Natasha Grant-Dean
Academic Coach
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Accomplished advocate with 20+ years of experience working with individuals having the ability to identify barriers to implement change. Areas of expertise include advocacy for resources through community agency referrals and contact, confidentiality adherence and supporter for the advancement both in educational and professional levels, case management of individuals to ensure adherence and program success through advising and counseling of academics and personal life. With a strong desire and a commitment to providing adequate information and support in order for individuals to make informed decisions regarding their academic journey and future career goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Recruiter Sr./ Academic Coach
Central Piedmont Community College
3 2023 - Current
- Assisted Recruitment Project Manager in creation and implementation of information sessions, workshops and community outreach to childcare centers to generate interest regarding the STRIVE scholarship
- Served as the academic coach to assigned STRIVERS providing academic planning, monitoring of grades and attendance, tutoring, intervention support through referrals to campus support, course advisement towards future career goal in early childhood interests
- Created and hosted professional development series to support student success
- Provided one-on-one coaching for up to 78 students providing guidance and support for retention and personal development towards degree completion
Front Desk Secretary
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools- Garinger High School
2 2022 - 03.2023
- Completed daily administrative tasks include reporting, school procedures, safety audits, HR documentation, new teacher on-boarding, overall effective management of the front office.
- Mentored to high school seniors to increase attendance rate and academic success towards graduation requirements.
- Promoted a positive work environment through efficient task completion for both individual responsibilities and collaborative efforts with colleagues.
- Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
Kindergarten Teacher
Movement School
2 2021 - 11.2021
- Taught kindergarten implementing the curriculum according to various subjects using strategic evidence-based instructional and differentiated instructional strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of 23 students
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops
- Maintained student data, classroom management, created and revised lesson plans and held one-on-one sessions after school for academic enrichment as well as additional support to ensure student safety, social and physical development
- Collaborated with colleagues to brainstorm ideas, problem-solve challenges faced in classrooms and sought community support and resources to increase and promote academic success
PRN Life Coach
Lifespan, Inc.
12.2020 - 02.2021
- Submitted accurate documentation, data sheets, progress notes, job schedules and reports within established deadlines in Therap data program.
- Encouraged clients to set and achieve reasonable goals on weekly basis by helping build life management and coping skills to handle daily needs and specific stressors.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of client progress throughout the coaching process, ensuring alignment with desired outcomes and self-awareness enhancement from insightful feedback
- Established strong rapport with clients, fostering trusting and supportive coaching relationships.
Student Advocate
A Childs Place
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Collaborated with students, school administration, parents, teachers and support staff to provide insight in meeting the needs of students facing a housing crisis. through referrals and community resources
- Coached parents/guardians with creation of educational and employment goals to ensure successful housing opportunities and future maintenance
- Created and taught social emotional learning skills weekly to upwards of 20 Charlotte Family Housing students of various ages and grade levels
- Advocated for equitable access to educational opportunities by working closely with school administration to address systemic barriers faced by marginalized populations.
Education
Graduate Certificate in Health Psychology - Health Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ 11.2020 - 09.2021
Graduate Certificate in Life Coaching - Life Coaching
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ 12.2018 - 05.2019
Master of Education in Special Education - Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ 04.2017 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Arts in Criminology - Criminology
Johnson C. Smith University
Charlotte, NC 08.2014 - 05.2016
Skills
Problem solving and critical thinking
Advocacy
Coaching
Organizational
Outreach and community involvement
Leadership
Creation of curriculum and professional development workshops
Data entry and maintenance of data files and reporting
Highly proficient in oral and various forms of written communications
Recruiting and Sourcing
Applicant Tracking Systems
Recruitment Strategies
Self-Motivated Work Ethic
Team Collaboration
Timeline
PRN Life Coach
Lifespan, Inc.
12.2020 - 02.2021
Graduate Certificate in Health Psychology - Health Psychology
Grand Canyon University
11.2020 - 09.2021
Graduate Certificate in Life Coaching - Life Coaching
Grand Canyon University
12.2018 - 05.2019
Student Advocate
A Childs Place
08.2017 - 03.2020
Master of Education in Special Education - Education
Grand Canyon University
04.2017 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Arts in Criminology - Criminology
Johnson C. Smith University
08.2014 - 05.2016
Recruiter Sr./ Academic Coach
Central Piedmont Community College
3 2023 - Current
Front Desk Secretary
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools- Garinger High School
2 2022 - 03.2023
Kindergarten Teacher
Movement School
2 2021 - 11.2021
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