Cheri Beda EdD

Experience

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  Robi Craig DDS

  Jan 2006 - Dec 2009

  Clinical Coordinator

  Orthodontic assistant in a high volume clinic setting, supply management and ordering, coordinating staff and the doctor to the appropriate patient.

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  Cold Bay School

  Jan 2010 - Mar 2011

  Paraeducator

  Working directly with teachers to foster a stimulating and productive learning environment in a combined K-5 classroom. Assisting with physical education, speech therapy, math groups, and reading groups with students ages 4-11. This position included working with all members of a small community and promoting student led events.

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  The Bridge

  Oct 2012 - May 2013

  Technical Support/Case Manager

  • Provide support in a residential drug addiction treatment home for women and their young children• Meet with assigned residents to create a personal budget, write resumes, create an employment and educational plan and plan for independence• Provide disciplinary redirection for violation of house rules• Provide emotional support and be a good listener• Provide life skills trainings such as cooking, cleaning, phone etiquette, appropriate dress, and personal hygiene• Document and monitor medication• Conduct art education classes• Provide support for personal wellness and health• Offer parenting advice and lead age appropriate interaction with children and their parents Show less

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  Central Community College

  May 2013 - now

  Planned and executed a comprehensive alumni relations program for Central Community College, transforming the perception of community college graduates through effective fund development, marketing strategies, budget management, and event planning.Cultivated an engaged alumni network of over 35,000 individuals, fostering their philanthropic involvement through various giving initiatives, including giving days, campaigns, and planned giving.Assembled and led a dedicated team to produce a collaborative alumni publication highlighting college events, departments, students, and alumni from diverse backgrounds.Orchestrated numerous events spanning 25 counties to connect and engage with alumni, leveraging social media platforms for effective outreach.Delivered compelling public speeches at community events and all commencement activities.Oversaw the evaluation and selection process for the Outstanding Alumni Award nominees across three campus locations, providing coaching and guidance to the chosen recipients for creating personal bios and commencement speeches.Managed and adjusted annual budgets, providing quarterly reports to the board of directors on alumni development and fundraising initiatives.Proficiently operated Raiser's Edge software, utilizing database view and RENXT to maintain and update records with current contact information. Developed marketing emails for upcoming events and generated queries and reports as needed. Show less Assist income-eligible students to enroll in the HELP program and enroll in certificate classes to improve employment options or traditional college classesAdminister and score TABE testing to assess student’s ability to read and comprehend in a class setting Community education and outreach concerning the HELP grant and special populationsCollaboration with area social services to assist participants in all areas of life for the best possible outcomesReported outcomes in HPOG database to maintain accurate statisticsCareer advising and coaching, resume assistance, and mock interviewsAct as a liaison between participants, instructors, and staff at the college levelTeaching life skills such as financial planning, budgeting, child care arrangements, and health topicsAbove all being kind, encouraging, and a motivator Show less

  • Alumni and Development Director

    Sept 2014 - now

  • Case Manager

    May 2013 - Aug 2014