Experience

DePaul University-College of Education

• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Assistant Dean, Assessment, Planning & Effectiveness

  • May 2018 - Present

  ● Leads development and implementation of a comprehensive evaluation process using instruments with validity and reliability evidence for the College including assessment of learner achievement of program objectives and program evaluation (course evaluation, program evaluation, faculty evaluations). o Collaborates with Associate Dean of Faculty to provide support and direction to departments and programs engaging in curricular mapping, undertaking self-studies, developing or revising course objectives and student outcomes, writing TLA and APR reports, and submitting faculty line/budget requests. ● Leads College’s assessment, data collection and documentation processes required to maintain compliance with all state, federal and accreditation reporting requirements and standards including the Illinois State Board of Education (IBSE), Higher Learning Commission (HLC), and Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). ● Assists the Dean to lead college’s continuous quality improvement process by collecting, analyzing and interpreting data from various sources to inform and develop reports that identify and suggest areas of effectiveness and improvement for the College and its delivery of data‐informed, equity‐driven, and highly effective academic programs. Coordinates course-based data collection and reporting to inform academic planning and course-specific decision-making across COE programs. ● Participates in and meaningfully contributes to the development and advancement of the college’s assessment, strategic planning and effectiveness priorities by serving as a member of the Dean’s Leadership Council and by regularly meeting to advise the Dean. ● Leads management of college and unit-level systems used to create and maintain databases and data collection processes. ● Serves as Licensure Officer, adhering to Illinois School Code and adopted rules to entitle or endorse teacher education candidates. Show less



Penn State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Adjunct Faculty Member, College of Education

  • Jan 2020 - Present



DePaul University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Faculty Member, College of Education

  • Aug 2019 - Present

  ● Develops course syllabi and identifies materials and assignments that supported program/department goals and course objectives. ● Delivers effective instruction through various pedagogical methods that support a range of appropriate learning activities and styles. ● Supports student engagement by creating a positive classroom environment that encourages active and collaborative learning. ● Manages class and learning environments by maintaining attendance records, providing timely and constructive feedback to students throughout the semester, and submitting grades on time. ● Evaluates student performance based on course objectives, student learning outcomes, and assignment rubrics. ● Chairs doctoral student capstone research and dissertation committees and advises candidates throughout research process. ● Serves as University Supervisor for Educational Leadership Master’s Program 200-hour internship requirement. Show less



Lewis University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Institutional Accreditation Professional

  • Mar 2018 - May 2018

  ●Assisted Associate Provost for Academic Administration & Accreditation with activities in support of the institution’s reaffirmation of accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission.●Reviewed, synthesized, and edited institutional accreditation documents.●Worked in collaboration with the AQIP Faculty Director to collect and organize institutional evidence in preparation of the Lewis Systems Portfolio Addendum, Quality Highlights Report, and Federal Compliance accreditation documents.● Reviewed and edited accreditation evidence submitted by University stakeholders.●Participated as a member of the University AQIP Action Project Committee and University Assessment Committee.●Worked in collaboration with the Associate Vice President for Institutional Research and Planning to prepare documents and reports detailing results of University research and activities. Show less

• Assistant Dean of Student Affairs for Assessment, Student Development and Leadership

  • Aug 2015 - Mar 2018

  ●Led the development and implementation of assessment initiatives across multiple student affairs areas including oversight of strategic planning, program effectiveness, and data management.●Directed Division Higher Learning Commission AQIP Action Project focused on strategic planning and program effectiveness measurement.●Collaborated with the Office of Institutional Research and Associate Provost for Academic Administration & Accreditation to advance University assessment and accreditation efforts. ●Provided guidance and training to student services staff in areas related to student retention, policy development, student organization advising, hazing education and leadership development. ●Developed and implemented co-curricular initiatives to support University retention goals of increasing first to second year and second to third year continuation rates including introduction of a Student Senate, revisions to Commuter Council programming, and the implementation of the co-curricular engagement platform, Presence. ●Collaborated with Academic Affairs and other departments to support at-risk students.● Coordinated new student orientation efforts in Student Affairs in collaboration with Enrollment Management and Academic Affairs to support the transition process of new students and their families to the University community. ●Provided fiscal oversight and led annual student funding appropriation of $650,000 budget for the office of Student Development & Leadership, institutional co-curricular programming, registered student clubs and organizations, and the Student Senate. ●Supervised the 3 full-time and 8-10 student staff members within Student Development & Leadership and the Student Organization Resource Center (SORC) Office. ● Led the coordination of major campus co-curricular events including: Welcome Week, Parent SOAR Orientation Program, Spirit Week and I Love Lewis Day, and Family Day.● Served on student conduct and Title IX hearing boards. Show less



St. Mary's University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Coordinator of Student Development Assessment

  • Nov 2013 - Jul 2015

  ●Researched, collected, and analyzed data related to Division objectives, program effectiveness, and student learning outcomes. ●Developed and implemented qualitative and quantitative assessment instruments for Division initiatives. ●Led the development of Division’s assessment agenda and established processes for strategic planning and program effectiveness measurement that aligned with University processes. ●Summarized findings, wrote executive reports and presented assessment results to Division and University leaderships. ●Designed and directed major Division studies related to campus vibrancy, campus climate, and student residency.●Directed divisional work related to development of University’s new strategic plan, Gateway: A Vision for St. Mary’s University.●Led 3-year redesign of the ND 0101: Personal and Academic Development first-year course curriculum.●Developed and implemented innovative assessment and evaluation strategies including the “Question of the Week” assessment initiative recognized by NASPA’s Assessment, Evaluation and Research Knowledge Community. ●Assisted with University’s SACS (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools) Accreditation process.●Served as a member of the Division’s Student Development Leadership Council and as the Division’s representative on the university’s Institutional Effectiveness, SACS Accreditation, and Gateway Strategic Planning Committees.●Chaired Division’s Assessment Committee. Show less

• Associate Director for Civic Engagement

  • Feb 2012 - Jul 2015

  ●Directed Center’s civic engagement initiatives in support of University and City of San Antonio objectives.●Developed and fostered collaborative relationships with faculty and key university administrators to advocate for a culture of civic engagement.●Supervised the Marianist Leadership Program and Civic Engagement Coordinator and the Service and Volunteer Coordinator full-time staff positions.●Developed systems that ensured integration and efficiency of internal and external communication, information management, policy development, and workflow, as well as the technological tools needed to support service learning activities.●Assisted faculty with development of new service learning and civic engagement-based courses as well as the adaptation of existing courses to fully integrate service and civic engagement opportunities into course learning objectives and activities.●Assisted with development and implementation of service and civic engagement-related courses for institution’s new core curriculum, including design of the SMC 2302: Civic Engagement and Social Action and SMC 4301: Capstone Seminar courses.●Supported community partner agency initiatives, programs and activities, specifically in the creation of service and civic engagement partnerships.●Developed and delivered Center’s presentations on community service, service-learning, and civic engagement.●Led the development of assessment methods for service learning and civic engagement activities. Show less

• Adjunct Professor

  • Aug 2011 - Jul 2015

  ●Developed course syllabi and identified materials and assignments that supported program/department goals and course objectives.●Delivered effective instruction through various pedagogical methods that supported a range of appropriate learning activities and styles. ●Supported student engagement by creating a positive classroom environment that encouraged active and collaborative learning.●Managed class and learning environments by maintaining attendance records, providing timely and constructive feedback to students throughout the semester, and submitting grades on time.●Evaluated student performance based on course objectives, student learning outcomes, and assignment rubrics.●Courses taught included:SMC 1301, Foundations of Civilizations, HistoricalSMC 1313, Foundations of Reflections: OthersSMC 2302, Civic Engagement and Social ActionSMC 4301, Capstone Seminar: Prospects for Community & CivilizationND 0101, Personal and Academic Development Show less

• Assistant Director for Civic Engagement

  • Aug 2010 - Feb 2012

  ●Assisted faculty with creation of new service learning and civic engagement-based courses as well as the adaptation of existing courses to fully integrate service involvement into course learning objectives and activities.●Provided workshops, seminars, and print or online materials on service learning and course development and assessment for faculty members. ●Developed mechanisms for tracking and reporting data/statistics, both for internal and external consumption, related to service and service-learning activities, which led to national recognition that included the Corporation for National and Community Service’s 2010 Presidential Award; the Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll (with distinction); and Washington Monthly’s 2010 ranking of #1 in nation for community involvement.●Supported community partner agency initiatives, programs, and activities through the development of university-community partnerships and the recruitment of student volunteers.●Provided support in researching, applying for, and managing civic engagement and service related grants with the assistance of University Development. ●Provided service and civic engagement advising for students enrolled in service learning courses, matching students with appropriate community placements based on student interest and availability.●Served as University representative on City of San Antonio initiatives such as SA 2020 and Mentoring Matters. Show less



The University of Texas at San Antonio

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Instructor

  • Nov 2012 - Jul 2015

  ●Developed course syllabi and identified materials and assignments that supported program/department goals and course objectives. ●Delivered effective instruction through various pedagogical methods that supported a range of appropriate learning activities and styles. ●Supported student engagement by creating a positive classroom environment that encouraged active and collaborative learning. ●Managed class and learning environments by maintaining attendance records, providing timely and constructive feedback to students throughout the semester, and submitting grades on time. ●Evaluated student performance based on course objectives, student learning outcomes, and assignment rubrics. ●Courses taught included: HSA 5023, Foundations and Functions of College Student Personnel HSA 6123, Program Planning and Assessment HSA 6143, Administration of Student Services in Higher Education Show less



Penn State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Graduate Research Assistant, Center for the Study of Higher Education

  • Aug 2006 - Aug 2010



Franklin & Marshall College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Associate Director, Center for Liberal Arts and Society

  • Aug 2003 - Aug 2006