Experience

Kansas City University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Assistant Director Of Student Activities

  • Sep 2018 - Present



Pure Barre

• United States
• Wellness and Fitness Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Pure Barre Instructor

  • Jun 2020 - Present



Avila University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Academic Coordinator

  • May 2018 - Sep 2018



University of Missouri-Columbia

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Student Unions Programming Board Graduate Assistant

  • Jul 2017 - May 2018

  Advise and support 23 student volunteers in the coordination of student programming Attend weekly SUPB executive board meetings Facilitate weekly one-to-one meetings with 7 executive board members to discuss programming, progress in academics, and future plans Supervise student office assistant Assist with the logistics of over 20 events per semester Maintain $32,000 budget for 5 budget lines Coordinate executive board and full board retreats… Show more Advise and support 23 student volunteers in the coordination of student programming Attend weekly SUPB executive board meetings Facilitate weekly one-to-one meetings with 7 executive board members to discuss programming, progress in academics, and future plans Supervise student office assistant Assist with the logistics of over 20 events per semester Maintain $32,000 budget for 5 budget lines Coordinate executive board and full board retreats incorporating student learning outcomes Educate students using strategic and theory-based methods on topics related to leadership, conflict management, diversity, team building, and program development Develop program evaluations for all events Approve marketing efforts to promote social and educational events Engage in the restructuring of campus programming at the University of Missouri

• Enrollment Management Graduate Intern

  • May 2017 - Jul 2017

  Conducted SWOT analysis of transfer admissions websites to benchmark with 5 institutions Developed report of best practices for transfer admissions websites for implementation at University of Missouri Assisted in writing Seamless Transfer Pathways grant between University of Missouri and Moberly Area Community College Job shadowed Vice President of Instruction at Moberly Area Community College to learn more about organizational structure and partnerships between two-year… Show more Conducted SWOT analysis of transfer admissions websites to benchmark with 5 institutions Developed report of best practices for transfer admissions websites for implementation at University of Missouri Assisted in writing Seamless Transfer Pathways grant between University of Missouri and Moberly Area Community College Job shadowed Vice President of Instruction at Moberly Area Community College to learn more about organizational structure and partnerships between two-year and four-year institutions Created and administered Transfer Student Experience Survey, using Qualtrics, to 8 transfer students to gain insight into their experiences transferring to the University of Missouri to better future services Assessed current transfer student recruitment and retention practices at University of Missouri Wrote Comprehensive Transfer Strategy Report integrating information gained through internship experience

• Student Development Graduate Assistant

  • Jun 2016 - Jul 2017

  Developed 36 professional development opportunities for student employees utilizing assessment results, core competencies, development theory, and incorporating learning outcomes Facilitated discussions during group and one-to-one meetings to better equip student employees’ with transferable skills Advised student employee recognition committee and created Student Employee of the Month Program Brainstormed session ideas and coordinated logistics for professional development… Show more Developed 36 professional development opportunities for student employees utilizing assessment results, core competencies, development theory, and incorporating learning outcomes Facilitated discussions during group and one-to-one meetings to better equip student employees’ with transferable skills Advised student employee recognition committee and created Student Employee of the Month Program Brainstormed session ideas and coordinated logistics for professional development program including: recruiting presenters, organizing space for sessions, and promoting sessions to supervisors and students Tracked training and professional development opportunities for Student & Auxiliary Services student employees Reviewed résumés, cover letters, and conducted mock interviews with student employees Facilitated professional and thought-provoking presentations to student employees and professional staff such as: identifying transferable skills, stress identification and management, and critical thinking strategies Created, assessed, and analyzed student learning outcomes with assessment software (CampusLabs) Participated in Assessment Champions to assess problem-solving and critical thinking skills of student employees Collaborated with professional staff to administer assessment project



East Baton Rouge Parish School System

• United States
• Education Management
• 700 & Above Employee

• Biology Teacher

  • Jan 2014 - May 2016

  Collected daily formative assessment data for 128 students to identify issues and inform planning for future class periods. Administered successful classroom management plan, demonstrating effective behavior management with 128 students. Differentiated instruction to meet needs of all students, including those of 12 Exceptional Student Services students. Collaborated with colleagues, both in and out of the science department, to strengthen lesson plans, pedagogy, and gain… Show more Collected daily formative assessment data for 128 students to identify issues and inform planning for future class periods. Administered successful classroom management plan, demonstrating effective behavior management with 128 students. Differentiated instruction to meet needs of all students, including those of 12 Exceptional Student Services students. Collaborated with colleagues, both in and out of the science department, to strengthen lesson plans, pedagogy, and gain insight. Designed and implemented the Viking Scholars Literacy program for the top 10% of students in 8th-2th grades to increase rigor and student personal and educational development. 87% benchmark achieved in May 2015 in Biology II, indicating near total closure of the achievement gap. Improved 2016 Biology I End-Of-Course exam proficiency by 80.8%. Show less Collected daily formative assessment data for 128 students to identify issues and inform planning for future class periods. Administered successful classroom management plan, demonstrating effective behavior management with 128 students. Differentiated instruction to meet needs of all students, including those of 12 Exceptional Student Services students. Collaborated with colleagues, both in and out of the science department, to strengthen lesson plans, pedagogy, and gain… Show more Collected daily formative assessment data for 128 students to identify issues and inform planning for future class periods. Administered successful classroom management plan, demonstrating effective behavior management with 128 students. Differentiated instruction to meet needs of all students, including those of 12 Exceptional Student Services students. Collaborated with colleagues, both in and out of the science department, to strengthen lesson plans, pedagogy, and gain insight. Designed and implemented the Viking Scholars Literacy program for the top 10% of students in 8th-2th grades to increase rigor and student personal and educational development. 87% benchmark achieved in May 2015 in Biology II, indicating near total closure of the achievement gap. Improved 2016 Biology I End-Of-Course exam proficiency by 80.8%. Show less



First Chance For Children

• Independent Contractor

  • Dec 2013 - May 2014

  Conducted initial visits and follow-up visits for families enrolled in the Safe Cribs Program. Worked with staff of First Chance For Children in promoting the importance of early childhood education.

• BSW Practicum Student

  • Aug 2013 - Dec 2013

  Managed a two family case load for Safe Cribs Program. Designed and implemented a research plan to determine effectiveness of Safe Cribs Program. Investigated early childhood development, education, and policy to expand knowledge and communicate more effectively with clients. Built a working partnership with the University of Missouri Women’s Center to support student parents.



Fun City Youth Academy

• Intern

  • May 2013 - Jul 2013

  Developed and implemented an eight-week mindfulness program based on MindUp curriculum to 75 students twice weekly, successfully teaching the students to be in control of their own emotions. Designed program evaluations to track effectiveness of mindfulness program and impact of Fun City curriculum. Promoted and conceptualized the values of Kwanza for 75 first through fifth grade students Developed and implemented an eight-week mindfulness program based on MindUp curriculum to 75 students twice weekly, successfully teaching the students to be in control of their own emotions. Designed program evaluations to track effectiveness of mindfulness program and impact of Fun City curriculum. Promoted and conceptualized the values of Kwanza for 75 first through fifth grade students



Alpha Delta Pi Sorority

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 500 - 600 Employee

• President

  • Dec 2011 - Dec 2012

  Served as the main contact between the University of Missouri's Greek Life Office, Panhellenic Association, and Alpha Delta Pi's international organization. Organized and delegated chapter responsibilities to 10 chapter officers and communicated chapter business to 280 members.

• Executive Office Intern

  • May 2012 - Jul 2012

  Job shadowed the Executive Director of the Alpha Delta Pi Foundation and sat in on conference calls and meetings with donors. Created formal presentations for the expansion process of Alpha Delta Pi to seven campuses. Assisted with Alpha Delta Pi marketing. Built relationship with a team of eight interns.