Resume

• 2008

  Bachelor’s Degree

  Psychology

  Towson University

• 3.84

  English

  Master’s Degree

  Two-year master of arts in teaching program at Towson University. Experienced a year-long student teaching internship in the Howard County

  Maryland school system.

  Secondary Education and Teaching

  Towson University

• Served as a Learning Partner on environmental focused community service learning trip to Arches National Park

  Utah. Worked alongside the national park service rangers to help remove tamarisk

  an invasive plant species in the region.

  Alternative Spring Break

  Judge

  National History Day

  PowerPoint

  Academic Advising

  Higher Education

  Microsoft Word

  Public Speaking

  Student Affairs

  Social Media

  Time Management

  Student Financial Aid

  Customer Service

  Student Development

  Student Engagement

  Leadership

  Community Outreach

  Student Leadership

  Microsoft Office

  O'Malley

  Temple University College of Education

  James Madison University

  Anne Arundel Community College

  Arnold

  Maryland

  •\tInterviewed and advised students of varying demographics regarding information

  procedures

  and academic requirements pertaining to all programs and majors offered at AACC. \n•\tAssisted students in exploring careers

  evaluating academic abilities

  and establishing realistic and attainable academic

  career

  and personal goals. Aid students in all aspects of transferring to four year institutions. \n•\tIdentified options for students to satisfy specific degree requirements. Checked various forms of accuracy such as grade checks

  overload petitions

  and curriculum changes relating to program completion. \n•\tImplemented CTE program improvement activities specific to the annual strategies worksheets of the Local Perkins Plan. Activities included comprehensive academic advising services to support annual initiatives designed to improve retention

  completion

  and employment in approved programs. \n•\tConducted multiple workshops specifically targeting student success covering topics such as: time management; note taking; testing success; memorization; finals week.

  Academic Advisor

  Anne Arundel Community College

  Harrisonburg

  Virginia

  •\tProvide academic advising for marketing majors within the College of Business at JMU. Serve as the sole major advisor for a student population of over 700 students

  the largest major within the College of Business and the largest single advisee population at the university. \n•\tMeet with prospective families

  develop individualized academic plans to ensure timely completion of graduation requirements

  monitor student progress

  recommend strategies for improvement

  process applications for formal acceptance into the college

  and respond to questions from various stakeholders.\n•\tMonitor progress of specific student population; collaborate with department head to provide services to students; present workshops to current and prospective students; engage students in experiential learning opportunities; assist students with major and career transitions; refer students to specialized resources; maintain confidential student records.

  Academic Advisor - Marketing

  James Madison University

  Greater Philadelphia Area

  •\tAdvise students concerning an appropriate academic schedule

  choice of major

  academic standing concerns (i.e. probation

  warning)

  and understanding of curricular requirements

  providing effective student-centered advising. Prepare and present group advising sessions that include student orientations

  Change of Program (major) workshops

  and other related workshops. Understand and accurately communicate all curricular requirements

  governing policies

  and Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) guidelines.\n\n•\tCollege of Education liaison for to the Education Abroad office. Work with students

  faculty

  and staff to ensure timely

  accurate

  and effective guidance for students aiming to study abroad. \n\n•\tCollege of Education liaison to the Honors College. Guide students within the honors population in career and major exploration

  academic planning

  as well as facilitating other forms of engagement and involvement. Staff leader on the annual Temple Honors Appalachia community service experience every May.

  Academic Advisor

  Temple University College of Education

  Serve as the advisor to the DECA student organization at James Madison University.

  Faculty / Staff Advisor

  DECA