Kelly P.

Experience

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  Towson University

  Jun 2011 - May 2012

  - Assisted Towson University Student Affairs Department in preparing and designing a unique orientation experience for incoming students that aligned with university mission, ideals, and initiatives. - Supported 10 student orientation team leaders and 200 student orientation leaders through training and orientation events. - Worked with a large budget to plan, promote, and implement various community building events throughout campus. - Regularly coordinated with university groups and external companies and services to promote initiatives. - Analyzed student survey data post-orientation to evaluate success of the program and determine areas in need of improvement. Show less

  • Event and Conference Services

    Sept 2010 - May 2012

  • Student Director of New Student Programs

    Jun 2011 - Feb 2012
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  Walker Trading Company

  Jun 2013 - Jun 2015

  Human Resources Director

  - Responsible for human resources department of a start up company that scaled from 1 to 6 locations and 6 to 50+ employees within 2 years. - Built the department from the ground up, re-organized employee data, created company personnel documents, transferred company to a more efficient payroll system, researched and enacted a company sponsored health benefit program with a Section 125 POP plan, began employee incentive programs, and more. - Responsible for the following functions: Maintained employee files, processed bi-weekly payroll, processed new hires and terminations, discipline paperwork, recruited for open positions, conducted interviews with potential new hires, and ensured company compliance with federal, state, and local employment law. - Organized location, supplies, employees, and logistics for and promoted company's product at vendor events. - Assisted customer service department when needed, answering calls and promptly dealing with customer questions and complaints to ensure customer satisfaction. Show less

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  TNTP Teaching Fellows

  Jun 2015 - Jun 2016

  Baltimore City Teaching Resident

  - Admitted to a highly selective cohort of recent college graduates and career changers committed to raising student achievement in Baltimore’s highest need schools. - Participated in six-week summer training institute, including a four-week student teaching experience. - Certification Area in Elementary Special Education.

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  Baltimore City Public Schools

  Aug 2015 - Jun 2016

  Elementary School Teacher

  - Instructed elementary students in reading, writing, math, social studies, and science based on educational levels, common core standards, and individualized education plan goals and objectives. - Collected, analyzed, and implemented results of data to assess student progress using Dibels, Datalink, Maryland Online, and Mclass. - Collaborated with grade level team, faculty, and administration while developing strong relationships with student families in order to improve student progress and close the achievement gap in an urban Title I school. Show less

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  Walden University

  Feb 2018 - Aug 2021

  - Contributing to growth of business through active lead outreach, assessing applicants for program eligibility, and assisting students through the application, enrollment, and census phases. - Retaining student enrollment by building relationships, providing a positive student experience, and accurately analyzing data trends. - Demonstrating a high level of knowledge on current products, financial aid process, and FERPA regulations. - Utilized Salesforce, Banner, and Powerfaids to manage student and lead information. Show less

  • Marketing Specialist, Social Media

    Apr 2020 - Aug 2021

  • Enrollment Advisor

    Feb 2018 - Apr 2020
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  Adtalem Global Education

  Aug 2021 - now

  Marketing Manager

  Walden University was acquired by Adtalem Global Education in August of 2021.- Develop and manage social media marketing strategies for multiple higher education institutions, leading copywriting efforts, and publishing daily content that aligns with brand initiatives and maintains a consistent voice.- Analyze data to drive insights that optimize strategy, resulting in significant growth in engagement and followers.