Samantha Brown
LONG BEACH,CA
Summary
Focused advisor with nearly three years of success guiding students on personal and academic growth. Skilled at counseling students on methods for forging relationships and helping students navigate school life. Driven to support long-term goal achievement by linking students to outside resources to enhance education and personal prospects.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
College Advisor
USC Rossier School Of Education
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Counseled over 200 of at-risk students in developing effective study habits, time management skills, and stress reduction techniques, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Improved student retention rates by providing personalized academic guidance and developing individualized success plans.
- Fostered and maintained confidential, supportive environment in which students felt safe to report any discriminatory behaviors of peers or faculty.
- Conducted data analysis on student performance trends, identifying areas needing improvement and implementing necessary changes for positive outcomes.
- Engaged in weekly meetings and discussions with administrators to provide updates on advising programs, share data on enrollment trends, and solicit feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with team members to develop cohesive presentations that effectively communicated salient knowledge, practices, and steps of the college-going process to students and colleagues.
- Spearheaded college advising initiatives supporting over 200 students (and families) in their transition to higher education. Targeted outreach strategies led to a 10% year-over-year increase in student enrollment.
- Led professional development sessions for colleagues on best practices in advising, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the school community. Promoted a culture of inclusivity, empowerment, and excellence within the counseling team.
- Provided support during course selection periods by guiding students through program requirements and aligning their choices with future goals.
- Encouraged parental involvement by hosting informational events tailored towards understanding the college admission process.
- Assisted families in navigating financial aid processes, maximizing available resources for tuition assistance.
- Enhanced college application processes for students through comprehensive workshops on essay writing, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities.
Childcare Provider
Self-employed
03.2019 - 06.2022
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and promoting positive interactions.
- Improved language development through engaging storytelling sessions and age-appropriate book readings.
- Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
- Fostered creativity with various arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and self-expression.
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Promoted physical fitness by incorporating active play into daily schedules, encouraging healthy habits from an early age.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06.2022
Skills
- Student Advocacy
- Multicultural Competence
- Resource Identification
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software
- Administrative Support Capabilities
- Active Listening
- Problem Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Excellent Oral and Written Communication
Timeline
College Advisor
USC Rossier School Of Education
06.2022 - 06.2024
Childcare Provider
Self-employed
03.2019 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of California - Los Angeles
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