Experience

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  Boston globe media

  Dec 2000 - Aug 2005

  Editorial copy assistant - sports dept.

  • Produced over 110 stories, including Question and Answer interviews, roundups, features, previews, and general beat reporting• Duties included editing, agate, reference checks, research, charts, and other administrative duties as assigned• Performed maintenance of the high school sports section

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  Northeastern university

  Jan 2003 - Jan 2005

  Resident assistant

  • Served as a mentor and advisor for 38 first year students and 70 upper class students• Worked with 23 other paraprofessionals to develop a successful hall community• Utilized organizational and public speaking skills to create hall programs for residents about critical issues, including but not limited to: race, substance abuse, and healthy relationships

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  Northeastern university

  Aug 2005 - Dec 2009

  • Administered operations of various first-year and upper-class learning communities ranging from 330-750 students• Coordinated moving logistics, including roster maintenance, cleaning lists, inventory management, and student communication with housing, residential life, and facilities for over 3,000 students• Supervised, trained, and evaluated 17 paraprofessional student staff members• Responded to crises and serve in on-call duty rotation for a campus community of approximately 7,500 students• Advised hall council and resident assistant team responsible for an $8,000 budget for governance and programmingCollateral Assignments, Accomplishments & Committee Work:• BLUEPRINT Instructor, Office of Student Leadership: Instructed 15 first-year students on concepts including but not limited to teamwork and cultural exploration (September 2009 – December 2009)• Department Assistant, University Honors Program: Facilitated Honors department staff in the advising process for all students in the program; Contributed in the selection of courses for students under the advisement of the department staff (August 2009 – December 2009)• Husky Eyes, First Year Experience Seminar Committee: assisted in maintenance and promotion of Husky EYES identity through various media and marketing tools, such as brochures and passport participation program; helped identify marketing channels to drive seminar attendance, including resident assistants staff, and social media; established partnerships with internal/external presenters to deliver applicable content based upon enjoyment. (July 2008 – December 2009)• Assistant Director of Education, Paul Robeson Institute: Developed and implemented curriculum and workshops for 40 elementary & high-school aged Black males; Counsel participants on relevant academic material to improve retention, including course selection & student involvement (September 2006 – June 2007) Show less • Assist the Resident Director in the day-to-day administration of a two building, 440-bed residence hall complex• Advise hall council responsible for an $8,000 budget for governance, hall issues and programming• Interview prospective Resident Assistants and train mid-year hires• Serve as a conduit to seven Resident Assistants, bringing issues to the supervisors for timely resolution and increased morale• Performed complex-wide on-call duties when available and/or necessary• Created monthly Resident Assistant duty & semester proctor schedules Show less

  • Residence Director – Department of Residential Life

    Mar 2007 - Dec 2009

  • Services Coordinator - Student Activities

    Aug 2006 - May 2007

  • Personal Trainer

    Sept 2005 - Mar 2007

  • Senior Residential Assistant - Dept. of Residence Life and Education

    Aug 2005 - Mar 2007

  • Program Coordinator - Campus Activities

    Aug 2005 - May 2006
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  Brown university

  Jan 2010 - Jun 2012

  • Provided education and instruction to students, staff, and alumni looking to reach specific health and fitness goals• Monitored fitness levels of clients through a series of assessments, sustaining motivation and self-confidence as needed• Assisted in development and quality control of fitness programs, including instructional classes and specialized programs• Teach boot camp class (Training Day) focused on metabolic conditioning and strength, and Strength Training Class (Pump) emphasizing proper resistance training technique and cardiovascular health Show less • Oversee the overall operations of a 15-20 building, dormitory style community serving approximately 1600-2100 students• Supervise, train, and evaluate one Graduate Advising Fellow (GAF) and 30 paraprofessional student staff members• Respond to crises and serve in on-call duty rotation for a campus community of approximately 5,600 students• Advocate for and advise students on personal and academic issues, making referrals to Student Life constituencies where necessary• Provide holistic learning experiences to students through Deans’ hearings and conflict mediation initiativesCollateral Assignments, Accomplishments & Committee Work:• Academic Coach, Dean of the College: Engage students seeking assistance in finding applicable learning styles through assessment/advising techniques; Provide personalized academic and personal support for students in individual and group study settings; and Enrich community with interactive workshops designed to maximize study skills and improve academic performance• ALANA Mentor, Office of Student Life: Provide guidance and support for Black/Latino/Asian students as they transition from their first to second years in college; Advise ALANA students on issues pertaining to course selection, career opportunities, and relevant university resources• Commencement/Reunion Housing: Responsible for the coordination and implementation of the assignment, management, and billing of over 1400 housing reservations for Brown’s Commencement/Reunion Weekend, an operation that yields over $270,000 in revenue• Brown University Representative, Rhode Island NASPA Advisory Board (2010 – current) Show less

  • Personal Trainer/Group Fitness Instructor – Physical Education & Campus Recreation

    Sept 2011 - Jun 2012

  • Community Director - Office of Residential Life

    Jan 2010 - Jun 2012
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  Town sports international

  Mar 2011 - May 2011

  Personal trainer – boston sports club (providence east side)

  • Provide education and instruction to gym members looking to reach specific health and fitness goals• Monitor fitness levels of clients through a series of assessments, sustaining motivation and self-confidence as needed• Assist in quality control of fitness equipment, administrative tasks, and overall customer service responsibilities

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  Bunker hill cc

  Jun 2012 - now

  • Responsible for the management, training, hiring, and supervision of 14 full-time staff members and 17 part-time/contracted employees, serving 1300-1600 Black and Latino Male students per semester• Serve as a Project Coordinator for several College grants and appropriations, managing funds in excess of $1.1 million• Oversee hiring, supervision, training, and evaluation of 20 paraprofessional student leaders/alumni through the HOPE Ambassador program, including but not limited to: qualitative data collection, gateway course completion, IP grade completion, and persistence/retention outreach initiatives• Coordinate general campus communications, such as the HOPE website, Social Media platforms, email newsletters/correspondence, and postal mailings to the College Community• Develop HOPE programming and cross-campus collaboration to expand staff/student opportunities beyond the classroom, including, but not limited to: Bolivar Soto Memorial Scholarship Fund, Black and Latinx student graduation celebration, and HOPE Health is Wealth Student Summit• Oversee the construction and implementation of semester-long dialogue and workshop series throughout the academic year• Establish strategic educational planning for current and future projects, including, but not limited to: Advising, Affinity-Based Cohort Courses for Gateway Courses, and Learning Community Seminars• Collaborate with the HOPE Faculty Coordinator to establish professional development opportunities for faculty, staff, and administration, including but not limited to: HOPE Fellows program, resource library development, unconscious bias training, and discussion groups• Present to College partners, Community-Based Initiatives, and other National Organizations on the HOPE mode of Asset-Based, Student-Centered approaches to student empowerment/success, establishing partnerships/pathways in the process• Develop and initiate assessment and data tracking plan for Program Initiatives Show less • Utilize a success coaching model based on best practices, providing an array of traditional student support services including enrollment, financial aid, academic and transfer advising• Assist with the advisement and registration of all new and continuing students regarding their academic plan, course selection/sequencing, curriculum/concentration selection and changes, career exploration and transition issues• Serve as a resource for faculty participating in BHCC's departmental advising model Show less • Administer Individual Case Management to 250-300 internationally-educated Nurses focused on obtaining Massachusetts Nursing licensure• Develop specific career path plan based on individual participant’s education, experience, and goals• Design and implement services, groups and classes relevant to supporting participant’s career goals including, but not limited to: TOEFL/ESL prep, NCLEX, and orientation to US Health Care Systems• Outreach and collaborate with community agencies in order to develop a network of resources and referral sources• Provide academic and psychosocial supportive counseling utilizing a client-centered approach• Serve on college-wide hiring committees for positions in Learning Communities and Academic Support/ Pathways• Plan and facilitate workshops on tools for college success, including but not limited to: time management, test preparation, and note taking skills Show less • Oversee the daily scheduling, policy enforcement, and operations of a facility serving a population of over 14,000• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise over 70 professional and peer tutors responsible for over 140 subjects• Work with the TASC Coordinator to ensure consistency and quality of services, including but not limited to: payroll and semester budget reconciliation, data collection and student monitoring, and policy updates where applicable• Utilize Datatel and printed materials to provide pre-stage academic counsel to students• Advocate for and advise students on personal and academic issues, making referrals to appropriate constituencies where necessary• Ensure college community is aware of services offered at the center, initiating classroom meetings to inform faculty and students of center services• Serve on college-wide hiring committees for positions in admissions, academic support, and student services• Plan and facilitate workshops on tools for college success, including but not limited to: time management, test preparation, and note taking skillsCollateral Assignments, Accomplishments & Committee Work:• CONNECT Collaborative Leadership Development Program (2012-2013)• NEASC Standard VI 5th year interim report committee (2014)• Academic Affairs Committee (2012 – present)• Ad hoc committee on Communication (2014) Show less

  • Director, HOPE Initiative

    Jul 2021 - now

  • Academic Advisor – LifeMap

    Aug 2019 - Jul 2021

  • Mentorship Coordinator/Program Co-Lead – HOPE Initiative

    Jul 2018 - Jul 2021

  • Educational Case Manager (Academic Coordinator) - Boston Welcome Back Center

    Sept 2014 - Jul 2021

  • Evening Supervisor (Special Programs Coordinator) - Tutoring and Academic Support Center

    Jun 2012 - Sept 2014
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  Northeastern university

  Oct 2012 - Jan 2018

  • Facilitate trainings specific to the Center’s nationally recognized gender-based violence prevention program, Mentors in Violence Prevention (MVP)• Work with various service populations including students and staff from high schools and colleges, players, and coaches, and front office staff from Major and Minor League Baseball • Develop working relationships with schools, community organizations, non-profit organizations, colleges and universities• Raise awareness in various communities on issues pertaining to diversity, anti-racism, unearned privilege, and sexual harassment Show less

  • Facilities Supervisor – Campus Recreation

    Oct 2007 - Jan 2018

  • Trainer/Consultant – Center for the Study of Sport in Society

    Oct 2012 - May 2017
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  Elevate impact, inc.

  Apr 2023 - now

  Consultant

  Elevate Impact brings together HR & CSR leaders, nonprofits, and higher education institutions to advance people, culture, and talent strategies, creating mutually beneficial outcomes. We achieve this through our three-pronged approach:• Consulting: Benchmark assessments, strategy building, and content design and facilitation.• Collaboration: Facilitating cross-functional collaboration within organizations, and cross-sector partnerships to drive strategic initiatives forward. This includes our workshop series (starting in September 2024) that brings together 30-40 HR & CSR leaders from mid- to large-sized companies, nonprofits, and educational institutions to share knowledge and explore areas of intersection.• Community: Our proprietary online platform serves as a supplemental resource to foster community, collaboration, and knowledge sharing. Show less