Amanda Carpenter, Mba, Edd Email & Phone Number

Richmond, Va, Us

Chesterfield, Virginia, United States

In this role, I partner with key stakeholders across the organization to focus on developing and training team members while maintaining our LMS and Performance Management systems. Additionally, I work closely with the HR Director to build strategy, create and resolve organizational issues and implement workforce solutions.• Plan, design, develop, deliver, evaluate, and continually improves curricula for learning and development programs with our LMS system.• Serve as an advisor to the leadership team on processes and strategy, including socialization and education of the Performance Management too.• Assess training and development needs through surveys, interviews, focus groups, and communication with the team.

Chesterfield, Virginia, United States

For the RCG Behavioral Health Network I ensure the acquisition of qualified staff by updating job descriptions and conducting interviews and evaluate applicant qualifications to identify top candidates. As we proceed with the process, I communicate all relevant changes to senior leadership.• Facilitated transitions into organization with new hire onboarding procedures following acquisition interviews.• Heightened organizational profile and managed real-time communications by coordinating business presence across social media platforms, strengthening digital relationships.

Chesterfield, Va

My instructional approach includes establishing a supportive classroom environment designed to encourage engagement, participation, and collaboration. In addition, I modify my instructional approaches to meet the needs of individual learners, fostering an atmosphere of success. My role includes coordinating with faculty colleagues and administrators to advance student performance initiatives.• Attained QM Certification for College Success Skills course, developed syllabi, selected educational materials, and designed appropriate assessment instruments.• Trained new College Success instructors, providing in-person and online shadowing as long as required.• Delivered significant savings for students by converting course learning materials from traditional textbook formats to open educational resources.• Received consistently positive feedback on student evaluations for course instruction and individual support.Courses taught: Principles of Public Speaking, College Success Skills, Public Relations

Chesterfield, Va

As Retention Coordinator, I provided leadership and direction for comprehensive retention programs and initiatives designed to improve the student experience and raise professional integrity.• Processed all responses to Early Alert System referrals for potentially at-risk students personally.• Delivered academic activities and programs to support retention efforts, communicated relevant data to college leadership.

Chesterfield, Va

This multi-faceted position involved coordinating first-year academic and orientation programs to build a solid foundation for student success, where I identified program outcomes and support activities, and developed assessment materials and approaches for all courses. I was able to expand the participation in orientation activities through strategic leadership and implementation of updated program format.• Designed course template executed by 75 - 100 sections annually, provided assessment information from program to institutional research unit.• Achieved 97% student success rate with development and implementation of three-day version of one-credit introductory College Success Skills course.• Trained and managed professional development for 65 adjunct instructors to ensure achievement of identified learning outcomes for College Success Skills.• Enhanced student transitions to college by implementing first-ever Student Ambassador program, offering current students opportunities for leadership growth and development.• Supported campus Quality Enhancement Plan by maintaining curriculum storehouse and delivering oversight for improvement activities.• Expanded reach of orientation offerings by designing online program, coordinating with vendor to develop content, write scripts, and promote availability to incoming students.

Chesterfield, Va

This was another position incorporating multiple aspects where I fostered community spirit and an inclusive environment by championing collaboration and stimulating academic excellence through coordinating a full range of educational, social, and cultural programs. To ensure continuous growth I incorporated student development theory, and regularly assessed both program effectiveness and student progress.• Drove student involvement by developing and implementing effective marketing strategies based on identified campus life needs.• Achieved student engagement level of 54% during the first year in this position, with continued annual growth.

Chesterfield, Va

After identifying a gap in the market, I launched a site dedicated to recognizing and informing the public of festive celebrations, travel, food, fashion, and everything in between. As Founder I coordinate with local vendors to promote venues and products and connect with companies to highlight products and services.• Produced, edited, and published all content, targeting a diverse digital audience.

Prince George, Virginia, United States

This position allowed me the opportunity to revitalize the underperforming operations of our admissions functions by introducing high-quality, effective leadership focused on aligning strategies with identified admissions targets. Individual activities included overseeing open houses for prospective students and new student orientation programs.• Devised and implemented innovative enrollment strategies based on an assessment of enrollment trends.

Prince George County, Virginia, United States

As an Admissions Counselor, I recruited students to our campus by executing plans targeting identified territories, establishing student relationships, and continuing communication.• Improved overall student experience by developing innovative student life programs.

Doctor Of Education - Edd, Leadership, Additional Coursework In Curriculum And Instruction

Dissertation: The Effects of Perceived Learning on Open Sourced Classrooms within the Southeastern Region of the United States

Graduate Certificate, Organizational Communication, General

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Human Resources Management

Bachelor Of Business, Human Resources Management/ Industrial Relations

Associate Of Science - As