Pamela Wilson

Experience

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  Columbus City Schools

  Aug 1986 - Aug 1993

  Tutor/Instructional Consultant/ Student Liaison

  *Served on the Curriculum & Training Development Committee and provided key recommendations for improving learning results through new curriculum implementation and alternative training strategies*Led the Title I “pull-out” tutorial/remedial program for students who were functioning below grade level in reading or math; and implemented “back-to-basics” phonics instruction with small groups through the establishment of technological learning centers*Spearheaded establishment of multiple classroom learning centers to complement “hands-on” learning. Used technology as a resource tool for learning/training, prior to it being a common learning tool in student instruction*Provided contractual in-home tutoring services for students who were unable to attend school; and provided ongoing communication/feedback to parents as well as served as liaison between home and school administration*Served as School Program Coordinator/Developer and successfully implemented the following programs: *Builder’s Club supported by Kiwanis, which received an Advisor award/honor for one of the most successful Builder’s Clubs in the Columbus area in 1991, *Operation Aware Training which assisted students in dealing with peer pressure and making positive life choices, *OSU Young Scholars Program implementation and management, and *QUEST/Skills for Adolescence (a peer mediation program). Served as Student Peer Mediation Advisor for the program*Coordinated the annual MS Science Fair program on a regional level Show less

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  Gahanna Christian Academy

  Aug 1993 - Jun 2008

  Student Services/Counselor/Instructor

  *Prepared students for college admissions process and provided college readiness services, including assistance with academic planning and financial aid. Tailored program services to each individual to meet their needs, through extensive communication with parents and identification of the students’ college goals. Provided extensive academic counseling/advising throughout the school year, and addressed concerns or problematic areas as the need arose*Worked with staff, students and parents to develop a plan of action to improve state test scores. Provided recommendations to personnel on how to prepare students to increase test scores; and managed the administration/supervision of all state-wide and school-wide regulated testing, including Ohio Graduation Tests, PLAN, PSAT and the ASVAB. Interpreted and reported test data/results to school administration with recommendations of changes for improvement of future test scores*Provided formalized/creative planning for students with disabilities. Focused on ongoing communication between parents, staff and administration for students with learning disabilities*Recommended, planned and organized events that led to learning new skills and methods of promoting positive peer pressure. (e.g. Developed and coordinated an annual Career Day event for students, which resulted in an increase in students’ participation in and assistance with other career exploration events). Provided Life Skills and Study Skills training to students on a yearly basis, and served as an advocate for student/peer conflict resolution and mediation *Executed grant writing projects that secured funding for various programs, including a Schoolyard Pond and Community Beautification Show less

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  DeVry University

  Sept 2008 - Sept 2015

  *Analyzed reports and student feedback to identify training, academic or financial concerns affecting student progression, and was able to create an action plans to address these concerns*Helped students explore alternatives to overcome issues or problems that may be barriers to learning, persistence or graduation. Assessed need for other services or instruction and made appropriate referrals when necessary *Collaborated with other departments and functional areas to deliver an optimal learning experience, utilizing LMS software and other instructional tools. Evaluated each student’s instructional plan and made appropriate adjustments to ensure progressively, successful student outcomes*Demonstrated and communicated current, detailed and accurate knowledge of University policies, Title IV and state regulations to prospective and current students*Coordinated and participated in student persistence, retention and registration activities; and recommended alternative approaches to training barriers, as needed*Assisted with staffing needs/shortages and advised management on innovative solutions or needed policy changes in order to meet company metrics Show less *Guided applicants/students through the financial aid application process, and identified any pre-admission issues needing addressed. Shared best practices (locally and nationally) with other Student Finance Consultants and colleagues to continuously improve the student experience *Served as the single point of contact for Student Finance issues (e.g., financial aid, payment plans, billing issues, etc.), and provided superior customer service to stakeholders by accepting ownership of Student Finance issues and questions *Supervised and managed escalated concerns and resolved issues in a timely manner*Identified opportunities and solutions that improved current processes and actively participated in the roll-out of new processes and policies; assisted in composing updates/revisions of policies and/or procedures for the regional Student Finance department*Maintained a thorough understanding of DeVry Student Finance programs, policies and procedures; and ensured Student Finance advising and issue management complied with applicable federal and state laws *Participated on Student Finance committees and special projects, such as Student Programming and Recruiting events; as well as presented Financial Aid information at National Open Houses, Critical Thinking Presentations, and New Student Orientation Training, and received stellar client surveys and remarks for such presentations Show less

  • Student Support Advisor

    Dec 2012 - Sept 2015

  • Student Finance Consultant II

    Sept 2008 - Dec 2012
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  Allen School of Health Sciences

  Dec 2012 - Nov 2013

  Online Adjunct Instructor

  • Responsible for delivering the following Student Course Objectives: *Completing a self‐assessment and researching occupations and career paths *Developing an application, resume, cover letter and references *Organizing a job search, network, and tailoring an employment package to a specific job *Creating a portfolio, successfully interviewing and knowing how to keep the job obtained

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  Columbus State Community College

  Sept 2016 - now

  Student Advisor, Adjunct Faculty

  *Provides career advising assistance to undecided students. Identifies careers that match their personality type, values and skills, and assists student to develop educational and career goals*Conveys clear guidance on academic major and career pathways to a debt-free education to assist high school/dual credit/ early college students with clarification and integration of educational and career goals*Develop and conduct workshops for high school/dual credit/ early college on career readiness, decision-making, goal setting, campus resources, and other related topics using a variety of delivery formats*Develop customized career awareness and career exploration approaches for underrepresented student populations including but not limited to minority students and students with disabilities*Collaborate with faculty, college administrators, high school administrations and college departments to identify, define, and meet student career planning and career search needs, including setting student success goals and objectives*Coordinates development of academic and career plan for degree and/or goal completion*Provides information on programs of study as well as financial aid, new student orientation, and placement testing. Provides information about campus services and resources, student life, and opportunities for campus involvement*Develops and clarifies educational goals by conducting interviews, analyzing student needs, and reviewing applicable transcripts and other documents. Explains educational/career program options and assists students with developing a plan for degree and/or goal completion*Assists students experiencing academic difficulty (e.g. academic warning, probation and academic dismissal) to develop a plan of action to promote academic success, and conducts appropriate academic counseling intervention Show less