Larrell Lewis
Scotland Neck,NC
Summary
Administrative professional with proven ability to streamline office functions and support executive teams. Proficient in managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling correspondence. Dependable team player with focus on achieving results and adapting to changing needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Coordinator
Halifax Community College
11.2024 - Current
- Answered phone calls and responded to inquiries from customers, vendors and other external contacts.
- Facilitated smooth day-to-day operations by anticipating needs, proactively addressing potential issues, and efficiently resolving problems as they arose.
- Maintained a well-organized filing system to ensure easy access to important records and documents.
- Managed and maintained electronic and paper-based filing systems to keep essential documents and information easily accessible and organized.
- Greeted visitors with professionalism and enthusiasm to provide support and direct guests to appropriate department.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by proactively addressing employee concerns and fostering open channels of communication among colleagues.
- Manage a staff of 3 people plus myself plus responding to emails daily across campus plus assisting with 9 current student interns
Financial Aid Specialist
Halifax Community College
10.2023 - 11.2024
- Cultivated positive relationships with external funding agencies and community partners to secure additional resources for student support programs.
- Maintained accurate records of financial aid data through diligent documentation and regular database updates.
- Supported retention efforts by identifying at-risk students who may benefit from additional financial assistance or resources.
- Improved student satisfaction with financial aid services by promptly addressing concerns and offering personalized assistance.
- Facilitated timely disbursement of funds to eligible students by closely monitoring award status, compliance, and enrollment changes.
- Evaluated student appeals for reconsideration of their financial aid eligibility based on extenuating circumstances or special conditions.
- Streamlined communication channels between students, parents, and the financial aid office to ensure timely resolution of inquiries.
- Counseled students and parents about financial aid options and program details.
- Helped students and parents apply for financial aid on a daily basis while making the process easier for them to understand
Learning Coach
Halifax Community College
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Helped students prepare for tests and exams by providing guidance, motivation, and encouragement.
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities.
- Supported student learning needs and provided individualized guidance to promote academic goal-achievement.
- Monitored progress of students and adjusted instructional strategies to meet specific needs more efficiently.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff members to evaluate program success and alignment with student needs.
- Used a daily tracker and programs like Watermark (Aviso) which kept me updated on how students were progressing throughout the school year
- Collaborated with members of staff in order to help meet student needs whether educational, personal or financial by giving them an opportunity to intern on campus
Academic Enrichment Coach
Halifax Community College
10.2019 - 10.2021
- Developed individualized lesson plans and modified existing academic curricula to meet special learning needs.
- Provided one-on-one help for students struggling with learning concepts.
- Made copies and prepared materials for lessons and special activities.
- Taught students by selecting, developing, adapting and implementing appropriate instructional methods and techniques.
- Supported students in identifying, setting and achieving personal goals.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share ideas and resources to enhance student experience and success.
- Assisted students in developing self-advocacy and support skills.
Volunteer
Scotland Neck Memorial Library
05.2018 - 08.2018
- I did volunteer work at the local town library
- This required me to learn organizational skills and the Dewey Decimal system
- I also was a mentor and tutor to younger students in various programs throughout the summer
- This required discipline and patience on my behalf.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Political Science And Government
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NCBachelor’s Degree - Political Science
North Carolina Wesleyan College
Rocky Mount, NC05.2019
Associates - Arts
Halifax Community College
Weldon, NC12.2017
Skills
- Student Records Management
- Microsoft Word & Microsoft PPT
- Classroom Instruction
- In-Class or At-Home Support
- Group Dynamics
- Tutoring and Student Assistance
- Video Conferencing
- Maintain Records
- Social Studies
- Confidence Building
- Study Support Materials
- Team collaboration
- Office administration
- Time management
- Meeting planning
Timeline
Administrative Coordinator
Halifax Community College
11.2024 - Current
Financial Aid Specialist
Halifax Community College
10.2023 - 11.2024
Learning Coach
Halifax Community College
10.2021 - 10.2023
Academic Enrichment Coach
Halifax Community College
10.2019 - 10.2021
Volunteer
Scotland Neck Memorial Library
05.2018 - 08.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Political Science And Government
North Carolina Central University
Bachelor’s Degree - Political Science
North Carolina Wesleyan College
Associates - Arts
Halifax Community College
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