Stacie Sather
Rohnert Park,CA
Summary
Dynamic educator with nearly two decades of experience in higher education and a strong background in non-profit management as a Program and Council Director. Recent EdD graduate with a research focus on trauma-informed pedagogy, dedicated to fostering inclusive and reflective learning environments. Proven ability to enhance community engagement through innovative educational practices and support systems.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Faculty – English
Santa Rosa Junior College
09.2009 - Current
- Developed comprehensive curricula and outlines aligned with student learning outcomes for English composition.
- Assisted in measuring students' achievements aligned with learning objectives.
- Facilitated increased proficiency in reading and writing
- Crafted clear writing tasks to foster development in thinking and writing skills.
- Served on the Arts & Lectures committee for a one-year term.
- Provided support and instruction as a Gateway to College and Lanzamiento faculty member.
- Designed and led professional development sessions focused on trauma-informed pedagogy.
IGNITE Faculty Coordinator
Santa Rosa Junior College
01.2021 - 02.2024
- Augmented course availability per semester, emphasizing transfer-level classes to increase enrollment.
- Worked with diverse stakeholders to ensure seamless provision of instructional content and student support.
- Worked with educational and correctional administrators to define scheduling needs.
- Facilitated required clearance and training processes for faculty collaborating with incarcerated students.
- Organized and facilitated meetings for team collaboration.
- Collaborated with IGNITE faculty to ensure academic standards.
- Partnered with the Second Chance Program Coordinator to support onboarding and re-entry requirements for students transitioning from the IGNITE jail program to SRJC campus environments.
- Facilitated professional learning sessions aimed at enhancing skills of staff dealing with incarcerated individuals.
- Coordinate the provision of necessary instructional materials for incarcerated students and their instructors.
- Compiled data for required reports.
- Conducted detailed presentations on the program for various groups.
Council Director
Girls on the Run Sonoma County
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Managed the creation of all necessary applications: coach, program registration, volunteer, and board member.
- Handled program registrations and payments on a seasonal basis.
- Organized team rosters to ensure accurate distribution of program scholarships.
- Coordinated with relevant parties to secure necessary insurance documentation for various sites and events.
- Handled inquiries from potential volunteers.
- Secured essential documentation for volunteers like background checks, CPR certifications, first aid certificates and waivers.
- Managed and updated the GOTR Sonoma County website: seasonal 5k webpage, Coach’s Corner information, current events calendar, council resources.
- Handled all sponsorship details, including obtaining the sponsor logo for marketing materials, and verifying the proper execution of sponsor advantages.
- Cultivated relationships with sponsors to ensure ongoing support.
- Acted as liaison for communications with GOTRI, which included submission of seasonal reports, and forecasts.
- Oversaw and monitored key metrics for program efficiency.
- Ensure proper documentation and storage of financial documentation to maintain accuracy and confidentiality.
- Ensured availability of updated company procedures to all team members.
- Ensured the sustainability and growth of GOTRSC in accordance with the Strategic Plan.
- Maintained regular communications with the Board President for updates.
- Maintained compliance with GOTRI bylaws and regulations.
- Collaborated with team and Board to prepare and approve annual plans and budgets.
- Collaborated with the Treasurer to maintain adherence to GOTRSC policies and procedures, and in the submission of the annual Financial Summary Report and seasonal Program Report(s) to GOTRI.
- Coordinated GOTRSC marketing efforts, including branding in compliance with GOTRI standards, online presence, and community group presentations.
- Carried out essential activities to ensure the successful completion of the season-ending 5K event.
- All tasks listed under the Program Director.
Program Director
Girls on the Run Sonoma County
11.2017 - 11.2020
- Sourced prospective sites and partnered with key personnel to align the council's development plan.
- Engaged potential life coaches and volunteers by articulating the mission, program, and principles of GOTR, and responded to inquiries.
- Maintained connections and provided ongoing coordination, support, and communication with site liaisons and volunteer coaches.
- Ensured dissemination of necessary paperwork and information to volunteers.
- Organized dates and venues for coach training events twice a year.
- Enhanced public awareness, fostered partnerships, and attracted donors for Girls on the Run Sonoma County via informative presentations and social media outreach.
- Oversaw the assembly and distribution of curriculum, equipment, and program materials to all sites.
- Conducted site visits and delivered comprehensive feedback on program implementation.
- Offered guidance on group management techniques and addressed any outstanding questions related to policies, procedures, mission, vision and values.
- Developed comprehensive grant applications aimed at acquiring program-specific financial support.
- Orchestrated connections with location providers, caterers and entertainers for yearly fundraising event.
Education
Doctor of Education (EdD) -
Marymount university
07.2024
Designing Learner-Centered and Equitable Course -
Association of College and University Educators
03.2024
Online Special Expertise Certificate -
Santa Rosa Junior College
08.2020
GSE2x: Leaders of Learning -
HarvardX
06.2020
Certificate in Leading for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education -
Coursera/University of Michigan
05.2020
Master’s Degree - English Literature
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA12.2008
Bachelor’s Degree - English Literature
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA12.2004
Associate in Liberal Arts Degree -
Normandale Community College
01.1998
Skills
- Active learning techniques
- Faculty development
- Mentoring and coaching
- Diversity and inclusion
- Assessment strategies
- Collaborative learning
- Learning management systems
- Interdisciplinary approach
- Online teaching
- Student engagement
- Academic writing
- Innovative pedagogy
- Universal design for learning
- Course planning
Accomplishments
- Doctor of Education (EdD), Marymount University, 07/01/24
- Designing Learner-Centered and Equitable Course, Association of College and University Educators, 03/01/24
- Online Special Expertise Certificate, Santa Rosa Junior College, 08/01/20
- GSE2x: Leaders of Learning, HarvardX, 06/01/20
- Certificate in Leading for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education, Coursera/University of Michigan, 05/01/20
- Master’s Degree in English Literature, Sonoma State University, 12/01/08
- Bachelor’s Degree in English Literature, Sonoma State University, 12/01/04
- Associate in Liberal Arts Degree, Normandale Community College, 01/01/98
Publications
Sather, S., Whatever the Obstacle, National Afterschool Association, 2018, https://naaweb.org/resources/bclc/itemlist/user/3368-2022-10-06-07-29-49?start=240
Community Service
- Santa Rosa Junior College Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment, Advisory committee member, 2023
- Girls on the Run Sonoma County, Board Member (held various positions on Executive Committee: Secretary, Vice President, and President), Sonoma County, CA, 2008-2017
- Girls on the Run Sonoma County, Coach, Petaluma, CA, 2008-2018
Training
- Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion FIG (Focused Inquiry Group), Santa Rosa Junior College, Fall 2020-Spring 2021
- Online Special Expertise Certificate, Santa Rosa Junior College, 08/01/20, Include a brief description, if necessary.
- Certificate in Leading for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education, University of Michigan, 05/01/20
Presentationsandinvitedlectures
- Exploration of best support practices for trauma-impacted students, Santa Rosa Junior College Community of Practice, 02/01/23
- Rising Scholars 101, Santa Rosa Junior College PDA Day, 02/16/23
- Trauma-Responsive Classrooms, Santa Rosa Junior College PDA Day, 08/12/22
- Searching for the Self: Helga Crane's Quest for Identification and Voice in Nella Larsen's Quicksand, Joint Conference of the National Popular Culture and American Culture Associations, New Orleans, LA, 04/01/09
- Skirting Gender and Constructing the Rule of Woman through the Feminization of Man: The Embodiments of Masculinity and Femininity in Edmund Spenser’s The Fairie Queene, UVA Wise Medieval-Renaissance Conference, Wise, VA, 09/01/08
Research
- Dissertation in Practice, Marymount University, Arlington, VA, 07/01/24, Dr. Anna Macedonia, Forging Ahead with Trauma-Informed Pedagogy in Higher Education: A Phenomenological Study of the Lived Experiences of Trauma-Impacted Students
- Master’s Thesis, Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park, CA, 12/01/08, Dr. Ann Goldman, Skirting Gender and Constructing the Rule of Woman Through the Feminization of Man: The Embodiments of Masculinity and Femininity in Edmund Spenser’s The Fairie Queene
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
IGNITE Faculty Coordinator
Santa Rosa Junior College
01.2021 - 02.2024
Council Director
Girls on the Run Sonoma County
11.2020 - 12.2021
Program Director
Girls on the Run Sonoma County
11.2017 - 11.2020
Adjunct Faculty – English
Santa Rosa Junior College
09.2009 - Current
Doctor of Education (EdD) -
Marymount university
Designing Learner-Centered and Equitable Course -
Association of College and University Educators
Online Special Expertise Certificate -
Santa Rosa Junior College
GSE2x: Leaders of Learning -
HarvardX
Certificate in Leading for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education -
Coursera/University of Michigan
Master’s Degree - English Literature
Sonoma State University
Bachelor’s Degree - English Literature
Sonoma State University
Associate in Liberal Arts Degree -
Normandale Community College
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