Former Retention Coordinator and Learning Specialist
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HOME 601-***-**** • CELL 601-***-****
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SONYA D. WEBSTER
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position with an organization that will best utilize my skills, knowledge and training attained through education and experience.
EDUCATION
Doctorate of Philosophy, Educational Administration and Supervision
Jackson State University Jackson, MS August 2013-present
Master of Science, Education (Health, Physical Education, and Recreation)
Jackson State University Jackson, MS August 2013
Master of Arts, Higher Education and Student Personnel
The University of Mississippi Oxford, MS May 1998
Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education
The University of Mississippi Oxford, MS May 1995
WORK EXPERIENCE
Jackson State University
Learning Specialist, Athletic Department
October 2017 to June 2018
Provide academic advising and support services to student-athletes on assigned teams, as well as to student athletes diagnosed with learning disabilities or learning deficiencies
Assess and evaluate student athletes’ academic needs using research and knowledge gained in the field to create a sustained and individualized support system to academic success, and help develop independent learners
Monitor the athletic and academic progress of at-risk student-athletes
Develop class schedules and degree plans for assigned students, with an emphasis on University, SWAC, and NCAA academic eligibility requirements
Serve as a liaison between the AAEC and the Office of Disability Services in order to develop and administer a comprehensive program to assess student-athletes for learning difficulties and disabilities; and coordinate educational assistance and accommodations to allow student-athletes to perform successfully in college
Coordinate initial diagnostic testing of student-athletes with a licensed professional and/or gather necessary special education documentation from high school/previous institution
Obtained competency in Athletic Compliance Process (PSA, MCF, APR) for NCAA Division I eligibility
Jackson State University
Retention Coordinator, Undergraduate Studies
January 2008 to October 2017
Developed, coordinated and implemented University wide retention efforts
Devised and implemented programs and strategies that will increase the first to second semester freshmen and fall to fall retention rates
WORK EXPERIENCE (Continued)
Developed and implemented academic support programs for students
Assisted in Orientation Programming
Performed academic advising functions
Developed General Studies degree plans
Performed degree audits
Participated in the admissions process
Jackson Public School District
Teacher
November 2004 to December 2007
Prepared and taught lesson plans for Reading, Language, Science and Social Studies
Managed 90+ students in departmental team-taught setting
Managed and maintained classroom behavior and provided individual and group instruction
Adapted teaching style to facilitate effective learning with a diverse student population
Delgado Community College
Retention Counselor, Division of Student Affairs
December 2003 to November 2004
Provided academic/retention advising to students for West Bank campus
Participated in Orientation, Academic Advising, Registration, and Support Services (OARS) for new students
Developed General Studies degree plans and performed degree audits
Participated in the admissions process
Served as resource person for educational/retention programs
Taught CCSS107, Community College Success Skills
University of Mississippi Athletics Department
Academic Advisor for Athletics, Office of Student-Athlete Services
August 1997 to December 2003
Served as an athletic representative in recruiting student athletes
Organized new student athlete orientation
Maintained academic progress of eight teams (Women’s Basketball, Softball, Volleyball, Tennis Men’s Golf, Men & Women’s Track and Tennis)
Maintained satisfactory progress records and generated reports
Communicated with faculty regarding student athletes’ academic progress
Reported academic progress to coaches and coaching staff
Advised and assisted student athletes with academic requirements as related to SEC and NCAA rules and regulations
Hired and trained tutors and study hall monitors
Organized study hall and individual tutoring sessions
Conduct weekly meetings with freshmen and “at risk” students
Provided organized tutorial and study sessions while traveling with the women’s basketball team
Chaired subcommittee on academics for CHAMPS Life Skills program
WORK EXPERIENCE (Continued)
University of Mississippi Athletics Department
Interim Director, Office of Student-Athlete Services
January 2003 to March of 2003
Evaluated initial eligibility documents for high school and transfer students
Organized on-campus recruiting and orientations for incoming athletes
Coordinated and delegated day-to-day office tasks and responsibilities
Supervised a staff of six
Acted as signatory officer for official correspondence
Drafted all nomination forms for athletic and academic honors and scholarships
Coordinated textbook distribution, collection, and records
Reimbursed students for off campus book and supply purchases
University Counseling Center
Graduate Assistant
August 1996-August 1997
Scheduled appointments and maintained confidential client files
Responsible for input of client information into computer system
Administered and scored the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator
Assumed support staff responsibilities
University of Mississippi Athletics Department
Paraprofessional, Office of the Asst. Athletic Director for Internal Affairs
January 1997 to May of 1997
Helped the Assistant Athletic Director with the coordination of activities associated with Title IX community involvement, human resources, and marketing
Assisted in the coordination and implementation of a Women’s Sports Awareness Week
Facilitated the administration of a student survey
Assisted in the development and implementation of the Community Involvement Program (CIP)
University of Mississippi Image Program
Summer Bridge Program Coordinator Assistant
June 1996 to August 1997
Assisted in the coordination of the Summer Bridge program
Supervised six counselors
Monitored student class attendance by performing random class checks
Served on the planning committee for the 1997 Summer Bridge Program
Enforced program’s disciplinary polices, rules and guidelines
University Counseling Services
Orientation Academic Advisor
June 1992 to August 1996
Advised incoming students on tentative academic schedules
Organized and scheduled individual counseling sessions with over forty students
Supervised over forty Summer Orientation Leaders
Student Housing & Residence Life
Resident Advisor, Community Living Leadership Leader (C3L), & Desk Assistant
August 1993 to December 1996
WORK EXPERIENCE (Continued)
Managed a residence floor that consisted of 40+ female students
Prepared social, emotional, life-planning, physical, and academic programming for the residents
Prepared program budgets and evaluations
Conducted room and dorm equipment inventories at the beginning and end of the semester
Tracked the flow of residence hall visitation and equipment
Provided the residents with a link to the University Counseling Services
Managed Intramural Sports
University Teaching & Learning Center
Coordinator of Tutoring Services
June 1995 to August 1996
Identified and placed tutors into the most cohesive positions for the unit.
Updated student files and followed up with counselors on student progress.
Initiated correspondence with parents whose children participated in an academic support program
Administered placement tests
TEACHINGEXPERIENCE
Jackson State University
Instructor, Learning to Learn
August 2008 to August 2016
Taught GNST 200, Learning to Learn
Prepared instructional lectures for “Learning to Learn,” to assist students in determining what obstacles are interfering with their learning, in overcoming their problems and in gaining self-confidence and self determination
Developed class requirements, assignments, and projects
Administered tests/quizzes to assess learning
Delgado Community College
Instructor, Community College Success Skills
January 2004 to May 2004
Taught CCSS 107, Community College Success Skills
Prepared instructional lectures for “College Success Skills,” for the enhancement of problem-solving and independent learning skills; educational planning; development of academic success skills; exploration of strategies to manage student’s time and career planning
Developed class requirements, assignments, and projects
Administered tests/quizzes to assess learning
University of Mississippi
Instructor, First Year Seminars
August 2002 to December 2002
Taught EDLD 105, First Year Seminar
Prepared instructional lectures for “First Year Experience,” which helped first-year students adjust to the University, develop a better understanding of the learning process & begin the major/career exploration process
Developed class requirements, assignments, and projects
Administered tests/quizzes to assess learning
University of Mississippi
Teaching Assistant
August 1995 to December 1995
Taught EDLD 101, Study Skills for College
Prepared Lesson Plans for each class lecture
Tested and evaluated student progress
COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE
Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office Packages and Windows Operating Systems (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Knowledgeable in Banner/PAWS student information system
Knowledgeable in utilization of Canvas student Learning Management Systems
Educated in Student Information Systems (SIS) and Systems Application & Production in Data Processing (SAP)
SOCIAL AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Work well with diverse populations
ACTIVITIES
Jackson State University Retention Advisory Board (RAB)
Jackson State University’s Default Prevention and Management Team
Jackson State University’s Honors College Advisory Board
President/Advisor for Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society
Mississippi AA Certified Teacher (K-12)
National Association of Academic Advisors for Athletics (former member)
University of Mississippi CHAMPS Life Skills Committee and Subcommittee chair on Academics (former)
National Academic Advising Association, NACADA (current member)
REFERENCES
Mr. David Harris
Athletic Director
Northern Iowa State University
1227 W 27th Street
Cedar Falls, IA 50614
Mr. Derek Horne
Director of Athletics
Alcorn State University
1000 Alcorn Drive St 359
Lorman, MS 39096
Mrs. Lynnette Y. Johnson
Executive Assoc. Athletics Director- Women’s Division
University of Mississippi
Gillom Sports Complex
University, MS 38677
Ms. Tonja Jones-Bartholomew
Registrar
Delgado Community College
City Park Campus
615 City Park Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70119
Earvin Jones, Sr.
Senior Pastor Fellowship Bible Church
Highway 51 South
P.O. Box 250
Canton, MS 39046
601-***-**** (office)
601-***-**** (home)
Ms. Jacquline Vinson
Project Coordinator -- Mississippi Alliance for Minority Participation
University of Mississippi
Summerville 111
University, MS 38677
Mr. David K. Wells
Senior Assoc. Athletic Director – Compliance & Student Services (Retired)
University of Mississippi
University, MS 38677
662-***-**** (home)
Dr. Evelyn J. Leggette
Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs
(Retired)
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS 39217
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Mr. German Bello Dr. Robert Blaine
Director, Student-Athlete Services Chief Administrative Officer
Division of Athletics City of Jackson
Jackson State University Jackson, MS
Jackson, MS 39217 601-***-****
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