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Tricia Weinstein

Long Beach,CA

Summary

Dedicated, accomplished Enrollment Advisor and Admissions Leader, 17 years of experience working in a variety of educational settings, developing professional relationships with my clients and guiding individuals and families towards their ultimate goals.

Valued leader and collaborator who utilizes sales expertise, interpersonal communication skills, and project management abilities to manage recruitment and retention. Builds and maintains lasting relationships, conversing with clarity and diplomacy to individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Out-of-the-box thinker committed to directing admissions and enrollment through partnership development and program management.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Enrollment Advisor

National University
Remote
01.2022 - Current
  • An Admission Counselor with a proven track record of liaising with students and parents to promote university programs and facilitate their admission process
  • Seeking to utilize strong program management and customer service skills to develop solid outreach programs and drive college admission rates upwards
  • Expertly evaluated applications, conducted insightful interviews, and delivered personalized guidance to prospective students, ensuring a seamless admissions process and fostering strong connections with applicants
  • Collaborated closely with the credential department to ensure compliance with California state education degrees, gaining extensive knowledge of eligibility requirements and effectively guiding students through the necessary steps
  • Applied exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills to proactively address student concerns, guaranteeing a positive and supportive experience for all applicants
  • Possessed comprehensive knowledge of the college admissions process, enrollment management, and financial aid, enabling accurate and informed guidance to prospective students
  • Mentored and trained new hires on policies and best practices, effectively contributing to their professional development, and ensuring a high standard of performance within the admissions team.

Consultant Client Services & Operations

The Ladder Method
Los Angeles, CA
01.2021 - 01.2021
  • Managed all clients through the enrollment & admissions process while acting as an ambassador for The Ladder Method company
  • Walked clients through the enrollment & admissions process
  • Had an 85% conversion rate of inquiries to signed clients
  • Reviewed services with potential clients and financial obligations
  • Implemented orientation for all new employees and coordinated workshops each month with 3-5 new coaches per training
  • Created new employee self-evaluation forms that focused on employee performance, competences, engagement, and development
  • Screening applications/resumes and setting up interviews
  • Assisted with scheduling and rescheduling of clients
  • 93% of our students reach their goal grade in 12 weeks.

Admissions Director, Early Childhood Learning Center

Jewish Community Center (JCC)
Irvine, CA
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Managed strategies for admissions, recruitment, and financial aid at a +265-student private school
  • In addition, utilized reports and data analysis to increase enrollment numbers
  • Exceeded student admission goals for the 2021 school year, filling 99% of open spots in half the required time
  • Raised $15K as the preschool team lead in the annual scholarship fundraising project
  • Developed and strengthened relationships with area schools, admission directors and families
  • Oversaw external communications and collaborated with the marketing team to develop admissions materials, as well as event and marketing guidelines
  • Liaison for prospective families from initial inquiries to enrollment conversion
  • Coordinated individual and group tours, student shadow visits, curriculum information sessions, parent-to-parent connections and family conversations
  • Collaborated with JCCs across the western region at the Western Regional Conference.

Private Tutor

Myself
Newport Beach, CA
01.2007 - 04.2019
  • Tutor students ages three to eight attending the Pegasus School, Harbor Day School and TVT Community Day School, regularly securing a waitlist for services
  • Had over a 90% of my students were accepted into prestigious competitive private schools
  • Supports more than 50 students in verbal reasoning, auditory processing, visual discrimination, reading readiness, writing readiness and early math concepts
  • Developed a long list of clients through private referrals and positive word-of-mouth reviews.

Lead Teacher, Pre-K

Newport Coast Pre-School
Newport Beach, CA
01.2007 - 01.2019
  • Orchestrated academic programs, social activities, assessments and behavior modification strategies for student success
  • Secured a 90% private school entrance rate each year for students
  • Created the school’s successful re-accreditation portfolio for the National Association of Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
  • Developed curriculum and lesson plans leveraging SMART Board technology, supporting small group instruction, diverse groups, English language learners and students with learning disabilities
  • Founded the Little Scholars program for children graduating to kindergarten, including study routines, tips for parents, and an overview of exam scenarios
  • Communicated effectively with parents, both in-person and digitally
  • Trained +5 teaching assistants every year through individualized guidance and team teaching.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts, Early Childhood Development & Sociology -

Arizona State University

Skills

  • Outlook
  • Word
  • Powerpoint
  • Google Drive
  • Salesforce
  • CRM
  • Teams
  • Zoom
  • Roadrunner
  • Schedule Managing
  • Admissions Support
  • Education Planning
  • Leading Teams
  • Goal Planning
  • Maintaining Records
  • Appointment Setting

Certification

  • Becoming a Great conversationalist - 01/25/23
  • How to Learn Faster - 12/09/22
  • Listening to Customers - 12/09/22
  • Sales Closing Strategies - 12/11/22
  • Speaking Confidently and effectively - 02/02/23
  • The leaders Guide to Mindfulness - 01/15/23
  • Certification in Pediatric First Aid & CPR, University Training Center - 2019

Community Service

  • Scholarship Fundraiser, JCC - 2019
  • Collaborator with Western Region JCCs, Western Regional Conference - 2019
  • Local Food Bank Volunteer, JCC - 2015-current
  • Volunteer, Trike-a-Thon, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital - 2007-2019
  • Gift Wrapper & Deliverer - 2007-2019
  • Charlie Street Volunteer with their Cookie and Care package donations - 2001-2004
  • New Directions for Women Clothing Drive - 2002-2005

Timeline

Enrollment Advisor

National University
01.2022 - Current

Consultant Client Services & Operations

The Ladder Method
01.2021 - 01.2021

Admissions Director, Early Childhood Learning Center

Jewish Community Center (JCC)
01.2019 - 01.2020

Private Tutor

Myself
01.2007 - 04.2019

Lead Teacher, Pre-K

Newport Coast Pre-School
01.2007 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts, Early Childhood Development & Sociology -

Arizona State University
Tricia Weinstein