Keima Sheriff, Edd. Email & Phone Number

United States

InsideTrack pioneered the use of personalized, one-on-one executive-style coaching as a way to help all learners succeed. Our evidence-based coaching methodology translates into better enrollment, persistence, completion and career readiness. We promote learner-centered education and help break down silos to create a consistent, positive student experience — helping both students and institutions thrive.

Colmar, Pennsylvania, United States

Charged with cultivating and nurturing the Foundation’s external relationships and leading the development and implementation of the Foundation’s communication strategies via website management and social media platforms. Additionally, responsible for providing project management for several grant-funded programs. Served as an inaugural member of the Community Action Team for the Dr. Frank E. Boston Black Justice Fund, and in May 2022, transitioned into the full time role as Director of External Affairs.

Supervise five Directors in Student Support Programs, Student Life, Athletics, Children's Center, and Wellness Center. Establish strategies for student success, including scholarship funds, academic barriers, and addressing personal issues.• With a three-member team, secured a $1 million renewable state grant to launch a comprehensive Wellness Center and build a partnership with TalkSpace, a virtual teletherapy resource.• Initiated the first tri-partnership in the county with Benefits Data Trust and College Board, giving students access to social services.• Led the transition of all student programs to virtual platforms within 2 weeks of COVID-19 lockdown.• Built a private-public-learning partnership with MCCC, 1199C Training Fund, and Lumina Foundation, supporting non-traditional students in pursuing post-secondary education.• Launched Wellness Wednesday on social media.

Pennsylvania, United States

Taught 200-level psychology courses. Utilizing in-person and Blackboard LMS platforms.

Pennsylvania, United States

Leadership over diverse portfolio of student engagement programs including Student Life, Athletics, Student Support Programs, Children’s Center and the Wellness Center.

Blue Bell, Pennsylvania, United States

Developer of one of the most extensive partnerships in the Gateway to College program, a national alternative educational model for high school completion. Designed a college readiness curriculum to increase academic success, program retention, and degree completion within 6 months. Oversaw all program faculty, staff, and administrators. Co-wrote and negotiated grant applications and funding. Built partnerships with 17 school districts and 1 workforce development board. Designed GtC courses and program assessments.• Graduated 170+ students considered academically disengaged or at-risk of disengaging.• Achieved 80% completion rates and 75% transition rates, of which 50% were transitioned into MCCC enrollment.• Recognized as a 2018 finalist for the Bellwether Awards for Community Colleges.• Named by Gateway to College National Network as a "High Achieving" program for 3 consecutive years.• Implemented student engagement initiatives, including peer and group mentorship, holistic student advising, and college-wide programming.

Oversaw Peer Mentors and Minority Student Mentoring Initiative programs during departmental reorganization. Implemented policies to preserve student retention.

Pennsylvania, United States

Consult clients on needs for nonprofits, grassroot organizations, small social entrepreneurships, and faith-based groups, including leadership and staff development, strategic planning, retreat facilitation, conflict resolution, board development, diversity and inclusion trainings, and program management.• Cookman Alternative Educational Program, Philadelphia, PA: Led program coordination after Executive Director was placed on Sabbatical and trained employees through leadership shifts, fiscal challenges due to city-wide budget impasse, and conflict resolution. • Philadelphia Youth Network: Co-designed a leadership training institute for alternative education providers. • Metropolitan Christian Council of Philadelphia: Designed and implemented a 1-day long retreat. Revamped mission and vision statements, and streamlined services to focus on a multi-cultural and inclusive annual children's festival and fundraiser.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Collaborated with Dept. of Human Services, Family Court, and School District of Philadelphia to remediate truancy in delinquent youths. Oversaw court processes and procedures, records, and troubleshooting.

Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, United States

Designed a writing curriculum for urban high school students. Oversaw the after-school tutorial program and support of annual theater productions. Supervised residential halls and Tutor Counseling staff. Served as Academic Advisor and mentor to students for college and career planning.

Mercer County, New Jersey, United States

Designed and executed a community needs assessment on use of public and private funds. Secured grants and ran the Annuity charitable giving program.

Newtown, Pennsylvania, United States

Directed student activities agenda, including budgeting, program planning, events, and policy development in collaboration with student groups and departments. Served as Academic Advisor to students for personal, academic, and career planning. Supervised and trained 15 employees. Created counseling and disciplinary policies.

Doctor Of Education - Edd, Higher Education/Higher Education Administration

Dissertation Title- Finishing in Faith: An Autoethnographic Exploration of the Intersection of Faith and Doctoral Program Completion. My.

Psychology And Political Science

Master Of Social Service, Program Planning, Development And Advocacy