Tamara E. Collins

Irving, TX *****

314-***-****

ad1tuj@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Responsible for academic advisor, admission, recruitment, retention, curriculum developer and adjunct instructor for 7+ years of experience. Skilled researcher of evolving production trends to optimize a success rate for retention by maintaining accurate database, reports, records, and statistics. Develop assessments to measure progress of course study. Strong ability to craft theoretical training with practical teaching experience to implement a rigorous process that protects the integrity of food science, food safety and nutrition.

EDUCATION

Alabama A & M University - Huntsville, AL

Master of Science - Food Science & Food Safety Graduated

Lincoln University - Jefferson City, MO

Bachelor of Science - Marketing Graduated

FOOD SAFTEY NET SERVICE CERTIFICATIONS

Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HAACP)

Preventative Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI)

Safe Quality Food (SQF)

Food Safety Management System (FSMS)

CORE SKILLS

Problem Solving & Organization

Data Analysis & Reporting

Strategic Planning & Time Management

Employee Training & Career Development

Policy & Regulatory Compliance

Full Cycle Recruitment

New Hire Orientation

Job Development & Placement

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Proficient in analyzing and interpreting data maintained in MS Access databases to provide status reports and management overview reports.

Advanced in creating and formatting Excel pivot tables, formulas, and spreadsheets to organize complex data.

Mastered development of project requirements documentation within Excel and promoted use of project management planning tools.

Created, executed, and maintained MS Project schedule and work breakdown structure for multiple projects while leading team planning sessions related to structure and sequencing.

Advanced experience in designing and facilitating dynamic and interactive PowerPoint presentations that incorporate both sound and animations.

Extensive knowledge of designing professional printed and electronic materials for external and internal stakeholders using MS Word and PowerPoint.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Chegg University - Santa Clara CA

Curriculum Developer / Subject Matter Expert Apr 2022 - Present

Ensured content delivery is viable, feasible learning objectives, program capstones, course assessments that are driven by learning outcomes and test updated content to test outcomes.

Conducted surveys, tests, and competitive analyses to ensure our learning objectives are teaching, with the highest-demand job skills in each industry we teach.

Analyzed learner data to identify and make improvements to the program based on data with cross-functional teams to communicate updates/changes to course content.

Designed for a diverse group of student personas that have varied education, skills, work backgrounds, and demands on their time.

Developed content solutions supported by the operations teams and delivered within budget by our Subject Matter Experts, Instructional Designers, and Editorial teams.

Knowledgeable of adult-learning best practices which configure content and roll out curriculum that provides the needs of each level of learner.

Stayed up to date on industry recognized credentials and skills to prepare students to test for certifications or job outcomes.

Parker University - Dallas TX

Adjunct Instructor Aug 2018 - Dec 2022

Responsible for developing all online materials for students, new curriculum each year, track student milestones, maintaining class material, prepare lecture notes and a list of resource links.

Participated in ongoing relevant professional development to ensure implementation of current strategies and promising practices.

Knowledge of State and Federal policies and procedures impacting service to students such as FERPA, TSI-A, Title IX.

Responsible for staying in contact with students, maintaining a passing rate for studies, suitable textbooks, training material and office hours.

Developed, manage resources through skills such as instructional design, curriculum development, and project management.

Researched subject matter expert for product and development, product training and Utilize technology for material development.

Determined type of training strategies most suitable for the subject matter, goals, and intended audience with high quality education.

Collaborated with a broad network of internal and external partners to connect students to additional supports that address student needs for their success.

Researched scholarly peer-reviewed and governmental data about local developments related to this phenomenon.

Art Institute of Dallas - Dallas TX

Nutritionist & Quality Assurance Jan 2020 – Mar 2021

Managed meal nutritional data with formal label by consumer data analysis and performed root cause analysis.

Arranged the repair of QA related equipment that is malfunctioning, quality standards and nutritional data with cross functional teams.

Evolved food production trends to optimize safety and sanitation, rigorous quality & assurance processes that protect product integrity and the company brand.

Strong ability to provide current academic and theoretical training with state, local and federal National School Program food guidelines for recipe and nutritional value compliance.

Exposed students to a variety of regulations and procedures in health and nutritional science and maintain data integrity of recipes and meals.

Responsible for monitoring and maintaining quality compliance targets and auditing all products to ensure high standards of quality.

Communicated all QA records, data, and information available to managers and updated and reviewed HACCP plans.

Alabama A&M University - Huntsville AL

Retention / Admission Specialist Aug 2013 - Aug 2018

Responsible for accepting and completing open enrollment verifications and deferments; gathering data and certifying student registration requests.

Collaborate with Pathway Specialists to assist unassigned students in selecting a pathway and program of study.

Maintain professional working relationships with students, faculty, and staff. Assigns students to classes on a flexible schedule as space is available.

Provide professional academic advising, career exploration, relevant resource referrals, orientation, and registration assistance.

Mange case load of 200+ students and support in other areas during peak times, such as graduation, transcript evaluation, and recruitment.

Prepares reports, proposals, and recommendations for overall programs; keeps detailed records of assigned activities.

Ability to assist students in identifying and navigating barriers that impact retention, persistence completion, and success.

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