Tamara B.
Director, Academic Advising, Student Retention & Success at South Louisiana Community College- Claim this Profile
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LinkedIn User
Tamara is a born leader! She comes in and tackles any and ever task given to her. What I admire most about Tamara is her ability to objectively look at a challenge or situation and provide feedback that will help solve or better a process. Having had the opportunity of working with Tamara as a colleague as well as reporting to her during her time as interim, I learned a great deal. Even during times of uncertainty and change Tamara's ability to provide reassurance and support helped stabilized and maintain the team. She really is an invaluable asset to any team.
LinkedIn User
Tamara's no-nonsense, professional approach to Student Affairs was a breath of fresh air. All the while, she has a vested interest in the success of her students; this is evidenced through the bonds she's created with students, both inside and outside of the division. She is a wonderful colleague, educator, and mentor whose solution-based thinking causes her to shine, wherever she goes.
LinkedIn User
Tamara is a born leader! She comes in and tackles any and ever task given to her. What I admire most about Tamara is her ability to objectively look at a challenge or situation and provide feedback that will help solve or better a process. Having had the opportunity of working with Tamara as a colleague as well as reporting to her during her time as interim, I learned a great deal. Even during times of uncertainty and change Tamara's ability to provide reassurance and support helped stabilized and maintain the team. She really is an invaluable asset to any team.
LinkedIn User
Tamara's no-nonsense, professional approach to Student Affairs was a breath of fresh air. All the while, she has a vested interest in the success of her students; this is evidenced through the bonds she's created with students, both inside and outside of the division. She is a wonderful colleague, educator, and mentor whose solution-based thinking causes her to shine, wherever she goes.
LinkedIn User
Tamara is a born leader! She comes in and tackles any and ever task given to her. What I admire most about Tamara is her ability to objectively look at a challenge or situation and provide feedback that will help solve or better a process. Having had the opportunity of working with Tamara as a colleague as well as reporting to her during her time as interim, I learned a great deal. Even during times of uncertainty and change Tamara's ability to provide reassurance and support helped stabilized and maintain the team. She really is an invaluable asset to any team.
LinkedIn User
Tamara's no-nonsense, professional approach to Student Affairs was a breath of fresh air. All the while, she has a vested interest in the success of her students; this is evidenced through the bonds she's created with students, both inside and outside of the division. She is a wonderful colleague, educator, and mentor whose solution-based thinking causes her to shine, wherever she goes.
LinkedIn User
Tamara is a born leader! She comes in and tackles any and ever task given to her. What I admire most about Tamara is her ability to objectively look at a challenge or situation and provide feedback that will help solve or better a process. Having had the opportunity of working with Tamara as a colleague as well as reporting to her during her time as interim, I learned a great deal. Even during times of uncertainty and change Tamara's ability to provide reassurance and support helped stabilized and maintain the team. She really is an invaluable asset to any team.
LinkedIn User
Tamara's no-nonsense, professional approach to Student Affairs was a breath of fresh air. All the while, she has a vested interest in the success of her students; this is evidenced through the bonds she's created with students, both inside and outside of the division. She is a wonderful colleague, educator, and mentor whose solution-based thinking causes her to shine, wherever she goes.
Credentials
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Americans with Disabilities Act for Managers V3
TraliantJul, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
LGBTQ+ Inclusion
TraliantMay, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
Microaggressions in the Workplace V2
TraliantApr, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
Cultural Competency & Humility V1.1
TraliantFeb, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
Unconscious Bias V3.1
TraliantNov, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Being an Ally V3.1
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Diversity, Inclusion, & Sensitivity V3.3
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Same Sex Harassment V3
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Instructional Design Essentials: Models of ID
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Organizational Learning and Development
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College Leadership Program
Houston Community College -
Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF)
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National Certified Counselor
Center For Credentialing & Education
Experience
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South Louisiana Community College
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United States
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Higher Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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Director, Academic Advising, Student Retention & Success
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Aug 2022 - Present
As a member of the Student Affairs leadership team the Director of Academic Advising, Student Success & Retention is responsible for leading academic advising, and Starfish Early Alert retention services. Responsible for the coordination and implementation of collegewide programs and services to promote student retention, persistence, and completion. As a member of the Student Affairs leadership team the Director of Academic Advising, Student Success & Retention is responsible for leading academic advising, and Starfish Early Alert retention services. Responsible for the coordination and implementation of collegewide programs and services to promote student retention, persistence, and completion.
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Houston 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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Senior Academic Advisor/ Interim Advising Manager
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May 2017 - Jul 2022
Accomplishment: The College Leadership Program (CLP) is a certificate program designed to enhance an HCC employee’s success as an HCC leader. CLP introduces employees to HCC culture and operations in a forum that encourages leadership growth and development. Tamara Baker completed 16 hour CLP Boot Camp, 6 Instructor-led courses, and 13 online courses to reach this milestone. Accomplishment: The College Leadership Program (CLP) is a certificate program designed to enhance an HCC employee’s success as an HCC leader. CLP introduces employees to HCC culture and operations in a forum that encourages leadership growth and development. Tamara Baker completed 16 hour CLP Boot Camp, 6 Instructor-led courses, and 13 online courses to reach this milestone.
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Loyola University New Orleans
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Director--Career Development Center
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Jan 2014 - Dec 2016
Helping students find careers where they find themselves.
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Associate Director--Career Development Center
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Jul 2008 - Jan 2014
In my role as Associate Director of the Career Development Center I successful managed the team that coordinated, implemented and assessed the first university wide student focused professional development conference titled EMPLOY the PACK: A Conference for Emerging Professionals. Designed to provide up-to-the minute strategies and aid to students and alumni navigating the current job market, Employ the Pack has celebrated two straight years of sensational programming--and more is on the way! The half-day, professional-caliber employment strategies conference is available to current students and young Loyola alumni and features innovative breakout sessions which address current job-market needs, as well as one-on-one face time with dynamic industry leaders and employment experts. Show less
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Assistant Director of Career Development
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Mar 2003 - Jun 2008
• Designed, developed and implement career counseling program; recommended changes in policies and procedures related to career counseling to Director of Career Development• Served on department committee for developing and evaluating student learning outcomes as well as the newly formed Sophomore Year Experience Committee• Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates 3-5 graduate and student assistants• Designs, develops and implements career counseling programs and workshops for students, parents, faculty and staff; serves as resource person for student organizations.• Co-coordinates the career marketing committee and designs, develops and creates career center marketing tools such as student brochure, career workshop calendar, electronic newsletter, and marketing supplies• Coordinates the Career Library resources and staff including career planning, internships, graduate/professional school and job search related resources• Coordinate and market career services special programs to include but not limited to: annual alumni career panel for Behavioral Science and Liberal Arts students, Washington Career Day, U.S. Depart Inform. Session• Coordinate Career Services participation in University orientation sessions Show less
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Career Counselor
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Mar 2002 - Mar 2003
Received the Student Affairs “Employee of the Year” award for 2002 and attended the New Professionals Institute in 2002. • Provided in-depth career counseling to 16,000+ student body, faculty and staff and alumni• Coordinate and market career services special programs to include but not limited to: biannual faculty/staff forum, annual alumni career panel for Behavioral Science and Liberal Arts students• Liaison to College of Business and Behavioral Science; provide assistance and programming to students and faculty in the College and Coordinate Satellite Office within this college. Show less
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Clemson University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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CU101 Instructor
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Aug 2006 - Dec 2006
University Success Skills • Taught academic course (CU101) for incoming freshman (Fall 2004 & Fall 2006) • Course designed for incoming freshmen orienting them to University life and teaching them the fundamentals of time management, planning, study habits, communication, etc. University Success Skills • Taught academic course (CU101) for incoming freshman (Fall 2004 & Fall 2006) • Course designed for incoming freshmen orienting them to University life and teaching them the fundamentals of time management, planning, study habits, communication, etc.
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University of South Alabama
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United States
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Career Services Intern
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May 2001 - Dec 2001
• Provided career and educational advising for students, alumni and community members • Reviewed skill, interest, value and personality assessments • Facilitated exploration of academic majors and career alternatives • Counseled on topics such as job searching techniques, resume writing, interviewing skills and career decision-making. • Provided career and educational advising for students, alumni and community members • Reviewed skill, interest, value and personality assessments • Facilitated exploration of academic majors and career alternatives • Counseled on topics such as job searching techniques, resume writing, interviewing skills and career decision-making.
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Case Manager
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Jan 2000 - Dec 2001
• Engage in respectful, open communication with the individuals receiving services, the responsible party and other family and team members to promote consistent, quality care • Provide person-centered, responsive approaches and interventions to individuals served • Implement de-escalation techniques and other services as recommended by a mental health professional. • Maintain appropriate documentation, records, and reports. • Created and implemented recreational activities and encouraged residents to be active participants. Show less
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Education
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Northwestern State University
Doctor of Education - EdD, Adult Learning and Development -
University of South Alabama
Master of Science, Counselor Education--Community Counseling -
Grambling State University
Bachelor of Science, Biology
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