Maria Donnelly
Surprise,AZ
Summary
Results-driven professional with expertise in student development and career guidance at Trine University. Utilized strategic decision-making and communication skills to boost educational outcomes and retention rates by 15%. Proficient in data management systems, creating tailored academic plans and implementing proactive interventions for student success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Academic Advisor
Trine University
03.2023 - 06.2025
- Enhanced educational outcomes by advising students on academic programs and career pathways.
- Facilitated study skills workshops, improving student retention and success rates.
- Developed tailored academic plans aligned with student needs and institutional policies.
- Streamlined advising processes through collaboration with faculty and staff members.
- Monitored student progress, providing timely interventions to boost graduation rates.
- Organized orientation sessions, introducing incoming students to university resources effectively.
Child Safety Specialist
Arizona State
05.2016 - 03.2023
- Enhanced child safety by conducting assessments and implementing targeted interventions.
- Developed training programs that improved staff understanding of child safety protocols.
- Collaborated with teams to strengthen strategies for protecting at-risk children.
- Monitored compliance with regulations to ensure adherence to child safety standards.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends and recommended preventive actions.
- Facilitated workshops for parents to empower them in recognizing safety risks.
Family Support Specialist
Catholic Charities
07.2014 - 05.2016
- Enhanced family communication through engaging support activities and events.
- Formulated individualized service plans to meet unique family needs and goals.
- Streamlined access to community resources by coordinating referrals for families.
- Identified risk factors affecting family stability through comprehensive assessments.
- Guided new staff in effective family support techniques and case management tools.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated family care services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management in Human Services
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Student development
- Strategic Decision-making
- Proficiency in [software]
- Student advocacy
- Career guidance
Accomplishments
- Achieved 100% enrollment during each enrollment period.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Family Development Credential-Cornell University
- Health Trainer-UCLA Anderson School of Management Health Care Institute
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Academic Advisor
Trine University
03.2023 - 06.2025
Child Safety Specialist
Arizona State
05.2016 - 03.2023
Family Support Specialist
Catholic Charities
07.2014 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Management in Human Services
University of Phoenix