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Saranya Graf
Fort Worth,Texas
Summary
Skilled and logical problem solver with strong attention to detail. Works well in both team environments and as an individual. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well under pressure. Highly organized and detail-oriented. Strategic-thinking individual experienced in turning low-performing organizations into top revenue producers. Offering engaging and pleasant personality with expertise improving customer relationships. Dynamic Director oversees every facet of production with strong project management and decision-making skills. Brings comprehensive knowledge of [Type] production writing, planning and technical operations. Skilled at coordinating production plans and personnel resources to complete work under tight deadlines.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Texas Wesleyan University
Director, Collegiate Academic and College Partnerships
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Provided leadership and coordination for developing and administrating the high school college credit program encompassing private and public high schools and school districts
- Ensured compliance with University guidelines, accreditation requirements, and Memoranda of Understanding with high schools and school districts
- Created systems to track and document dual credit guidelines, staying responsive to technological advancements and delivery methods
- Built and nurtured relationships with high schools, increasing college credit enrollment by assessing student and district needs
- Coordinated with academic departments to offer relevant courses, implemented marketing strategies, and provided admission and registration support services
- Oversaw orientation and administrative support for students and faculty
- Connected program instructors with school deans, department chairs, and faculty for course development and support
- Planned and implemented orientation activities for students and instructors, collaborating with high schools and the University's departments
- Provided oversight for program evaluations, including faculty evaluations and course learning outcomes assessment
- Promoted program growth and development, identifying new dual credit opportunities and initiating formal agreements with schools
- Collaborated with university offices to meet recruitment and retention goals, encouraging dual credit students to consider attending the University
- Engaged in annual outcomes assessment to ensure program effectiveness and compliance with requirements
- Oversees lists of budgetary and other needs while administering the operational and travel budget including Dual Credit and Early College High School campus programs.
Tarrant County College
Coordinator II of Educational Partnerships
01.2021 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Assessed the needs of school districts and led the development and implementation of programs and courses
- Served as the primary liaison between high schools and the college
- Supported District strategic efforts related to the Dual Credit Program
- Led the development of dual credit agreements between college and high schools
- Planned and facilitated collaborative learning events
- Ensured adherence to national and state standards and accreditation requirements.
Tarrant County College
Graduation Outreach Specialist
01.2019 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Monitored retention rates and identified students eligible for graduation
- Encouraged students to complete degree and certificate requirements, course substitutions, course directives, tracking and processing
- Established relationships with Academic Advising to assist students in their completion plans
- Processes applications for graduation and is accountable for validation that degree and certificate requirements are fulfilled for student
- Communicated with potential student graduates and other stakeholders
- Collaborated with various departments to increase the number of student graduates
- Provide professional knowledge, advice, and counseling regarding the institutional student graduation process.
Tarrant County College
Enrollment Specialist for Northwest Campus Registrar
11.2016 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Assumed responsibility for office activities in the absence of the Registrar
- Coordinated workflow with other departments and programs
- Oversaw daily operations and ensured compliance with policies and regulations
- Managed student records and maintained their integrity
- Knowledgeable in admissions and registrar's office processes.
Tarrant County College
Dual Credit-Enrollment Associate for NW Campus Registrar
03.2008 - 01.2016
Job overview
- Registered and managed dual enrollment students' information
- Processed drop/add/withdrawal requests for courses
- Coordinated admission applications for partner schools
- Assisted with Early College High School admissions
- Handled student communication and documentation
- Managed a high volume of admissions applications
- Ensured compliance with TSI requirements
- Maintained accurate student records.
Education
Texas Wesleyan UniversityFort Worth, Texas
Doctorate In Education Leadership
Texas Woman's UniversityDenton, TX
Masters of Business Administration- Management Emphasis
08.2020
Lean Six Sigma certification
Certification
01.2017
University of North TexasDenton, TX
Bachelor of Science- Public Affairs and Community Services
05.2015
Skills
- Exceptional leadership and coordination skills
- Strong understanding of compliance with educational guidelines and requirements
- Proven ability to foster and nurture valuable relationships
- Strategic thinker responsive to technological advancements
- Expertise in curriculum development and course offerings
- Proficiency in marketing and admissions strategies
- Effective management of orientation and support services
- Skilled at connecting instructors with academic resources
- Commitment to program evaluation and improvement
- Talent for promoting program growth and development
- Collaborative approach to recruitment and retention initiatives
- Strategic Planning
- Verbal and written communication
- People Management
- Operations Management
Languages
Thai
Limited Working
Timeline
Director, Collegiate Academic and College Partnerships
Texas Wesleyan University
01.2022 - Current
Coordinator II of Educational Partnerships
Tarrant County College
01.2021 - 01.2022
Graduation Outreach Specialist
Tarrant County College
01.2019 - 01.2021
Enrollment Specialist for Northwest Campus Registrar
Tarrant County College
11.2016 - 01.2019
Dual Credit-Enrollment Associate for NW Campus Registrar
Tarrant County College
03.2008 - 01.2016
Texas Wesleyan University
Doctorate In Education Leadership
Texas Woman's University
Masters of Business Administration- Management Emphasis
Lean Six Sigma certification
Certification
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Science- Public Affairs and Community Services
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