Lauren Barlow
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple responsibilities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Excellent planner, problem-solver and analytical leader with strong attention to detail and sound judgment focused on continuous improvement. Decisive, practical, and strategic in leading operations and teams. Cultivates long-lasting relationships with students and staff to strengthen program success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Admissions Officer
South College - Pittsburgh
02.2023 - Current
- Facilitate campus tours for prospective students, showcasing the institution's facilities and resources.
- Evaluate applicant qualifications and guide prospective students through the application process.
- Increase application numbers by developing and implementing targeted outreach and communication strategies.
- Cultivate strong relationships with students by creating an environment in which they are comfortable and confident.
- Provide exceptional customer service to prospective students, answering inquiries via phone or email promptly and professionally.
- Developed an efficient system for tracking application statuses, ensuring accurate information was readily available at all times.
- Maintain contact with accepted students throughout enrollment process, offering guidance and support as needed before arrival on campus.
- Utilize data analysis tools to identify areas of improvement within the admissions department's processes and procedures.
- Work closely with academic departments to ensure proper placement of incoming students into appropriate courses, providing prospective students with the information they need to make the best academic choice.
Education Program Manager
Sylvan Learning Center
08.2021 - 02.2023
- Managed each student's individualized learning program by frequently checking their program metrics, reading after-session notes provided by their tutor, and communicating with their classroom teacher.
- Managed and delivered parent conferences and provided data-driven reports to parents on their child's progress.
- Assisted with hiring of new teachers by sending onboarding documentation, being available to assist them in their onboarding process, and setting up training and observation hours.
- Spent each evening tutoring a wide range of students from grades PreK-high school, managed student tasks and time, evaluated progress of each student on their program assignment, and used praise and encouragement to ensure students were engaged and inspired to learn.
Kindergarten Teacher
Kiptopeke Elementary School
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Write curriculum-based lesson plans that are aligned with VDOE Standards of Learning and are differentiated to fit the needs of all students
- Energetically and effectively teach variety of subjects including language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies using differentiated instruction
- Experience in progress monitoring, PALS assessments, FAST assessments, and the VKRP exams
- Member of the Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS) team as well as the Virginia Tiered
- System of Support (VTSS) team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dual Early Childhood, ECE
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock, PA12.2017
Skills
- Education Program Management
- Faculty and Staff Training
- K-12 Education
- Public Speaking
- Written Communication
- Fluency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Google Suites
- Effective Communication
- Creativity and Innovation
- Relationship Building
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Interpersonal Communication
Certification
Cortney Roberts - Director of Admissions
South College - Pittsburgh
412-720-9523 | croberts@south.edu
Rae Ann Cooper - Center Director
Sylvan Learning Center
(412) 347-6877 | raeann.cooper@sylvanlearning.com
Susanne Spady- Mentor Teacher
National Board Certified Teacher
Kiptopeke Elementary School
(757) 999-0645| sspady@ncpsk12.com
Timeline
Senior Admissions Officer
South College - Pittsburgh
02.2023 - Current
Education Program Manager
Sylvan Learning Center
08.2021 - 02.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
Kiptopeke Elementary School
08.2018 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Dual Early Childhood, ECE
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Cortney Roberts - Director of Admissions
South College - Pittsburgh
412-720-9523 | croberts@south.edu
Rae Ann Cooper - Center Director
Sylvan Learning Center
(412) 347-6877 | raeann.cooper@sylvanlearning.com
Susanne Spady- Mentor Teacher
National Board Certified Teacher
Kiptopeke Elementary School
(757) 999-0645| sspady@ncpsk12.com
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