Kenya Buford, M.Ed Email and Phone Number

-Monitor learners’ progress in online courses through an online portal and proactively reach out to offer support when learners are struggling-Design and implement workshops, training programs, activities, and guest speakers complementing core program events (e.g., mock interviews) for learners to support their career development-Plan and deliver career coaching and professional skill development through personalized coaching sessions, in addition to cohort-wide and small group… Show more -Monitor learners’ progress in online courses through an online portal and proactively reach out to offer support when learners are struggling-Design and implement workshops, training programs, activities, and guest speakers complementing core program events (e.g., mock interviews) for learners to support their career development-Plan and deliver career coaching and professional skill development through personalized coaching sessions, in addition to cohort-wide and small group programming, to ensure participants are job-ready post-graduation. Show less

-Facilitate professional skill set development in small and large group settings, helping learners enhance their abilities for future success.-Evaluate approx. 480 learner assignment submissions per review cycle, ensuring high-quality standards and providing valuable feedback for improvement.-Collaborate closely with the Program Success Manager to identify learners who would benefit from one-on-one support, tailoring assistance to their specific needs.

-Provided personalized learner coaching and one-on-one job readiness support, equipping individuals with the skills and confidence needed to excel in their desired careers.-Reported observations and provided insightful feedback to the Program Director, contributing to ongoing efforts to enhance learner experiences and optimize outcomes.

A consulting firm aiding in navigating the college admissions process.

-Utilized annual data to inform and design programming to correct work-skill deficiencies-Managed $2,866 federally funded budget to engage, track, and develop targeted populations-Program managed and created a process for determining applicant eligibility and funds distribution -Piloted and implemented a multi-faceted district-wide intervention initiative for at-risk individuals -Decreased drop rate by 10% during 2020-2021 year resulting in generated revenue for the organization

-Contact, case manage, and intervene with individuals experiencing barriers to retention-Implement coaching strategies that meet the learning and inclusion needs of diverse individuals -Administer and analyze Resources Assessment and Psychological Safety Survey to determine needs-Identify individuals facing persistence barriers and design remediation plans to overcome challenges

-Key participant in data sourcing and reporting in fulfillment of college-wide reaccreditation requirements-Managed caseload of 535 adults’ progress via consistent tracking, monitoring, and advising-Contributed to 90% retention and graduation rate in the highly competitive College of Nursing-Implemented group advising format to streamline and improve customer registration processes-Coordinated, led, and instructed full-scale orientation and onboarding experience for new… Show more -Key participant in data sourcing and reporting in fulfillment of college-wide reaccreditation requirements-Managed caseload of 535 adults’ progress via consistent tracking, monitoring, and advising-Contributed to 90% retention and graduation rate in the highly competitive College of Nursing-Implemented group advising format to streamline and improve customer registration processes-Coordinated, led, and instructed full-scale orientation and onboarding experience for new enrollees -Developed and implemented training materials for new managers, advisors, and other staff Show less

-Increased undergraduate enrollment by 5% through outstanding marketing and presentation skills-Conducted recruitment presentations within a vast geographic territory to audiences of 85+ -Communicated the value, brand, and opportunities offered by the organization to prospective students

Taught Strategies for Success--assisted students in degree planning, time management, study skills & resume/cover letter development

-Consistently surpassed enrollment and retention goals for an annual caseload of 100+ individuals-Tracked progress, enhanced overall experience, and taught critical thinking to adult constituents -Maintained military and veteran files for annual review by the MO Dept. of Elementary & Secondary Edu. -Facilitated productive career development of adults through career coaching and resource alignment

Participated in panel discussions with prospective students regarding undergraduate experiences

-Updated Center for Faulkner Studies website with news and current events-Edited manuscripts for upcoming publications-Collaborated with the Director to research and trace William Faulkner's lineage to St. Genevieve

-Maintained cooperative environment for 15 residents, by enforcing University policies as stated in the Student Handbook; developed and facilitated safety, health and diversity programming for residents-Assisted Department as a summer conference host 2006