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Ophelia Jehu-Appiah

lutz,Florida

Summary

Experienced student affairs and education professional with a proven track record of enhancing student engagement and success. Skilled in organizing significant events, providing academic advising, and developing innovative student programs. Adept at crisis management and leveraging technology to improve student experiences. Committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive campus environment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Success Coordinator

University of South Florida, College of Public Health
Tampa, Florida
09.2024 - Current

Successfully coordinated graduation ceremonies and student engagement events, boosting participation.

Provided personalized academic advising, directly contributing to improved student outcomes.

Streamlined the selection and training of student ambassadors, enhancing campus representation. Developed and delivered workshops to improve student leaders' leadership and organizational skills.

Provided crisis intervention services and referred students to appropriate campus or community resources.

Advised students on course selection, progress toward graduation, and career decisions.

High School Teacher

Nungua senior high school
Accra, Ghana
04.2021 - 04.2024
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet individual student needs.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior in the classroom.
  • Instructed classes in accordance with established curricula guidelines.
  • Collaborated with other teachers, support staff, administrators, and parents to ensure successful student outcomes.
  • Participated in professional development workshops related to pedagogy or curriculum design.

Hall Staff Member

University Of Cape Coast
Cape Coast
09.2019 - 10.2020
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth operations throughout the facility.
  • Created promotional materials such as flyers, posters, brochures or banners for upcoming events.
  • Recorded attendance data for all guests visiting the facility.
  • Assisted with setup of special events held at the hall.
  • Scheduled staff shifts according to operational needs.
  • Responded to crisis situations quickly to maintain calm and immediately determine level of assistance needed.

Education

Master of Education - College Student Affairs

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
08-2026

Bachelor of Education - Home Economics

University of Cape Coast
Ghana
05-2019

Skills

Qualtrics, Canva

Crisis Management

Student Engagement

Academic Support

Inclusive Environment Creation

Leadership development

Accomplishments

  • Home Economics Students' Association Vice President, UCC, 2018-2019
  • Education Students Association Committee member, UCC 2017-2018
  • Kwame Nkrumah Hall Committee member, UCC 2016-2017

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Student Success Coordinator

University of South Florida, College of Public Health
09.2024 - Current

High School Teacher

Nungua senior high school
04.2021 - 04.2024

Hall Staff Member

University Of Cape Coast
09.2019 - 10.2020

Master of Education - College Student Affairs

University of South Florida

Bachelor of Education - Home Economics

University of Cape Coast
Ophelia Jehu-Appiah