Tamara Arnott Email & Phone Number

Alexandria, Mn

Provides leadership for teaching & learning, and student success for the Design, Liberal Arts Divisions, and Student Service Units including: transfer, advising, counseling, library services, online education, online college in the high schools, concurrent enrollment, PSEO, and other K-12 initiatives. Facilitated improved relations with secondary partners, increasing Concurrent Enrollment participation by approximately 21 FYE for FY21 (~13.5%). I am the primary author of proposals written in… Show more Provides leadership for teaching & learning, and student success for the Design, Liberal Arts Divisions, and Student Service Units including: transfer, advising, counseling, library services, online education, online college in the high schools, concurrent enrollment, PSEO, and other K-12 initiatives. Facilitated improved relations with secondary partners, increasing Concurrent Enrollment participation by approximately 21 FYE for FY21 (~13.5%). I am the primary author of proposals written in response to the call from the United States Naval Community College (USNCC); ATCC was selected to participate in Pilot I as one of five institutions selected from 119 competing colleges and universities nationally. This effort increased visiting student enrollment by approximately 23 FYE for FY21 spring term. Collaborated with Liberal Arts and Sciences faculty to re-imagine assessment for the Associate of Arts degree, including development of program level learning outcomes, development of rubrics, processes and procedures, including faculty training. Collaborated with industry partners to develop curriculum plans for the Ophthalmic Medical Technology AAS (approved by Minnesota State) and Nuclear Engineering Technology AS (designed for the USNCC, development in process). Joined forces with Liberal Arts and Sciences faculty to develop the approved Biology, English, and Pre-Social Work Transfer Pathway AS programs. Developed online teaching faculty interaction rubric consistent with Higher Learning Commission standards in partnership with the ATCC-QIP team, and provided opportunities for faculty to receive pedagogy training through Winona State University (WeTeach). Current efforts include leading activities designed to better align admissions and advising activities with the goal to improve enrollment conversion from prospect to enrolled student, and increase student retention of current students. Show less

Duluth

Provides leadership and operations management for the Workforce and Community Development department (CE/CT workforce training) and Fire Technology/Truck Driving academic programs. Participates in regional economic development activities (Duluth Workforce Board). Supervises training activities and services in Northeastern Minnesota and the Twin Cities. Builds, maintains and initiates positive partnerships with community agencies (SOAR, Community Action Duluth, and Northforce), educational… Show more Provides leadership and operations management for the Workforce and Community Development department (CE/CT workforce training) and Fire Technology/Truck Driving academic programs. Participates in regional economic development activities (Duluth Workforce Board). Supervises training activities and services in Northeastern Minnesota and the Twin Cities. Builds, maintains and initiates positive partnerships with community agencies (SOAR, Community Action Duluth, and Northforce), educational institutions (PTCC, FDLTCC, NHED etc.) labor unions (apprenticeship programs), industry partners (MnDOT, SAPPI etc.) and the community at large. Oversees the development of the departmental work plan, managing implementation and evaluating outcomes. Conducts labor market research and analysis, successfully facilitates and writes grant applications for college-wide and CE/CT initiatives. Develops, administers, and monitors the operating budget (over $2.4 million). Monitors program offerings and enrollment to assure fiscal success. Uses LEAN principles and a collaborative leadership approach to streamline internal processes, eliminate redundancies and institute practices that have reduced errors and improved the functioning of the department setting the stage for stronger outreach efforts. Supervises, coaches, evaluates and motivates personnel and maintains positive and productive relationships with staff, faculty, and other college administrative divisions. Show less

Saint Paul, Mn

Provides leadership and management for the development and implementation of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities’ academic policy and procedures. Maintains the system’s official inventory of academic programs, including implementing academically related legislative mandates, shaping academic program development, aligning curriculum design to labor market needs, reviewing and approving academic programs that meet BOT policy and procedure requirements, and providing consultative services to… Show more Provides leadership and management for the development and implementation of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities’ academic policy and procedures. Maintains the system’s official inventory of academic programs, including implementing academically related legislative mandates, shaping academic program development, aligning curriculum design to labor market needs, reviewing and approving academic programs that meet BOT policy and procedure requirements, and providing consultative services to campus leadership. Represents system program interests to a wide variety of constituent groups including policy-makers, state licensing boards, regional/national accrediting bodies, and education-industry partners, including the Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Acted as the IT system administrator for the curriculum management technology system, department website and SharePoint site. Recognized in 2013 with a Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Employee Achievement Award. Show less

Coon Rapids & Cambridge, Mn

Facilitated new academic program development, supported curriculum improvement - drafted program goals, assessment plans and articulation agreements. Led changes through Minnesota State and Higher Learning Commission approval processes. Administrated off-site programming: College on Your Corner and Concurrent Enrollment (PSEO) programs and the Saint Cloud State University Teacher Partnership and the Connections program that offered under-prepared students a higher education bridge. Doubled the… Show more Facilitated new academic program development, supported curriculum improvement - drafted program goals, assessment plans and articulation agreements. Led changes through Minnesota State and Higher Learning Commission approval processes. Administrated off-site programming: College on Your Corner and Concurrent Enrollment (PSEO) programs and the Saint Cloud State University Teacher Partnership and the Connections program that offered under-prepared students a higher education bridge. Doubled the number of Anoka Ramsey Community College off-site locations – increasing institutional enrollment of adult students by 25%. Show less

Coon Rapids And Cambridge, Mn

Provided leadership for the assessment team, assisted faculty in developing measurable program goals, competencies and outcome objectives, created student interest surveys for faculty considering the development of new academic programs, supported faculty in the completion of Minnesota State new program applications, supervised the Perkin’s IV career & technical education grant, collaborated with Minnesota State and regional secondary partners on Perkin’s IV programs of study development and… Show more Provided leadership for the assessment team, assisted faculty in developing measurable program goals, competencies and outcome objectives, created student interest surveys for faculty considering the development of new academic programs, supported faculty in the completion of Minnesota State new program applications, supervised the Perkin’s IV career & technical education grant, collaborated with Minnesota State and regional secondary partners on Perkin’s IV programs of study development and grant implementation, coached faculty in the writing of grant applications, composed Request for Proposals to support Anoka Ramsey Community College research interests, streamlined administrative processes i.e. faculty evaluation administration, participated in the development of a Common Course Outline database. Show less

Online

Graduate courses taught:•CUR 578 Evaluation of Curriculum;•EDA 538 Higher Education Finance & Budgeting

Saint Cloud, Mn

Graduate courses taught:•EDAD 614 Higher Education Leadership and Administration•EDAD 680 Introduction to Research•EDAD 682 Advanced Research Design•EDAD 634 Human Resource Management in Higher Education•EDAD 664 Critical Issues in Higher Education;•EDAD 644 Higher Education Finance and BudgetingUndergraduate courses taught:•CEEP 361 Educational Psychology

St. Cloud, Minnesota Area

Academic & Student Services Dean (Rasmussen College, St. Cloud, MN) 2002-2006 At this HLC accredited “for-profit” two-year technical college I interviewed, hired and evaluated full and part time liberal arts and technical program faculty, developed new faculty orientation, offered professional development, monitored faculty teaching loads and class assignments, and reviewed faculty syllabi to ensure appropriate standards (rigor) and content. Strategic initiatives included promoting… Show more Academic & Student Services Dean (Rasmussen College, St. Cloud, MN) 2002-2006 At this HLC accredited “for-profit” two-year technical college I interviewed, hired and evaluated full and part time liberal arts and technical program faculty, developed new faculty orientation, offered professional development, monitored faculty teaching loads and class assignments, and reviewed faculty syllabi to ensure appropriate standards (rigor) and content. Strategic initiatives included promoting understanding of the value of liberal studies/general education – communication, critical thinking, information literacy, and generating awareness of diversity and racism issues in the classroom through instructional coaching. Oversaw satisfactory academic progress of students (probation and suspension) and audited transcripts to confirm graduation. Provided oversight of academic advising to students and determined transfer of credit. Mediated concerns between students and faculty, created the master student course schedule and scheduled students for day/evening and online classes. Participated in higher learning commission accreditation activities including program review and assessment of academic programs, generated descriptive statistical reports to assist in the strategicplanning of academic and student service offerings, managed curricular updates as programs were added and modified, supervised offerings provided by the Education Support Center (developmental education), assured campus-wide ADA compliance and prepared/managed the instructional budget ~ $700,000. Recipient “Best Academic Programs” Rasmussen College Award (Out of 9 campuses) 2005. Show less

Mcpherson, Ks

Provided leadership and supervision that supported instructional personnel and staff in providing superior educational opportunities promoting student growth and development. In collaboration with staff, implemented school routines and activities, hired teachers, observed and coached professional teaching staff, evaluated programs and practices, maintained a school climate that encouraging engaged participation in strategic initiatives. Managed student behavior to minimize school and classroom… Show more Provided leadership and supervision that supported instructional personnel and staff in providing superior educational opportunities promoting student growth and development. In collaboration with staff, implemented school routines and activities, hired teachers, observed and coached professional teaching staff, evaluated programs and practices, maintained a school climate that encouraging engaged participation in strategic initiatives. Managed student behavior to minimize school and classroom interruptions. Supported staff development to maintain continued improvement in curriculum and teaching methods. Worked with public school district special education staff to identify intellectual, physical, social and emotional needs of students and took steps to direct and coordinate the efforts of teachers and parents with available services. Maintained effective communication to keep the staff, students, and parents properly informed. Reviewed and authorized all professional staff requests for instructional materials and equipment within the approved budget. Generated the School Profile Reports and all reports required by the Kansas Department of Education. Wrote and received grant funding for Teacher Development and Computer Hardware and Software to support student learning (~$42,500). Led the school successfully through the Kansas re-accreditation process. Show less

Mcpherson, Ks

Undergraduate courses taught:•CI 455Teaching/Learning Process (Educational Psychology);•CI 475 Supervision of Student Teachers

Lindsborg, Ks

Undergraduate courses taught:•ED 321 Elementary School Music•ED 322 Music Education Methods: Elementary•ED 341 Music Education Methods: Secondary•ED 365-389 Student Teaching

Hattiesburg, Mississippi Area

Undergraduate courses taught:•Supervision of Student Teachers:K-12

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Educational Administration And Supervision

Educational Specialist - Ed.S., Higher Education/Higher Education Administration

Master Of Arts - Ma, Liberal Arts And Sciences/Liberal Studies

Bachelor Of Music, Music Teacher Education