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In my role focused on Research and Community Development, I collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to gather data, analyze research findings, and develop insights that inform program development and strategic initiatives within the organization. My responsibilities include:Engaging with the community: I actively build relationships with educators, learners, and industry experts to understand their needs and foster partnerships that align with the organization's mission.Designing and implementing community engagement strategies: I play a key role in developing and executing strategies such as surveys, focus groups, and workshops to gather feedback and involve stakeholders in decision-making processes.Contributing to thought leadership: I disseminate research findings through publications, presentations, and online platforms, contributing to the organization's reputation as a leader in the learning and development field.

Maryland, United States

• Front end website development• Shopify set up• Content consulting• Assessment Design

• Developed 15 experiential learning experience courses for students• Wrote and delivered instructor curriculum for LEAD• Hired and trained internal and external adjunct instructors• Conducted student needs analysis through surveys and focus groups

St. Mary'S City, Maryland

Courses taught:Career Exploration II (Co-teacher)CORE 103- Teachers of Tomorrow (TOT) Learning CommunityCORE 201- Fundamentals of Mentoring and Leadership

St. Mary'S City, Md

• Coordinated undergraduate field placements for 250+ students• Helped develop and build both AEFIS and Watermark assessment systems• Managed MAT application system and served as a reviewer for applicant requirements including essay grading• Designed and delivered undergraduate field placement guidelines presentations• Wrote Educational Studies department handbook• Developed MAT resource sharing website for COVID-19 and remote instruction• Managed and trained students on SWIVL technology/Ipad technology• Completed MHEC reporting requirements including TPIP and Title II

St. Mary'S City

• Completed SMCM’s common data set• Completed college guides including Petersons, US News, and Princeton Review• Followed calendar year state and national reporting requirements• Supported colleges alignment to Middle States accreditation through various ad hoc projects including DeSousa Brent Scholars Work• Managed retention and student data for SMCM’s underrepresented scholars program• Supported DeSousa Brent events and served as a POC for underrepresented student advising• Delivered NASPA presentation on underrepresented student retention model

Lexington Park, Maryland

• Completed SMC Literacy Tutor Council Training• Conducted learning needs assessments for adult ELLs• Delivered weekly lessons surrounding student needs including paperwork, appointments, and familial communication• Supported colleges alignment to Middle States accreditation through various ad hoc projects

Masters Of Distance Education, Distance Education And E-Learning

Activities and Societies: -UMUC Virtual Conference Presenter (2019)

Bachelor'S Degree, Social Sciences

Minor in Sociology