Rodney Bennett
Phoenix
Summary
Resourceful, experienced academic and career navigator focused on helping students create a bright future based on personal strengths, career goals and educational opportunities. Hardworking and resilient professional with success at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and deep understanding of student needs and department goals. Bringing 20+ years in Education Industry.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
College to Career Navigator – Community Development
Rio Salado Community College
01.2021 - Current
- Provide college and career navigation and transition coordination for adult education students in GED test preparation, English language, and career training classes: Develop customized learner-centered career training pathway plan: Plan, organize and guide the work of part-time success coaches across multiple community-based locations Support student enrollment, participation, retention, and success in college and career training: Analyzes survey and program data to guide student enrollment in applicable career training pathways: Identify wrap-around service to foster student retention and success: research program opportunities and review program requirements criteria to evaluate and determine eligibility Provide technical assistance to enroll students in educational and career training programs Serve as program and customer liaison providing program goals and guidelines, degree mapping and course support to Adult Education learners completing their HSE programing
- Educational recruitment for Adult Education population with interest in continuing with educational opportunities post HSE completion
- Develop, analyze, coordinate, and implement program function, special events and activities across multiple locations Collect analyzed and interprets data to gauge program effectiveness and inform decision making: Track and report career and transition data: monitor program-wide student outcomes leading to goal achievement during and after program exit Establish and maintain relationships with Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) partner agencies, education institutions, and training entities Develop, maintain, and deliver program resources information, presentations, and promotional materials Serve as a program student and community liaison providing adult education program-related advisement and case management for Adult Education population
College Success Coach – Dual Enrollment
Rio Salado Community College
07.2019 - 01.2021
- Perform program coordination and administration including operational planning, program management, evaluation, problem-resolution, and technical assistance Develop and maintain relationships with college academic chairs, student affairs department and college outreach to provide students with a total understanding of the college experience Serve as program and customer liaison providing program goals and guidelines, degree mapping and course support to high school students enrolled in post-secondary education Educational planning in small and large group settings providing information to high school students, parents, and faculty
- Develop early college connection and exploration, career and education planning, academic advising, financial aid literacy and application assistance, pre-college placement testing, college admission and registration, retention, and student success programming Serve as representative and coordinate collaborative efforts with community-based organizations, university partners and external stakeholders
College Success Coach – Developmental Education
Rio Salado Community College
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Provide academic advisement, degree mapping, course support and informational resourcing referrals Prepare academic reports based on bi-weekly student tracking report Develop and maintain student correspondence, presentations, program material and documentation Refer students to external service programs and community agencies as needed Research and assist in analyzing and interpreting college wide guidelines and regulations Evaluate and develop academic strategies promoting student success and retention
Athletic Academic Advisor
Mesa Community College
10.2017 - 01.2018
- Evaluated, advised, and developed individual academic/degree plan for students planning to complete their degree within two (2) years for transfer to four (4) year universities Provided advisement on admissions, class registration, pre-financial planning, transfer credit and graduation requirements Made referrals to other student services programs and/or community agencies as needed Developed, coordinated, and participated in programs designed to promote student success and retention
Program Advisor – Multicultural/Foundation for Student Success
Mesa Community College
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Evaluated, advised and developed academic strategies for under-prepared students, developmental education, and new to college students Enrolled and/or advised students on admissions, class registration, pre-financial planning, transfer credit and graduation requirements Provide academic advisement, degree mapping, course support, and information resourcing referrals to non-academic agencies as needed Perform program coordination and administration including operational planning, program management and evaluation, problem-resolution, and technical assistance Developed, coordinated, and participated in programs designed to promote student success and retention Lead advisor for students aging out of the foster care system with desire to enter secondary education Developed and conducted individual and group advising sessions
At-Risk Academic Interventionist
Forest Hills Public Schools
08.2010 - 10.2015
- Implemented programming with identified students according to individual needs Taught students and families how to acquire additional services Responded to needs as assessed by administrators and/or classroom teachers Set goals with students and provide academic support, time management skills, and study skills strategies to help them become more successful Assumed responsibility for scheduled daily/weekly sessions for at-risk students
Athletic Director
Forest Hills Public Schools
08.2001 - 06.2014
- Scheduled all athletic contests Hired, mentored, and supervised all coaches, staff workers and officials Manage athletic budget, ordered supplies, and maintained equipment Implemented and administered Athletic Code of Conduct Evaluated students’ grades to determine eligibility to participate in athletic programs
Dean of Students
Forest Hills Public Schools
08.1999 - 06.2010
- Assumed administration responsibilities in the absence of the principal Assisted the principal in all matters related to general student supervision Primary responsibility for student discipline and attendance Partnered with teachers in developing appropriate classroom management procedures Partnered with counselors in developing student Behavioral Intervention Plans Promoted and enforced the school policies and procedures
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Aquinas College
Grand Rapids, MIMaster of Arts - Athletic Administration
American Public University
Charles Town, WV01.2023
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Personal Development Sessions
- Student Advising
- Instructional Methods
- Classroom Instruction
- Education planning
- Career Development
- Verbal and written communication
- Program Management
Certification
- Certificate of Leadership, African American Leadership Institute, Phoenix, AZ
- Athletic Administration, American Public University, Charles Town, WV
Timeline
College to Career Navigator – Community Development
Rio Salado Community College
01.2021 - Current
College Success Coach – Dual Enrollment
Rio Salado Community College
07.2019 - 01.2021
College Success Coach – Developmental Education
Rio Salado Community College
01.2018 - 07.2019
Athletic Academic Advisor
Mesa Community College
10.2017 - 01.2018
Program Advisor – Multicultural/Foundation for Student Success
Mesa Community College
01.2016 - 01.2018
At-Risk Academic Interventionist
Forest Hills Public Schools
08.2010 - 10.2015
Athletic Director
Forest Hills Public Schools
08.2001 - 06.2014
Dean of Students
Forest Hills Public Schools
08.1999 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Aquinas College
Master of Arts - Athletic Administration
American Public University
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