Jessica Thursland
Long Beach,New York
Summary
Community Coordinator with an impressive track record of over 3 years, recognized for exceptional skills in supervising resident assistants, managing student concerns, and orchestrating community-building programs. Holds a distinctive history of pioneering an inclusive movement as the first gender-inclusive resident assistant at Marist College. Proficient in personal development strategies and behavior management, creating a secure and inclusive living environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Engagement Coordinator
Manhattanville College
12.2023 - Current
- Supervise a staff of eight student workers by facilitating staff meetings, organizing an online platform for program proposals and evaluations, and meeting individually to support professional development.
- Provide guidance and support to student residents in navigating support services and resources available on campus.
- Conduct regular assessments and evaluations of residential programming to measure the effectiveness and impact on student engagement and success.
Assistant Resident Director
Marist College
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Supervised a staff of seven resident assistants while overseeing maintenance requests and student concerns throughout two campus buildings, totaling 450 resident students.
- Organized and facilitated educational workshops and programs for resident students on topics such as time management, study skills, and stress management.
- Conducted regular evaluations of resident assistants' performance and provide constructive feedback for their professional development.
Gender Inclusive Resident Assistant
Marist College
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance skills and stay current with best practices in higher education and student affairs.
- Fostered a safe and inclusive learning-living community through programs on diversity, chemical abuse, personal development, relationships, and academic performance.
- Conducted regular room inspections to ensure adherence to residence hall policies, maintaining a clean and organized living environment.
- Advised student groups on event planning, budgeting, risk management, resulting in successful programming experiences.
Liberty Partnership Mentor
Marist College LPP
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Provided guidance and support to high school students in developing effective study habits and time management skills to improve academic performance.
- Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring and mentoring sessions to high school students to support their academic and personal growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Education
Marist College
Poughkeepsie, NY01.2023
Skills
- Team Supervision
- Student Engagement
- Crisis Management
- Academic Support
- Documentation skills
- Policy Enforcement
- Progress Documentation
- Role Modeling
- Student resource promotion
- Staff Training
Hobbies
Fiber arts, fine arts, literature, writing, languages, outdoor recreation
Timeline
Community Engagement Coordinator
Manhattanville College
12.2023 - Current
Assistant Resident Director
Marist College
08.2022 - 01.2023
Gender Inclusive Resident Assistant
Marist College
08.2020 - 08.2022
Liberty Partnership Mentor
Marist College LPP
08.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Education
Marist College
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