SARAH A. PRAY
Rochester,NY
Summary
Goal-oriented recruiter dedicated to strengthening sales operations to streamline costs and enhance procedures. Cultivate long-lasting relationships with prospective clients to support program success—a motivational leader with top-notch communication, organizational, and strategic planning abilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Director of Admission
Keuka College
01.2024 - Current
- Mentored junior admissions staff, fostering professional growth and improving overall team performance.
- Increased application completion rates by streamlining the admissions process and providing clear instructions to prospective students.
- Streamlined communications with applicants throughout the admissions cycle, ensuring timely notifications and maintaining positive relationships with prospective enrollees.
- Delivered engaging presentations at college fairs and conferences, highlighting institutional strengths and attracting potential applicants.
- Optimized CRM systems usage among staff members to better track applicant information and communication history, ultimately enhancing recruitment efforts.
K-12 Subject Matter Expert
CypherWorx
05.2022 - Current
- Evaluated and synthesized research addressing client topics related to K-12 education
- Formulated research-based K-12 learning content for courses catered toward paraprofessional and teacher career development using the Articulate 360 platform.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of organizational needs, identifying areas for improvement and implementing targeted solutions.
Assistant Director of Admissions
Keuka College
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Attracted, recruited, and enrolled new students seeking continued education opportunities delivered on-campus, online, or in hybrid formats.
- Managed primary enrollment in Western New York territory and travel calendar
- Developed and delivered presentations for admissions-related events.
E-Learning Content Development Specialist
CypherWorx
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with the marketing team to create engaging content for increased brand awareness.
- Enhanced content quality by conducting thorough research and incorporating industry trends.
- Developed compelling written materials, elevating the company's reputation in the market.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work.
- Streamlined content development processes by implementing effective project management tools.
- Produced persuasive copy for email campaigns, driving customer engagement and sales growth.
Literacy Intervention Kindergarten Teacher
Sweet Home Central School District
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Instructed 14 students determined by screening to be in critical need of literacy intervention
- Collaborated with colleagues to design a new district science & literacy-integrated kindergarten unit.
Fifth Grade ELA & Social Studies Teacher
Kenmore-Tonawanda Union Free School District
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Revamped Fifth Grade ELA curriculum and instructional materials to better meet the needs of students in a virtual & hybrid setting
- Led review team tasked with parsing through old curriculum and more closely aligning student learning outcomes with 21st-century standards.
- Enhanced critical thinking skills for students through engaging debates and inquiry-based activities.
Fifth Grade ELA & Writing Teacher
Warsaw Central School District
09.2018 - 06.2020
- Provided professional development for coworkers on best practices in virtual instruction for writing.
- Promoted critical thinking skills by implementing inquiry-based learning activities in the classroom.
- Improved student reading comprehension with targeted strategies and frequent progress monitoring.
- Enhanced students'' writing abilities through constructive feedback, individual conferences, and structured revision processes.
Education
Master of Science - Reading And Literacy
SUNY Geneseo
Geneseo, NY01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood & Childhood Education
SUNY Geneseo
Geneseo01.2017
Skills
- Collaborative Mindset
- Interpersonal communication
- Decision making
- Strategic planning
- Higher education knowledge
- Audience Analysis
- Competitor Analysis
- E-learning development
- Data Analytics
Timeline
Associate Director of Admission
Keuka College
01.2024 - Current
Assistant Director of Admissions
Keuka College
05.2023 - 01.2024
E-Learning Content Development Specialist
CypherWorx
08.2022 - 05.2023
K-12 Subject Matter Expert
CypherWorx
05.2022 - Current
Literacy Intervention Kindergarten Teacher
Sweet Home Central School District
09.2021 - 07.2022
Fifth Grade ELA & Social Studies Teacher
Kenmore-Tonawanda Union Free School District
09.2020 - 06.2021
Fifth Grade ELA & Writing Teacher
Warsaw Central School District
09.2018 - 06.2020
Master of Science - Reading And Literacy
SUNY Geneseo
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood & Childhood Education
SUNY Geneseo
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