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Oakland, California, United States

• Advise one of College Track's largest cohort of 90+ students attending a range of research-1 (R1) post-secondary institutions to ensure successful college transition/retention & degree completion• Supported the highest number of students nationally in applying & securing summer 2024 internships through Emerson Collective's First Gen Program, with placements spanning tech, finance, education, and the arts for Berkeley undergraduates• Compile & analyze student-specific data such as term/overall GPA, units, etc. to inform advising practices, leading to targeted strategies for student success & retention• Provide career advising, including cover letter & resume building, to students across various disciplines, leading to the highest placement rate among advisors nationwide

Berkeley, California, United States

• Conduct holistic evaluations of undergraduate applications from high school students in California’s Central Valley counties, assessing academic achievements, personal accomplishments, and contextual factors.• Apply professional judgment to identify motivated and equity-focused candidates while ensuring alignment with UC Berkeley's admissions policies and values.• Participate in norming and training sessions to maintain consistent scoring practices and uphold the integrity of the admissions process.• Utilize web-based platforms such as Slate and UC-specific tools for application reviews, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in remote evaluations.

Ontario, Ca

• Counseling and triaging incoming inquiries regarding financial aid application processes, aid program availability, need analysis, verification requirements, satisfactory academic progress and all eligibility for aid• Providing outstanding customer service while demonstrating patience and understanding to students and families who are seeking and/or receiving financial aid• Handle a broad scope of internal processes including daily management of billings, collections and reconciliation with a main focus on accounts receivable functions• Serve as a first point of contact on the Ontario campus for the Financial Aid Department to other school personnel and outside entities related to student loans

Ontario, Ca

• Programmed Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapy to clients with autism aged 2-19 years old to achieve greater independence in home & community life• Trained support systems of clients in the four functions of behavior while implementing goals and modeled teaching strategies• Worked directly with various cliental behavior and measured client’s independent success while reporting results to supervisor• Communicated with clients, employers, and schedulers daily via IOS applications, Microsoft Office and Google applications

Uc Berkeley

• Supervise and revision Peer Academic Counseling curriculum through program's administrative transitions• Instituted professional development ciriculum to the Peer Academic Counseling role• Spearheaded conference logistics for student staff that resulted to conference attendance with full funding

Uc Berkeley

• Oversaw project logistics for the Wellness Apparel Project while implementing community practicum on basic needs insecurity• Coordinated Peer Academic Counselor Internship (iPAC) leading to the hiring of program’s new cohort• Prepared and facilitated individual sessions and workshops focusing on metacognitive learning strategies, time management, public speaking, studying and exam preparation strategies

Uc Berkeley

• Fostered constructive dialogues between student leaders while delivering tangible results to their constituency• Incorporated wellness workshops for Latinx student organization leaders to ensure wholistic wellness• Initiated bi-yearly meetings with Chancellor to build dialogue between Latinx students and administrator

Oakland, Ca

• Administered academic and personal developments for 9th grade low-income, first generation students• Trained administrators on AVID by incorporating workshops and emphasizing interpersonal engagement• Demystified obstacles on higher education by leading financial aid workshops while counseling students