Experience

University of Hawaii at Hilo

• United States
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Associate Director

  • Nov 2021 - Present

  • Provide programming, advising and services to meet the college preparatory needs of East Hawaii County participants demonstrating interest in pursuing post secondary majors leading to careers requiring a baccalaureate degree and meet participant and program outcome objectives, as contained in the funded grant• Conduct presentations to explain the Upward Bound post secondary education (PSE) preparatory mission and participant outcome objectives to high school students, parents, school and personnel• Recruit applicants; evaluate applicants to determine eligibility for program services; conduct applicant interviews• Administer standardized tests/inventories to assess applicant academic need for program and potential for PSE success; provide an admission recommendation based on applicant's academic potential and motivation• Collaborate with faculty, parents, school teachers and counselors, and mentors to prescribe an appropriate pre-college PSE preparatory education and career exploratory services for each participant• Use school grades, test scores, and participant-self-report to develop an individualized participant postsecondary education (PSE) preparatory plan• Provide access to academic services that meet participant individual needs, such as tutoring, supplemental, test-taking and study skills instruction• Monitor and record the academic, career exploration and personal development progress of each participant• Conduct college & career related exploration activities including but not limited to college fairs and college tours, college and career shadowing days; provide participants with opportunities to receive instruction and mentoring from professionals in career fields• Create and maintains detailed academic and PSE preparatory progress records on each participant; provide events to recognize successful participant performance

• Program Coordinator

  • Sep 2018 - Nov 2021

  • Provide programming, advising and services to meet the college preparatory needs of East Hawaii County participants demonstrating interest in pursuing post secondary majors leading to careers requiring a baccalaureate degree and meet participant and program outcome objectives, as contained in the funded grant• Conduct presentations to explain the Upward Bound post secondary education (PSE) preparatory mission and participant outcome objectives to high school students, parents, school and personnel• Recruit applicants; evaluate applicants to determine eligibility for program services; conduct applicant interviews• Administer standardized tests/inventories to assess applicant academic need for program and potential for PSE success; provide an admission recommendation based on applicant's academic potential and motivation• Collaborate with faculty, parents, school teachers and counselors, and mentors to prescribe an appropriate pre-college PSE preparatory education and career exploratory services for each participant• Use school grades, test scores, and participant-self-report to develop an individualized participant postsecondary education (PSE) preparatory plan• Provide access to academic services that meet participant individual needs, such as tutoring, supplemental, test-taking and study skills instruction• Monitor and record the academic, career exploration and personal development progress of each participant• Conduct college & career related exploration activities including but not limited to college fairs and college tours, college and career shadowing days; provide participants with opportunities to receive instruction and mentoring from professionals in career fields• Create and maintains detailed academic and PSE preparatory progress records on each participant; provide events to recognize successful participant performance



Easterseals Hawaii

• United States
• Individual and Family Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Case Coordinator

  • Jan 2018 - Sep 2018

  • Maintained a caseload of participants in the Adult & Youth Home and Community Based Services for 15-20 participants • Supervised 10-13 Direct Support Workers (DSW) who work with the 15-20 participants • Provided assistance and coached individuals with developmental disabilities to meet goals and outcomes that increased their independence, developed natural supports and friendships, and ability to contribute to society • Coached these individuals in a variety of life skills, including socialization, communication, and money management • Corresponded with DSW, families, guardians, and Dept. of Health Case Managers • Completed monthly visits with DSW are following participant specific care plans



Pahoa Elementary School

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Student/Parent Involvement Activities Coordinator

  • Aug 2017 - Dec 2017

  • Coordinated monthly student award luncheons for students and parents • Communicated with both faculty and staff to notify the PES monthly events • Coordinated monthly literacy family nights • Outreached to faculty and staff to volunteer with family nights • Connected with community partners to organize donations and informational booths and/or presentations • Created learning activities for students and families to enjoy during family nights • Coordinated monthly student award luncheons for students and parents • Communicated with both faculty and staff to notify the PES monthly events • Coordinated monthly literacy family nights • Outreached to faculty and staff to volunteer with family nights • Connected with community partners to organize donations and informational booths and/or presentations • Created learning activities for students and families to enjoy during family nights



Northern Arizona University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Adminstrative Specialist, Sr.

  • Aug 2015 - May 2017

  • Interacted with students, parents, and faculty to provide accurate updated information and directed them to the proper resources in a timely manner • Coordinated front desk operations including scheduling appointments and answering telephone calls for office of more than 30 professional staff • Spoke one-on-one with students to identify their individual needs and get them to the correct resources • Researched student issues that arise via student phone calls or emails using PeopleSoft, GTAC, Business Objects and OnBase to provide information to supervisors and advisors • Compiled hiring packets for Human Resources with all hiring paperwork information with successful candidate • Recorded and reported weekly staff meeting minutes to staff members



Northern Arizona University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Career and Academic Advisor

  • Aug 2014 - May 2015

  • Advised incoming first year students, and undeclared students about their goals, major, and academic path • Responsible for tracking 150 advisees by using various databases such as PeopleSoft and Business Objects to ensure they were successful in their courses, receiving positive GPS messages and staying on track for graduation • Outreached to advisees who were at risk and provided them options and resources to work toward a path of success • Met one-on-one with each advisee a minimum of once per academic term to teach them about their resources including the academic catalog, degree progression plans, and the academic requirements report as well as guided them to taking the most appropriate courses • Assessed unofficial transcripts, and AP scores to assist incoming students to understand how their transfer credits would assist them in their educational path



Coconino County Community Services

• Flagstaff, Arizona Area

• Case Manager Student Intern

  • Jan 2014 - Feb 2015

  • Interviewed clients (in office or home visits) to assess their individual crisis, asked probing questions to ensure had complete information, and followed-up with necessary agencies to verify crisis • Reviewed each clients particular situation and identified how they met the guidelines for various funding sources, and then provide funding as able • Advocated for clients to various funding sources by talking individually with the funding source and demonstrating how the client met their guidelines • Arranged, attended and assessed homes of senior citizens for available and appropriate resources for the individual • Managed front desk of Coconino County Community Services by answering clients phone calls, directing them to appropriate resources, scheduling appointments and making copies of critical documentation



Northern Arizona University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Student Worker, Cline Library

  • Aug 2012 - May 2014

  • Directed over 300 students, faculty and staff per week to various areas within the library to access the resources they needed to obtain their information • Checked-in and checked-out books, study rooms, laptops, and other media items to students and faculty • Answered three telephone lines as well as the library online chat to address patrons questions in a quick and efficient manner • Maintained building appearance by pushing in chairs, correctly aligning chairs, return books to proper locations • Updated DVD cases and sleeves with appropriate information and correct call numbers