A motivated individual committed to maximizing learning opportunities in diverse academic settings. Energetic and ambitious professional with several years of hands-on student services experience including Advising students regarding educational Pathway and career choices. Recognized for providing necessary student resources to aid academic success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Career Education Advisor
Riverside City College
Riverside, CA
07.2019 - Current
Established professional and cooperative working relationships by maintaining visible and accessible presence in school community.
Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops remotely via Zoom which resulted in attendance increase of 63 %.
Instructed individuals in career development, job search and application strategies, resume writing and interview skills.
Assessment Specialist
Riverside Community College
Riverside, CA
04.2016 - 07.2019
Proctored state-mandated tests and administered required assessments in standardized testing environment at 13 Local area feeder high schools
Advise students, staff faculty and high school administrators of testing placements/ scores, next steps to completing matriculation process and Answer questions regarding Assessment testing and retesting policies
Collaborate with all RCC student services departments to provide testing for campus programs such as Gateway to College, Veterans, International students, Disability Resource Center, and Athletic
Compiled and interpreted students' test results along with information from teachers and parents to diagnose conditions and assess eligibility for College level Math and English courses.
Financial Aid Advisor
Riverside Community College
Riverside, CA
12.2008 - 04.2016
Reviewed initial financial aid applications for accuracy and compliance with reporting standards.
Processed federal financial aid verifications per Department of Education guidelines.
Presented financial aid workshops to help groups of students and parents navigate process.
Introduced new and redesigned processes & Procedures which decreased student wait time in line to turn or pick up required documents by 25%
Education
Masters of Art - Management
University of Redlands
04.2013
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences
University of Laverne
Laverne, CA
05.2009
Skills
Resume Writing Instruction
Attention to Detail
Career Planning Presentations
Interview Skills Instruction
Problem Solving
Decision Making
Microsoft Office
Relationship Development
Staff Supervision
Career exploration assessments
Career advising
Work Availability
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Quote
“Individual commitment to a group effort – that is what makes a teamwork, a company work, a society work, a civilization work.”