Professor

• Jan 2023 - Present

Develop and teach core classes in the RN/Associates of Arts in Nursing program• Academic Coaching• ENG101: Writing Composition• COM101: Oral Communication

Adjunct Professor of English

• Aug 2022 - Dec 2022

Founder/Running Coach and Race Director

• Aug 2018 - Present

Rancho Racing is a local company that designs, markets, and produces running/walking events in Rancho Cucamonga for athletes of all levels. We also offer coaching services and sponsorship opportunities. Race Director  Create and execute all event planning, budgeting, marketing and promotions, logistics, race-day execution and post-race wrap-up.  Execute race logistics from inception to completion: creation/management of an operating plan, permitting, scheduling of police, medics, labor, and work with vendors to secure all race collateral (awards, medals, swag, food, etc.) while adhering to a budget.  Create reporting for analysis of registration data including weekly tracking, demographics for marketing/sponsors, and event-specific data needs.  Develop staffing plans; recruit, train and manage staff  Recruit and manage volunteers and develop volunteer assignments  Manage merchandise and apparel design and selection  Manage registration database Marketing and Communications  Write and coordinate production of event and promotional emails  Develop and produce marketing materials and collateral  Manage a marketing and communications budget to achieve maximum impact  Schedule and coordinate promotion at events  Update and maintain event information on websites  Manage social media, including Facebook & Instagram Running Coach  Coach individuals and groups aiming to complete their first 5K, 10K, half marathon, and/or marathon  Coach established runners to improve their performance and earn new personal bests  Design training plans and map daily running routes  Oversee weekly speed/track workouts as well as hill workouts to increase strength and speed  Design and lead strength training sessions focused on improving running efficiency, preventing muscular imbalances, and preventing injury  Deliver workshops (formal and informal) to educate participants on relevant running topics (hydration, shoes, proper footwear and attire, nutrition, etc.) Show less

Founder/Academic and Dissertation Coach

• Jul 2018 - Present

The Doctoral Support Team provides academic and dissertation coaching to help graduate students complete their academic coursework, earn their degrees, and maintain a healthy school-work-life balance while doing so. We help graduate students navigate the transition back to academia, manage their workload and extracurricular activities; implement effective study strategies; manage their procrastination and academic performance anxiety; identify the barriers to students’ academic success and assist students in creating realistic and achievable action plans for overcoming those challenges. We focus on the needs of the individual learner and provide honest, empathetic coaching and support services to help you earn your degree. Academic/Dissertation Coach • Conduct weekly or bi-weekly individual meetings with students to help identify issues of concern; create specific action plans to address these concerns; establish a realistic timeline to help students accomplish their self-identified goals; provide regular check-ins to monitor and adjust students’ goals and course of action. • Support with transitioning to the demands of graduate school and/or full-time study. • Provide advice and guidance on navigating aspects of students’ academic programs, such as coursework, the dissertation writing process, and maintaining a healthy school-work-life balance. • Help determine short- and long-term goals with measurable weekly objectives; develop an action plan for each week; and monitor/adjust goals on an ongoing basis. • Assist students develop self-efficacy and self-awareness by identifying and overcoming obstacles impeding academic success • Teach students research-based strategies to strengthen time management and organization skills • Cultivate students’ application of the most effective study habits at the graduate school level • Motivate students to practice self-regulation and take ownership of their academic success Show less

Curriculum Developer

• Jul 2022 - Dec 2022

Vice President and Provost

• Jan 2021 - May 2022

The California Institute of Advanced Management (CIAM) is a WSCUC-accredited, non-profit graduate school offering an MBA with concentrations in Business Analytics and Program Management. All courses in our experiential learning curriculum integrate high-impact learning practices and Peter F. Drucker’s philosophy of Management as a Liberal Art. The Vice President/Provost is responsible for the effective leadership and administration of the major operational areas of the university, including Academics, Assessment & Institutional Research, Administration, Student Affairs, Student Success, Admissions, Registrar, Human Resources, and Marketing. • Advised the President on matters regarding academic policy, planning, and development. • Actively participated as a member of the President’s Cabinet and assisted the President and other senior managers in achieving priority institutional objectives identified in the Strategic Plan. • Ensured that the curriculum and program offerings appropriately reflected the vision and mission of the university. • Oversaw compliance with the state licensing (BPPE) and accrediting agencies (WSCUC). • Supported enrollment management initiatives and innovations in programs and delivery methods that responded promptly to a rapidly changing environment. • Oversaw the creation of a comprehensive, integrated retention plan. • Oversaw the systematic and routine assessment of all academic programs and student support services to measure and plan continuous improvement. • Ensured that the college offered an inclusive environment that celebrates and promotes understanding and respect within a diverse student body, staff, and community. • Developed mutually beneficial partnerships between the university and business/industry, non-profit organizations, and other educational institutions. Show less

Co-Founder and Chief Academic Officer

• Apr 2018 - Jan 2021

Business English Elite delivers customized, on-site English language development courses for working adults/professionals as a means of helping organizations improve their overall performance. • Responsible for the leadership, development and implementation of purposeful and meaningful instructional systems that encourage the rigorous, developmentally appropriate, and relevant English language improvement of working professionals including: curriculum, assessments, and instructional tools; learning plans and interventions; and industry-specific support systems. • Ensures instructional lessons are consistently standards-based, objective-driven, and effectively delivered with an urgent focus on individual student mastery. • Develops research-informed academic enrichment/support curricula responsive to learners’ needs. • Oversees the gathering, analysis, and interpretation of student achievement data to identify and address academic needs. • Evaluates overall program effectiveness based on participation and achievement of designated organizational goals; recommends modifications to improve program performance or creates new program offerings. • Works collaboratively to develop improvement, corrective action, restructuring plans and to apply support for students not meeting their supporting organization’s goals/benchmarks. • Supports teachers in engaging students in rigorous, developmentally-appropriate, and culturally responsive learning. • Coordinates and monitors the selection, evaluation, and adoption of new instructional materials, methods, and programs. • Monitors educational research, trends, and developments in the areas of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and the usage of data to support improvement efforts and program development. • Assists in developing administrative regulations and operating manuals as needed. Show less

Lecturer

• Jan 2020 - Jun 2020

Teaching courses to international undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the CSUSB English Language Program (ELP) as a part of the university’s College of Extended and Global Education (CEGE). • Provide instruction in accordance with ELP curriculum, course objectives, student learning outcomes, and class schedules • Communicate course objectives and specific learning outcomes to students, and clearly outline the grading policies for the course • Design interactive and motivational classroom activities that support the instruction of student learning objectives with a communicative aim to fully engage participants and reinforce student learning • Maintain timely, accurate academic records and submit all required course documentation by set deadlines • Participate in faculty meetings • Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics • Additionally, carry non-teaching responsibilities, such as student advising, testing, and providing continuity and stability to the ELP Show less

Director Of Operations

• Apr 2017 - Apr 2018

Title promotion to reflect re-organization within the company. Responsibilities remained the same as Operations Manager, below.

Operations Manager

• Aug 2011 - Apr 2017

• Oversaw day-to-day logistics and Operations staff of a $21-million-dollar network of privately-owned English language schools with seven year-round locations and three summer-only locations across the United States, providing English language instruction, study-tour programs, and supplemental student services to more than 7,000 students annually from over 25 countries. • Served as SEVIS Designated School Official (DSO), DSO trainer, and DSO advisor overseeing I-20 regulation compliance and advising international students regarding regulations and policies for F and J categories. • Co-chaired Accreditation Steering Committees for both the Commission on English Language Accreditation (CEA) and the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET).• Served as recruiter, trainer, and on-site manager/company liaison for six-week-long summer-only programs on the campuses of California State University, Northridge and California State University, Fullerton with enrollments surpassing 800 students and 90 staff at peak, while netting over $1.5 million annually.• Developed effective strategies and standard operating procedures with site Directors and site staff to ensure student retention, growing student satisfaction outcomes, complex course scheduling, optimum use of faculty and facilities, and the resolution of administrative issues.• Ensured compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, accrediting organization standards, and company policies and procedures by regularly and systemically auditing company records and files (student, financial, personnel, academic).• As lead for Operations talent acquisition, recruited, hired, and trained key personnel, such as school Directors and department coordinators.• Served on the Operations & Budgetary Accounting Committee, regularly reviewing company expenditures with the President and CFO to ensure consistent application of financial policies and procedures. Show less

Director

• Mar 2008 - Nov 2013

• Supervised day-to-day operations of a year-round Intensive English Program’s academic, student services, and housing programs that served an annual enrollment of 1,250 – 2,000 IEP and study-tour program students from more than 25 countries.• Served as SEVIS Designated School Official (DSO), overseeing I-20 regulation compliance and advising international students regarding immigration regulations and school policies for F and J categories. • Managed all fiscal oversight, including operational budgets, payroll, collection of ARs, and on-site sales.• Planned and coordinated operational logistics of group study-tour programs, orchestrating the largest staff in company history with over 30 teachers, 275 host families, 75 camp counselors & 25 drivers.• Organized marketing campaigns for international exposure, as well as gaining local exposure for the program through press releases, advertising, and local networking.• Increased efficiency of site operations, slashing labor costs by over 40% within the first calendar year while increasing student satisfaction rates to better than 97% annually.• Doubled the annual matriculation rate of FLS International students to Citrus College and increased the transfer rate to local colleges and universities.• Served as Emergency Information Officer (EIO) on the Citrus College campus, helping direct strategic or tactical responses coordinated by the emergency response team. Show less

Instructor

• Sep 2007 - Feb 2008

• Implemented English language curriculum to English language learners in Speaking and Structure Practice (SSP) courses and Reading and Writing (RW) courses at Intermediate, Advanced, and Masters levels. • Instructed TOEFL iBT preparation course, emphasis in writing skills. • Created and delivered curriculum for elective courses, including: Conversation Skills, Phrasal Verbs, Idioms, Business Communications, and Creative Writing. • Collaborated with instructors to share expertise in content delivery, grading, and course design. • Served as proctor and/or test administrator for on-site TOEFL iBT. Show less

Assistant Area Coordinator

• Sep 2006 - Apr 2007

• Collaborated with Area Coordinators and Regional Manager in training, assignment, and management of employees/service providers providing various special needs services (speech and language pathologists, physical and occupational therapists, behavior support specialists, school counselors and psychologists) to charter and non-public schools in the greater Los Angeles area. • Served as direct contact to more than 45 schools/clients in the San Fernando Valley and northern Los Angeles County, 60 employees/service providers, and other regional TES branch offices. • Designed new data-tracking documents to streamline the processing of more than 600 student records operating in nearly 100 schools across the greater Los Angeles region. • Audited employee billing procedures and statements, improving accuracy in client billing and collections. • Improved the annual company profit margin by revising office billing procedures and protocols to improve accuracy and efficiency, eliminating over $150,000 in fraudulent billing expenses in less than six months. Show less

English Language Arts Teacher

• Sep 2002 - Jun 2006

• Developed and implemented curriculum for English I, English I Honors, English II, and English Language Development (ELD) courses.• Authored curriculum maps for Pomona Unified School District’s (PUSD) English I, English I Honors, English II, and ELD courses.• Served as program advisor for honors students, student athletes, and ELD students.• Increased enrollment of the Pomona High School Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) program by 300% within two years by creating a bridge program to recruit from feeder junior high schools.• Set new standards in District Wide Assessments (DWAs) for English I and English I Honors, with all students scoring above Proficient in every tested state standard.• Increased the ELD graduation and mainstreaming rate by over 200% in less than four years.• Served as a member of the committee that authored PUSD’s first English Language Development DWAs. Show less

Head Coach - Cross Country & Distance Track Programs

• Sep 2002 - Jun 2006

• Responsible for the overall management and administrative coordination of the cross country (fall) and distance track (spring) running programs, including (but not limited to): the creation of both pre-season and in-season training plans and competition schedules, the development of a year-round strength training program, orchestration of booster club and fundraising efforts, and rebuilding a distance running program from the ground up.• Established strong and effective recruiting protocols, expanding team rosters from five to more than 30 athletes within the first year.• Planned and supervised workouts daily, both in-season and out-of-season, preparing athletes mentally and physically for competition by explaining training, techniques, rules, and strategies of each sport.• Led fundraising efforts yielding over $10,000 for new uniforms, warm-up gear, and team entry fees to regional competitions.• Responsible for creating a supportive environment for student athletes with the collaboration of families, counselors, and fellow Pomona High School teachers.• Coached and developed teams and individual athletes to several honors, including:o Top-10 individual and team finishes at regional invitationals – 2004, 2005, 2006o Individual top-5 finishes in league competition – 2004, 2005o Team top-3 finishes in league competition – 2004, 2005o All-League honors earned – 2004 (program’s first in over 20 years), 2005, 2006o Academic All-League honors earned – 2003, 2004, 2005o Post-season qualifying and competition – 2004, 2005, 2006o 100% graduation rate among seniors – 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 Show less

Support Staff - Marketing, Promotions & Outreach

• Sep 2000 - May 2002

• Promoted Colorado College athletics programs through community outreach to local middle schools and high schools in Colorado Springs, as well as through the coordination of local community events throughout the city and on the Colorado College campus.• Managed a team of 12 responsible for game operations at the Colorado Springs World Arena, including pre-game light show, time-line trouble-shooting during intermission marketing and outreach events, and booster club functions.• Assisted in the design and execution of game-day promotions for a nationally-ranked Division I hockey program. Show less

Assistant to the Director of Intramural, Club and Recreational Sports

• Sep 1998 - May 2001

• Trained and supervised student workers as intramural and wellness promotion staff.• Scheduled and supervised open recreation and intramural sports for Colorado College students and faculty.• Planned and conducted appropriate marketing campaigns for intramural, recreation and wellness programs.• Planned and implemented special events and programs in intramurals, recreation and wellness promotion for the campus community.

Sports Information Staff Member & Sport Liaison

• Jan 2000 - May 2000

• Managed statistics crews for men’s and women’s home games and tournaments, handling pre- and post-game duties, obtaining rosters, team statistics, verifying final statistic sheets for accuracy and distributing information to coaches, schools and media.• Served as national contact for Division I and III athletic teams to the NCAA and national media.• Wrote Division III press releases and feature stories for various local, regional and national publications.

Assistant Director, Teen Program

• Jun 2000 - May 2002

• Organized all day-to-day summer and holiday camp operations for children ranging from 6th to 10th grade, with a peak enrollment of 150 teens and a staff of 20 camp counselors and van drivers. • Scheduled and orchestrated summer staff, transportation, and logistical needs for five field trips per week, on- and off-site supervision, and YMCA special events (annual summer carnival, Catalina Island Science Camp, Teen Week at Camp Coulter Pines). • Coordinated with seven Covina Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) schools’ calendars and campus liaisons in order to arrange for proper student transportation, supervision, and accountability. • Assisted with scheduling and design of academic year wrap-around program (before- and after-school care). • Recruited, trained, and supervised camp counselors, camp counselors in training, and van drivers. Show less

Sports Editor, The Catalyst

• Sep 1998 - May 2000

• Prepared section layout on a weekly basis, including photo and graphic design. • Wrote columns, news briefs, and feature stories reporting on local sporting and athletics events. • Expanded coverage of the school newspaper to include Colorado College’s 18 athletics programs and 15 intramural sports leagues. • Prepared section layout on a weekly basis, including photo and graphic design. • Wrote columns, news briefs, and feature stories reporting on local sporting and athletics events. • Expanded coverage of the school newspaper to include Colorado College’s 18 athletics programs and 15 intramural sports leagues.