Highly qualified Admissions and Outreach Counselor with experience in supporting students transition into higher education. Excels at advising students in degree and career decisions. Takes pride in creating supportive environments and encouraging positive interactions. Proven professional and self-starter with excellent communication skills. Over 18 years experience in the education arena with a range of professional experience including counseling, advising, recruitment, outreach and classroom teaching. A recognized leader dedicated to improving academic, professional and community relationships.
Provide all students equitable access to a quality and developmentally appropriate guidance counseling program focused on academic success , personal and social development and career and college guidance.
Responsible for encouraging and supporting successful student transitions by leading the development of college and career pathway programming by building and maintaining relationships with relevant community partners including businesses, local universities, community colleges as well as trade and vocational schools.
Provide educational and behavioral counseling to individuals and small groups of students; assist students in understanding and seeking solutions to academic, social or emotional to problems and issues.
Provide academic instruction and educational programming for students eligible for special education in a K through 6th grade school.
Created partnerships with regional businesses , government, military and educational institutions that help build a significant awareness of Brandman University and its academic programs.
Developed and sustained interactive relationships with potential students during the recruitment process for a regionally accredited University within the Bridgepoint Education organization.