
- Conducted pre- and post-observation conferences with teachers to review evaluations and observations.
- Provided instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals.
- Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities.
- Cultivated engaged student population with successful orientation programs.
- Assisted in development and implementation of faculty development plans.
Regional Program Coordinator
NUC University-Florida Technical College
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Provide faculty with the necessary support and evaluate the data to ensure consistent student attendance and retention
- Enhanced regional program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
- Facilitated regular team meetings, fostering open communication and collaborative problemsolving.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Provided active support to the college administration and online management team (Program Director or Dean of Academic Affairs) to help achieve the goals and objectives of the campus and the college
- Assisted Academic Department with Faculty Development and Support: New Faculty Orientation, Training Sessions, classroom observations and monthly instructor class assignments
Career Services Consultant (Tier 1 Certified)
CareerSource Central Florida
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked as part of the NEG/COVID-19 team to provide WIOA services to Central Florida job seekers who had their employment status affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic
- Assisted job seekers and employers by providing superior customer service, career and employment services including but not limited to: job search assistance, job referrals, job placements, resume prep, employability skills workshops, skills and educational assessments, case management, job training assistance, recruiting events, outplacement services
- Established and maintained relationships with customers in order to deliver holistic case management that includes developing career pathways that reach objectives in the most efficient and timely manner
- Established and maintained collaborative relationships with business services team and is aware of full range of regional industries in order to integrate business needs into career services
- Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
- Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
- Responsible for timely, complete, and accurate data entry in data collection systems
English Instructor
Ana G. Mendez University
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Facilitated English courses to undergraduate and graduate students in blended and online modalities using Blackboard LMS
- Cultivated a positive learning environment by fostering open communication, mutual respect, and active listening skills among students.
- Adapted lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles and abilities within the classroom setting for optimal comprehension of material covered.
- Promoted skill development in reading, writing, speaking, and listening through various instructional methods tailored to individual needs.
- Enhanced overall student success with personalized feedback, constructive criticism, and one-on-one tutoring sessions.
- Advised students and provided guidance on academic progress.
- Developed online resources to supplement traditional course materials.
- Developed and implemented course materials, lecture notes and assignments.
- Provided grades and progress reports to evaluate student learning needs.
- Engaged in departmental committees to develop and review policies.
English Tutor
Cambridge College of Healthcare and Technology
05.2020 - 03.2021
- Tutored students in areas of English communication, comprehension, and critical thinking
- Enhanced students'' reading and writing skills by implementing interactive and engaging lesson plans.
- Taught students study techniques and strategies for succeeding on grammar and composition tests.
- Established rapport with students, fostering open communication and creating a supportive learning atmosphere.
Dean of Academic Affairs
Florida Technical College
07.2017 - 06.2018
- Led the Academic Department to fulfill the mission, objectives, plans, and goals of the college and all education and training areas by planning, organizing, directing, staffing, coordinating, motivating, supervising, and evaluating all facets of the school’s education department
- Increased cohort retention metrics from 68% to 75% in a year
- Built strong relationship among departments to create a positive student experience
- Successfully executed academic program course sequence to maximize student-teacher ratio
- Coordinated the academic processes along with the Vice President of Academic and ensured compliance with the necessary documentation and accreditation process
Associate Dean
Florida Technical College
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Assisted in the leadership necessary to fulfill the mission, objectives, plans, and goals of the college and all education and training areas by planning, organizing, directing, staffing, coordinating, motivating, supervising, and evaluating all facets of the school’s education department
- Mentored Academic Deans from other campuses
- Coordinated professional development opportunities for faculty to enhance their pedagogical expertise and stay current on emerging trends in higher education.
- Oversaw accreditation reviews that ensured compliance with industry standards while identifying areas for continuous improvement efforts.
- Served on various university committees as a representative of the department''s interests and strategic objectives.
Online Instructor
Florida Technical College
11.2013 - 07.2017
- Create and deliver online courses in the areas of English and Communication
- Courses taught include English Composition, Communication Fundamentals, Research and Writing, Poetry, Creative Writing, Public Speaking, and Professional Writing
- Graded as an “A-Instructor” by my supervisors and students
- Co-created the Online Training for Instructors
- Created lecture videos on APA formatting to be used in all online courses
- Co-created rubrics to assess students’ subjective works
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to improve their performance throughout the course.
- Adapted teaching methods for different learning styles, ensuring success for all students enrolled in the course.
Academic Chair—General Education
Florida Technical College
01.2013 - 10.2016
- Designed instructional programs for assigned courses
- Perused lesson plans, student grades, and other documents to ensure compliance
- Evaluated faculty during classroom observations
- Monitored retention and student attendance
- Worked with instructors from other FTC’s campuses on textbook recommendations and changes in curriculum
- Designed and worked with compliance related documentation, following ACICS and ABHES policies
- Assisted Academic Dean with faculty and academic leadership team training, faculty file completion and maintenance, identification of at-risk students, class scheduling, and report drafting, among others
- Worked with the admissions and financial aid departments by conducting unofficial transfer credits and completing official transcript evaluation for potential students
- Assisted Executive Director to co-run Academics Department with fellow Academic Chair during hiring process of new Campus Academic Dean
- Conducted Campus Vue training for academic Lead Instructors
- Appointed to work with VP of Academics on special projects that include monitoring, coaching, and preparation of FTC campuses for accrediting agencies visits
English Lead Instructor
Florida Technical College
02.2012 - 01.2013
- Designed instructional programs for assigned courses
- Submitted lesson plans, student grades, and other documents in a timely manner
- Developed and produce instructional materials; Evaluate student mastery of learning objectives
- Monitored retention and student attendance
- Worked with instructors from other FTC’s campuses on textbook recommendations
- Designed and worked with compliance related documentation, following ACICS policies
Education
Master of Arts - English Education
University of Puerto Rico (UPR)
Mayagüez, PR01.2010
Bachelor of Arts - English, Literature
University of Puerto Rico (UPR)
Mayagüez, PR01.2006
Skills
- Teaching excellence
- Academic leadership
- Accreditation compliance
- Collaborative decision-making
- Educational technology
- Faculty development
- Distance learning
- Assessment design
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Student retention
- Staff development
- Performance assessment
- Accreditation standards
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Educational leadership
- Adaptability
- Performance evaluation
Courses Taught
- Academic Writing for Graduate Students
- Communication Fundamentals
- Creative Writing
- English Composition
- English as a Second Language (all levels)
- English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
- Intermediate English
- Poetry
- Professional Writing
- Public Speaking
- Research and Writing
- Success Strategies
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dean of Academic Affairs for Distance Education
NUC University -Florida Technical College
01.2023 - 11.2024
Regional Program Coordinator
NUC University-Florida Technical College
05.2022 - 01.2023
Career Services Consultant (Tier 1 Certified)
CareerSource Central Florida
04.2021 - 05.2022
English Tutor
Cambridge College of Healthcare and Technology
05.2020 - 03.2021
English Instructor
Ana G. Mendez University
08.2018 - 05.2022
Dean of Academic Affairs
Florida Technical College
07.2017 - 06.2018
Associate Dean
Florida Technical College
10.2016 - 07.2017
Online Instructor
Florida Technical College
11.2013 - 07.2017
Academic Chair—General Education
Florida Technical College
01.2013 - 10.2016
English Lead Instructor
Florida Technical College
02.2012 - 01.2013
Master of Arts - English Education
University of Puerto Rico (UPR)
Bachelor of Arts - English, Literature
University of Puerto Rico (UPR)
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