Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Committee Work
Accomplishments
Certification
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Laura Behr

Mission Viejo,CA

Summary

Experienced teaching professional with over 20 years in academia, focused on curriculum development and student engagement. Proven ability to foster equity, inclusivity, and creativity in the classroom while enhancing faculty collaboration. With focused strengths a being a resourceful coordinator possessing outstanding prioritization, multitasking and planning abilities to juggle responsibilities. Always striving to be a team-minded coordinator with several years of comprehensive experience performing administrative support duties to help office run smoothly.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Institutional Effectiveness Coordinator

Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, California
03.2025 - Current

Streamlined workflows to enhance operational efficiency across departments.

  • Manage Divisional communication and trainings for seamless program review, pslos, cslos, and program set standards.
  • Coordinate and communicate timelines and supplied resources for various Divisional initiatives.
  • Consulted with Deans to resolve issues related to faculty completion of college processes and assessments.
  • Strategized with Deans and faculty to maintain course integrity and plan to optimize internal processes.
  • Facilitated communication between different departments in order to resolve issues quickly.

Online Coordinator

Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA
07.2024 - Current
  • Chair of the Online Advisory Board and developed a Distance Educational(DE) handbook for campus
  • Managed online content updates and training across multiple platforms to ensure consistency and relevance(Canvas Basics, PTO, PTO adv, CCTLO)
  • Coordinated virtual workshops and spoke at Division meetings to boost Regular and Substantive Interaction (RSI) knowledge and create more of an online presence on campus
  • Trained staff on canvas tools and best practices for effective online teaching
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase student engagement and best practices for teaching online

Dept Chair for Kinesiology

Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA
08.2010 - Current
  • Led curriculum development initiatives for diverse academic programs to enhance educational offerings.
  • Coordinated faculty meetings, ensuring adherence to academic policies and procedures.
  • Advocated for resource allocation to support departmental growth and operational needs.
  • Evaluated faculty performance through classroom observations and structured feedback sessions.
  • Implemented strategic plans that significantly improved student engagement and retention rates.
  • Developed departmental policies and procedures to streamline operations and enhance compliance.
  • Participated in recruitment, hiring, and mentoring faculty members, fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Collaborated on interdisciplinary projects with other departments to broaden academic integration.

Professor of Kinesiology

Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA
08.2005 - Current
  • Developed and implemented course curricula to support diverse student populations.
  • Designed course materials, including syllabi, lectures, readings, assignments, and exams.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on program reviews, CSLOs/PSLOs, and strategic planning.
  • Evaluated student abilities through assessments and personal interviews.
  • Integrated technology into classroom activities to enhance student engagement.
  • Mentored faculty on teaching methodologies and academic best practices.
  • Participated in faculty meetings to discuss curriculum enhancements and institutional objectives.
  • Engaged in scholarly activities at professional conferences to promote academic excellence.

Head Women's Rowing Coach

Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA
08.2005 - Current
  • Communicated with coaches and athletes to discuss tournaments, competitions and other events.
  • Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
  • Managed program budget, checking funds remaining, spending and money raised.
  • Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
  • Monitored student athlete academic performance through grade checking and boosted results with study hall and techniques.
  • Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
  • Adhered strictly to rules and regulations of activities department and district.
  • Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.

Assistant Athletic Director (Dept Chair)

Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA
08.2007 - 05.2025
  • Member of the Athletic Board of Control (ABC), who coordinated athletic schedules to optimize resource allocation and team availability.
  • Managed student-athlete eligibility requirements, ensuring compliance with governing bodies.
  • Implemented policies for athlete conduct, safety, and wellness in the athletic department.
  • Organized fundraising events to enhance community engagement and support athletic programs.
  • Established positive relationships with students, coaches, parents, alumni
  • Attended staff meetings to effectively review objectives, policies, and regulations.
  • Provided leadership in conflict resolution among athletes, coaches, and staff.
  • Ran the Athletic Hall of Fame every 2 years.
  • Supervised athletic competitions across all sports on campus

STEM/MESA Peer Mentor Coordinator

Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA
08.2022 - 05.2024
  • Guided students through academic and personal challenges to foster success.
  • Organized peer study groups to promote collaborative learning experiences.
  • Facilitated workshops on effective study techniques and time management strategies.
  • Developed resources to connect students with support services and campus activities.
  • Provided constructive feedback on student progress and improvement areas.
  • Collaborated with staff to design programs addressing student needs and interests.
  • Conducted one-on-one meetings to discuss individual progress and provide guidance.
  • Coordinated workshops on college readiness, including time management and test-taking strategies.

Education

Master of Science - Cardiac Rehab And Exercise Physiology

University of Wisconsin - La Crosse
La Crosse, WI
08.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Kinesiology And Pre-Physical Therapy

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
05.2001

Skills

  • Team leadership and collaboration
  • Creative problem solving
  • Practice an equitable and inclusive culture
  • Student-centered education
  • Project coordination and management
  • Skilled planning and budgeting
  • Curriculum design
  • Effective communication
  • Work planning and prioritization

Committee Work

  • 8 years as a Kinesiology IPC rep
  • 1yr Institutional Effectiveness(IE) Coordinator
  • 2yrs Online Coordinator
  • 4yrs on curriculum committee
  • 6yrs academic senate
  • 3yrs Planning and Budget
  • 17yrs as an Asst Athletic Director
  • Developed the Student Wellness Program 5yrs ago
  • 12yrs as the CTE advisor in the Fitness Specialist program
  • 15yrs as a Kinesiology Chair in Kinesiology Studies and Activities in Health and Wellness
  • Served on hiring committee in multiple divisions across campus and for faculty and administrative position

Accomplishments

  • Team National Championship
  • Coach of the year in 2010, 2013, 2023

Certification

  • ACSM Clinical Exercise Physiologist
  • Safe Ally Partner on campus
  • CRP/ AED AHA Teacher Trainer

Timeline

Institutional Effectiveness Coordinator

Orange Coast College
03.2025 - Current

Online Coordinator

Orange Coast College
07.2024 - Current

STEM/MESA Peer Mentor Coordinator

Orange Coast College
08.2022 - 05.2024

Dept Chair for Kinesiology

Orange Coast College
08.2010 - Current

Assistant Athletic Director (Dept Chair)

Orange Coast College
08.2007 - 05.2025

Professor of Kinesiology

Orange Coast College
08.2005 - Current

Head Women's Rowing Coach

Orange Coast College
08.2005 - Current

Master of Science - Cardiac Rehab And Exercise Physiology

University of Wisconsin - La Crosse

Bachelor of Arts - Kinesiology And Pre-Physical Therapy

Purdue University
Laura Behr