Experienced Academic Counselor and Disability Support Services Coordinator knowledgeable about academic, career, and technical education. Proficient in providing Disability Support Services to individuals with learning, physical, and many other disabilities as outlined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Skills
Academic advising
Strong public speaker
Problem solving
Interpersonal communication
Student advocate
Crisis intervention
Suicide and Domestic Violence Prevention/intervention
Student activities
Transcript evaluation
Career and technical curriculum review
Accommodating students with disabilities
Education
Delta State UniversityCleveland, MSExpected in 05/2023 – –Educational Specialist:Higher Education - GPA:
Mississippi CollegeClinton, MS, Expected in 12/2012 – –Master of Education:Counseling - GPA:
Member of Chi Sigma Iota International Honors Society for Counseling Professionals
Jackson State UniversityJackson, MSExpected in 05/2006 – –Bachelor of Science:Communicative Disorders - GPA:
Member of National Student Speech-Language and Hearing Association (NSSLHA)
Hinds Community College Jackson, MS, Expected in 12/2002 – –Associate of Arts:General Students - GPA:
John W. Provine High SchoolJackson, MS, Expected in 05/2000 – –High School Diploma: - GPA:
Certifications
Hybrid Instructor Training Certification
Work History
State University Of New York At Cobleskill - Counselor/Disability Support Services Coordinator Cobleskill, NY, 04/2017 - Current
Provide ongoing course advisement and counseling services for all students or potential students in person, by phone, via zoom, or e-mail.
Assist students in the development of transfer plans including the evaluation of transcripts.
Use interest, ability, personality, and intelligence tests within the parameters of professional and ethical guidelines to assist in the counseling process.
Assist with recruitment and retention for Hinds Community College District.
Serve on the Behavior Intervention Team to hear disciplinary cases and rulings.
Assist disabled students and special populations students in meeting diverse and special needs.
Coordinate or assist with orientation, testing, maintaining files via AIM, and placement with Disability Services and Special Populations personnel as assigned.
Educate instructors on proper etiquette for students with disabilities.
Staying up-to-date on ADA and other Disability Support Guidelines.
Provide personal counseling (apply the accepted methods of counseling/psychotherapy within the content of the helper-helpee relationship).
Provide advisement to students who are on probation, suspended, or who are identified as potential probationary students.
Conduct interviews with students who are completely withdrawing from college.
Model expected and appropriate leadership to promote positive interaction with students and families to teaching staff and administrative personnel.
Build productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
Participate in the formation of campus events including Suicide and Domestic Violence Prevention/Awareness.
Hinds Community College - Excel Mentor City, STATE, 01/2022 - 05/2022
Responded to email and telephone requests to provide students with specific information.
Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports, and documents.
Collaborating with the Student Success Center to provide academic support for students.
Weekly follow-up with students.
Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
Helped students develop organizational, time management, and study skills.
Counseled students regarding course and program selections, class scheduling, and registration and career planning.
Identified issues that hindered student academic achievement.
Hinds Community College - Adjunct Instructor City, STATE, 07/2010 - 04/2017
Used lectures, discussions, and demonstrations to increase learning and classroom success.
Maintained regular office hours to help students with questions and provide educational support.
Completed and submitted reports to administration detailing orientation course activities and plans.
Attended professional development meetings and workshops to refine and enhance instructional skills.
Worked closely with the Dean of Students and faculty to develop and implement a general studies or technical curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
Submitted daily class roster to accurately maintain attendance records for 87 students.
Company Name - Librarian Technical Assistant City, State, 07/2010 - 04/2017
Monitored the front desk to maintain a secure and clean environment.
Processed receipt of new books, audiovisual, and computer software inventory.
Stayed up to date on references, card catalogs, and automated information systems to teach and educate patrons.
Marketed library's many services to visitors and patrons through active communication.
Assisted patrons with computers and provided information on how to log on to the Internet.
Kept detailed records of lending transactions and library users.
Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
Greeted patrons warmly and offered to assist with any issues or requests.
Collected and processed fines on overdue library materials.
Gained a strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials.
Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at the circulation desk.
Educated patrons on the use of reference sources, card catalogs, and automated information systems.
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