Natalie Smith (Bennett) Email & Phone Number

Bellingham, Washington Area

- Set enrollment goals in conjunction with the Administration and Board- Develop and implement strategies to fill openings with mission-appropriate students- Build and maintain a robust admissions funnel for all grade levels (preschool – 8)- Support outreach and marketing activities, including regular direct marketing contacts- Support comprehensive marketing, application, and registration materials- Coordinate and support retention efforts- Conduct all aspects of the admission process from the point of inquiry through enrollment- Collect and manage data related to all admission inquiries- Manage the (small) marketing budget- Career and College Course Co-teacher in the fall of 2014 - Career and College Course Teacher in the fall of 2016 and served as College Counselor - Assistance Coach for Middle School Cross Country in the fall of 2015, 2016 & 2017

Istanbul, Turkey

Through its challenging curriculum and strong staff-student relationships, IICS provides a caring environment that inspires each student to excel and to be inquisitive, creative, compassionate, balanced and internationally- minded. - Provided 20+ individual counseling sessions: University planning and application review sessions, responsive services and interventions Led small groups: Primarily new student transitions - Consulted, researched, created and authored 10th Grade Pastoral (Exploration and Careers) Course’s curriculum and learning objectives - Facilitated guidance lessons for 7th, 9th and 10th grades: 18 lessons for the 10th Grade Pastoral (Exploration and Careers Course) - Implemented components of NAVIANCE – a college and career readiness solution that helps connect academic achievement to post-secondary goals, improve college and career planning abilities for students - Advised the student Ambassadors and facilitated the development of inaugural program - Co-facilitated Parent Teacher Conference Presentation(s) Consulted with administrators, parents, staff and other professionals

Drake University / Des Moines, Iowa / U.S.A. (Morehouse Hall)

The Office of Residence Life at Drake University is committed to empowering students in their personal growth and development while providing them with the support and opportunities for involvement. Our goal is to integrate living and learning while supporting the educational goals of our students and the institution. - Supervised staff of 10 Resident Assistants (RAs), 1-2 Assistant Residence Hall Coordinators (ARHCs) and 2 Full-time Desk Receptionists Supported and encouraged programming for a positive, inclusive community of 462 students in three residence halls (Morehouse, Ross and Jewett) - Managed administrative needs of halls including facility concerns, occupancy, conduct audits, and room assignments/consolidation Advised and counseled students on personal and academic matters, making referrals as necessary - Responsible for the initial and second contact with residents who violate residence hall and / or university policies through educational sanctioning and intervention - Advised hall government, National Residence Hall Honorary Association (NRHH), Engaged Citizenship House and other residence life organizations/activities - Responsible for desk operations, which included the selection, training, organization, scheduling and supervision of the desk staff (2 Full-time Receptionists and 24+ student employees)- Participated in an on-call duty rotation and responded to conduct concerns or emergency situations in residence halls Assisted with development and selection of student and professional staff- Maintained fiscal and ethical responsibility for hall budget - Reviewed, updated, presented, facilitated and coordinated Spring Staff Development and staff assessment modules (25+ presentations or guest speakers)- Co-Instructed the following courses for the RAs: Identity (Self and Resident) Community, Counseling Issues and Skills, Equity and Inclusiveness, Communication / Confrontation and Documentation and Differences and Building Community

Drake University / Des Moines, Iowa / U.S.A.

This six-week program encourages first-year students to develop their collegiate leadership skills.- Instructed six-week course based off the following principles: Model the Way, Inspire a Shared Vision, Challenge the Process, Enable Others to Act & Encourage the Heart

Alamosa, Colorado / U.S.A.

The Adams State College (Hispanic Institution) Housing and Residence Life system provides students with an environment intended to enhance the educational, social, and personal growth of the students while residing in a close quartered, diverse environment where civility, diversity, and learning are expected and celebrated throughout the ASC community. - Responsible for the overall administration and day-to-day operation of the High-Rise Complex – a family and upper-aged apartment complex housing approximately 250-300 residents and six Resident Assistants - Met weekly with staff members and ensured personal / professional health while identifying behaviors and deficiencies in job performance and performed regular evaluation of staff members - Facilitated 100+ active and passive programs yearly through Resident Assistants – Responsible for hall programming budget - Handled all disciplinary procedures in High-Rise Complex – administered meetings as well as assigned / tracked educational sanctions for policy violations – maintained records according to FERPA standards - Served as on-call crisis responder for on-campus population of single students and families Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, and selecting Resident Assistant Staff and Residence Hall Director Staff Presented and co-planned the Resident Assistant’s Fall Training (presenting courses on Emergency Procedures and Effective Communication) - Supervised and administered front desk operations at High-Rise Complex Coordinated opening and closing procedures at the beginning and end of each semester - Chaired the Housing and Residence Life Community Service Committee for the 08/09 academic year - Chaired the Housing and Residence Life Diversity / Social Justice Committee for the 07/08 academic year

College Counseling, Enrichment Course

Course Title: Counseling the College Bound Student (Online)

Master Of Science In Counseling | Summa Cum Laude, Secondary Counseling Certification

Activities and Societies: American School Counseling Association (ASCA) | American Counseling Association | School Counseling Internship.

Bachelor Of Science In Psychology & Bachelor Of Arts In History Magma Cum Laude And President’S List, Psychology & History

Activities and Societies: NCAA Scholarship Athlete | Lead Intern / Program Assistant for the International Center | Public Relations Chair.

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