Jordan Lewton
Academic Advisor at Des Moines Area Community College- Claim this Profile
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Amy Rozek, M.Ed.
I hired Jordan as a part-time academic counselor and can honestly say it was one of the best hiring decisions I ever made. Luckily, we were able to retain her and finally bring her on in a full-time capacity as our Evening and Online counselor. Jordan is a dynamic employee who always did whatever it took to get the job done. She was constantly looking for the best way to achieve her goals and frequently suggested process improvements. Additionally, she is fantastic with students and always puts service to them at the top of her priority list. I'm now blessed to collaborate with her on a few projects as we are both in different roles now. She has my strongest recommendation and full support.
John Weng, MA, ICF PCC
Jordan is a phenomenal practitioner who is student-centered, level-headed, and a great person to work with. Working with Jordan was a highlight of my time working in Greek Life where I was able to witness her passion and drive to see students' succeed through the programmatic efforts of the office as well as advising student leader. Jordan is an inspiration to me and I would recommend her as a mentor and practitioner!
Amy Rozek, M.Ed.
I hired Jordan as a part-time academic counselor and can honestly say it was one of the best hiring decisions I ever made. Luckily, we were able to retain her and finally bring her on in a full-time capacity as our Evening and Online counselor. Jordan is a dynamic employee who always did whatever it took to get the job done. She was constantly looking for the best way to achieve her goals and frequently suggested process improvements. Additionally, she is fantastic with students and always puts service to them at the top of her priority list. I'm now blessed to collaborate with her on a few projects as we are both in different roles now. She has my strongest recommendation and full support.
John Weng, MA, ICF PCC
Jordan is a phenomenal practitioner who is student-centered, level-headed, and a great person to work with. Working with Jordan was a highlight of my time working in Greek Life where I was able to witness her passion and drive to see students' succeed through the programmatic efforts of the office as well as advising student leader. Jordan is an inspiration to me and I would recommend her as a mentor and practitioner!
Amy Rozek, M.Ed.
I hired Jordan as a part-time academic counselor and can honestly say it was one of the best hiring decisions I ever made. Luckily, we were able to retain her and finally bring her on in a full-time capacity as our Evening and Online counselor. Jordan is a dynamic employee who always did whatever it took to get the job done. She was constantly looking for the best way to achieve her goals and frequently suggested process improvements. Additionally, she is fantastic with students and always puts service to them at the top of her priority list. I'm now blessed to collaborate with her on a few projects as we are both in different roles now. She has my strongest recommendation and full support.
John Weng, MA, ICF PCC
Jordan is a phenomenal practitioner who is student-centered, level-headed, and a great person to work with. Working with Jordan was a highlight of my time working in Greek Life where I was able to witness her passion and drive to see students' succeed through the programmatic efforts of the office as well as advising student leader. Jordan is an inspiration to me and I would recommend her as a mentor and practitioner!
Amy Rozek, M.Ed.
I hired Jordan as a part-time academic counselor and can honestly say it was one of the best hiring decisions I ever made. Luckily, we were able to retain her and finally bring her on in a full-time capacity as our Evening and Online counselor. Jordan is a dynamic employee who always did whatever it took to get the job done. She was constantly looking for the best way to achieve her goals and frequently suggested process improvements. Additionally, she is fantastic with students and always puts service to them at the top of her priority list. I'm now blessed to collaborate with her on a few projects as we are both in different roles now. She has my strongest recommendation and full support.
John Weng, MA, ICF PCC
Jordan is a phenomenal practitioner who is student-centered, level-headed, and a great person to work with. Working with Jordan was a highlight of my time working in Greek Life where I was able to witness her passion and drive to see students' succeed through the programmatic efforts of the office as well as advising student leader. Jordan is an inspiration to me and I would recommend her as a mentor and practitioner!
Credentials
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Applying the QM Rubric
QM Quality MattersMay, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Safe Zones Ally (LGBT)
University of Hawaii at ManoaAug, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Safe Zones Ally (LGBT)
San Diego State UniversityMar, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Eliminate Campus Sexual Violence (Title IX Training)
San Diego State UniversityOct, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
Defensive Driving
San Diego State UniversityDec, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
Multicultural Competency
University of West FloridaJul, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention
University of West FloridaJun, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
L.I.N.K.S. Mentor
Marine Corps Community ServicesJan, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
L.I.N.K.S. for Spouses
Marine Corps Community ServicesJan, 2012- Nov, 2024 -
Mental Health First Aid
National Council for Behavioral HealthApr, 2015- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Des Moines Area Community College
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Academic Advisor
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Nov 2022 - Present
I provide academic advising services to current students enrolled at DMACC. I partner with academic program chairs/faculty and staff to support students from students' first semester through graduation/transfer. I provide academic advising services to current students enrolled at DMACC. I partner with academic program chairs/faculty and staff to support students from students' first semester through graduation/transfer.
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Leeward Community College
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Online Counselor
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Jan 2020 - Oct 2022
As the Online Counselor, I provided proactive, individualized short and long-term academic and career counseling to over 300 online liberal arts students, primarily through phone and video conference. During my time at Leeward I implemented a new Online Learning Orientation program to support new online learners, coordinated and facilitated information sessions to increase enrollment, hosted and facilitated skill-building workshops, and collaborated with colleagues to improve processes and increase student enrollment, engagement, and success. Through this role, I increased my ability to work with a diverse student population. I helped implement a communication plan using a new 2-way text messaging platform. And I developed and maintained relationships with colleagues while working remotely at Leeward and throughout the 10 campus UH system. Show less
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Lecturer
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May 2020 - Aug 2022
As a lecturer, I taught a course called Introduction to College. The course was intended for new college students, specifically those planning to pursue their degree online. Through the course, I taught skills and strategies related to success in college such as goal setting, life-long learning, understanding yourself, critical thinking, communication, relationship building, study skills like reading and test-taking, time management, college resources. While at Leeward, I exclusively taught the course as an accelerated (5-week), fully-online, asynchronous course during the summer months. Show less
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Windward Community College
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Evening and Online Counselor
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Jul 2017 - Jan 2020
As the evening and online coordinator, I worked to provide greater access to higher education, primarily working with adult students (24+). By incorporating technology, intentionally flexible scheduling, and an appreciative advising approach, I was able to connect with and support a number of students, helping them reach their academic, career, and/or personal goals through higher education, specifically at Windward Community College. Throughout my time, I also partnered and collaborated with various departments across the campus as well as the University of Hawaii system to ensure strategic creation and implementation of resources to support students. Some of the work I did included course scheduling/consulting, online learning orientation creation/facilitation, and college success coaching. Show less
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Lecturer
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Jul 2017 - Aug 2019
As a lecturer, I teach a course called Introduction to College, which teaches students skills and strategies related to success in college such as goal setting, life-long learning, understanding yourself, critical thinking, communication, relationship building, study skills like reading and test-taking, time management, college resources. I have taught the course as part of a first-year learning community paired with and Information and Computer Science course, as an evening, hybrid (F2F and online) stand-alone course geared towards returning adults, as a fully-online, asynchronous course, and as an accelerated 5-week, fully-online, asynchronous course. Show less
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Academic Counselor
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Oct 2016 - Jun 2017
As Academic Counselor, I provided academic advising regarding students' academic endeavors from admission and registration to transfer and graduation, counseling students on their curricular requirements, options, and various policies and procedures. I also helped students learn and develop strategies to improve their GPA. Additionally, I served on the College's Sexual Violence Prevention Program Committee, working to educate students about issues pertinent to Title IX, Violence Against Women Act, and Campus Sexual Violence Elimination (SaVE) Act. Show less
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San Diego State University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Student Life Advisor - Fraternity & Sorority Life
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Aug 2013 - May 2016
As the student life advisor for fraternity and sorority life working in the department of Student Life and Leadership at San Diego State University, I provided professional support to the fraternity and sorority community serving students and families, alumni and faculty/staff volunteers and professionals working at organizations’ inter/national headquarters. Overarching responsibilities included advising in a one-on-one and group setting, planning and coordinating events, programs and training, administrative tasks and acting as a liaison between the community and University. SKILLS/ABILITIES risk reduction | recruitment/retention | student engagement | assessment | administrative management | event planning | calendar planning | leadership development | committee work | policy/procedure development and implementation | website maintenance | email correspondence | database utilization | Google Applications | Microsoft Office Show less
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University of West Florida
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Intern - Assessment
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Jan 2013 - Apr 2013
As the assessment intern, I assisted with administrative tasks, working with Excel and Word applications.
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Graduate Assistant - Student Organizations
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May 2011 - Apr 2013
As the student organizations graduate assistant I provided paraprofessional support to the University Commons and Student Activities department staff and student team. Responsibilities included coordinating student involvement fairs, skill development workshops, and training related to the administrative functions of student organizations. In addition, I served as the administrator of the student involvement database, Campus Labs CollegiateLink product, referred to as ArgoPulse at the University of West Florida. As such, I oversaw new student organization registrations, event requests, and messaging within the system. Furthermore, I developed resources (view on the student organization website http://uwf.edu/studentorgs) and implemented processes that streamlined support efforts such as assisting students with registering their organization, registering events, and acquiring an external bank account in accordance with University policies. I also enjoyed the responsibility of advising and guiding student leaders and advisors in event planning, conflict management, team building, fundraising, and officer transition. Show less
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Teaching Assistant - Academic Foundations Seminar
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Aug 2012 - Dec 2012
Assisted in a course designed to maximize potential for college success and ease the transition from high school to college by familiarizing students with campus resources and teaching study habits and skills.Teaching responsibilities included developing Prezi presentations on topics such as communication skills and relationship building, facilitating student learning through in-class lecture, guiding students through hands-on learning exercises to bring course material into a relatable context, and utilizing Blackboard online program for attendance tracking, grade tracking, and messaging students about upcoming deadlines and other reminders.Additional tasks included generating a Google Form to track students participation in activities outside the classroom and assessing students' work objectively, giving constructive feedback in a timely manner. Show less
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Tri Delta
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Field Consultant
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Jun 2010 - Apr 2011
As a Tri Delta Field Consultant my responsibilities were to represent the Fraternity at collegiate chapters throughout the United States and Canada. I traveled to nearly 30 chapters at the following institutions: West Georgia, Auburn, Georgia, Rhodes, Towson, Allegheny, Charleston, South Carolina, North Carolina-Chapel Hill, Duke, Pennsylvania, Purdue, Boston College, Toronto, Maryland, Rose-Hulman, Franklin, Spring Hill, Furman, Clemson, Wofford, Florida, South Florida, Jacksonville, William and Mary, James Madison, Wake Forest, Elon, and North Carolina-Raleigh. During each visit I advised collegiate officers, consulted with alumni advisors, volunteers, and university administrators to identify collegiate chapter needs, and provided recommendations for chapter development and Fraternity support. I facilitated a number of uniquely designed presentations for collegiate chapter members with audiences ranging in size of up to 250. Show less
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Lutheran Services in Iowa
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United States
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Mental Health Care
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200 - 300 Employee
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Intern - Program Support
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Feb 2010 - May 2010
I served as an intern at LSI's People Place in Ames, Iowa. People Place provides programs that support families ranging from a resource library to drop-in day care for children to parent groups and more! I was responsible for providing additional support in the child care center, parent support groups, resource library and preparation for home visitations. This internship was part of the requirements for my major at Iowa State. I served as an intern at LSI's People Place in Ames, Iowa. People Place provides programs that support families ranging from a resource library to drop-in day care for children to parent groups and more! I was responsible for providing additional support in the child care center, parent support groups, resource library and preparation for home visitations. This internship was part of the requirements for my major at Iowa State.
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Iowa State University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Administrative Assistant
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Jan 2010 - May 2010
As an Administrative Assistant I was able to shadow graduate student lead stress management counseling sessions and handle confidential patient information in adherence to HIPPA regulations. I was also responsible for referring students to the appropriate resources and information in the Health Center and on campus as well as managing the appointment schedules of health care professionals. As an Administrative Assistant I was able to shadow graduate student lead stress management counseling sessions and handle confidential patient information in adherence to HIPPA regulations. I was also responsible for referring students to the appropriate resources and information in the Health Center and on campus as well as managing the appointment schedules of health care professionals.
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Camp Adventure Youth Services at Pearl Harbor
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Pearl Harbor (Oahu, HI)
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Camp Director
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May 2009 - Aug 2009
The responsibilities of the Director were to plan and coordinate the daily activity schedule of four counselors and 45 campers (aged 8-12), lead weekly goal setting and activity planning meetings with the four collegiate counselors I supervised, and write weekly reports for my supervisor. I also worked very closely with parents and the Child Life Specialist to manage and assess childrens' behavior. The responsibilities of the Director were to plan and coordinate the daily activity schedule of four counselors and 45 campers (aged 8-12), lead weekly goal setting and activity planning meetings with the four collegiate counselors I supervised, and write weekly reports for my supervisor. I also worked very closely with parents and the Child Life Specialist to manage and assess childrens' behavior.
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Education
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2011 - 2013
University of West Florida
Master of Education (M.Ed.), College Student Affairs Administration (CSAA) -
2008 - 2010
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Child, Adult, and Family Services -
2006 - 2008
Simpson College
General Studies
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