Advising Tracking System
Leslie Calimer
Higher Education Leadership
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote an engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Associate Director of Student Services
Drexel University College Of Nursing
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
10.2023 - Current
- Trained and developed department leaders and management staff for specific projects and ongoing operational needs.
- Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
- Led teams of up to six personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
- Supported continuous process and performance improvement for academic issues, robustness, and compliance.
- Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep teams focused and productive.
- Communicated all capacity, sourcing, and technology gaps with upper management.
- I trained and mentored new employees on student development theories and academic advising.
- I worked closely with department chairs to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of academic operations.
- Created and updated digital resources to inform students of the policies and procedures of the university and the department.
Assistant Director of Student Services
Drexel University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Monitored and assessed the results of postsecondary programs and services to identify and capitalize on potential improvements.
- Collaborated with faculty, staff, and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- cultivated an engaged student population with successful orientation programs.
Assistant Director of Advising
Drexel University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
07.2015 - 01.2020
- I worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of academic operations.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Tracked key business metrics and made recommendations for proactive adjustments to policies and procedures.
- I trained and mentored new employees on academic advising practices, policies, and procedures.
- led a team of four professionals in special projects and daily operations.
- Used student development theories, customer service skills, and an analytical nature to resolve students concerns and promote loyalty.
Senior Academic Advisor
Drexel University, College Of Nursing
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
07.2010 - 06.2015
- Conducted academic advice services for students on a reoccurring basis to maintain educational progression.
- Assisted students in selecting courses to align with their interests and abilities.
- Provided support and guidance to students experiencing academic and personal troubles.
- Received and reviewed transcripts to determine eligibility for admission to college or specific programs.
- Mentored students, offering advice and support on topic selection, appropriateness, and academic value.
- Answered student inquiries and resolved problems related to curriculum and course prerequisites.
- Studied and analyzed current topics and delivered effective presentations to groups numbering 800 people at national and international meetings.
Education
Doctorate of Higher Education - Higher Education And Leadership
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE 09.2020 - 08.2023
Master of Science - Learning Technologies
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA 09.2015 - 09.2017
Skills
Consulting
undefinedAffiliations
NACADA, The National Academic Advising Association
NASPA: Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education
Software
Banner 9
Black Board Learn
Canvas
Degree Works
Hyperion Reporting
Microsoft Office 365
Perceptive Nolij Web
RightNow
Slate
Voice Thread
Zoom
Interests
Assisting students to find the right pathway into higher education, first-generation, adult learners, and transfer students
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Associate Director of Student Services
Drexel University College Of Nursing
10.2023 - Current
Assistant Director of Student Services
Drexel University
02.2022 - 09.2023
Doctorate of Higher Education - Higher Education And Leadership
Wilmington University
09.2020 - 08.2023
Master of Science - Learning Technologies
Drexel University
09.2015 - 09.2017
Assistant Director of Advising
Drexel University
07.2015 - 01.2020
Senior Academic Advisor
Drexel University, College Of Nursing
07.2010 - 06.2015
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