Layla Arnold
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Higher Education Experience:
Indiana University East, College of Business-Online Teaching Assistant August 2015-present
Sinclair Community College, Registration & Records-Enrollment Generalist March 2016-June 2017
Indiana University East, Office of Admissions-Transfer Enrollment Counselor June 2014-May 2015
AmeriCorps, Columbus State Community College-College Completion Coach August 2013-June 2014
Wright State University-First Year Experience Peer Instructor August 2012-December 2012
Wright State University-Women’s Center Special Projects Intern June 2012-December 2013
Wright State University, College of Education Dean’s Office-Student Assistant November 2011-April 2013
Education:
Indiana University-Master of Science in Adult Education, expected May 2018
Capella University-Master of Science in Industrial & Organizational Psychology, expected April 2018
Wright State University-Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership, earned April 2013
Certifications:
Indiana University-Instructional Systems Technology, expected December 2018
Indiana University-Student Affairs & Higher Education, expected July 2018
Indiana University East-The Art of Teaching, earned December 2015
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Higher Education Experience:
Indiana University East, College of Business-Online Teaching Assistant August 2015-present
- Assist the Dean of the School of Business in teaching a required 100% online capstone course (BUSJ401- Administrative Policy) and an online strategic business ethics course (BUSJ404 - Business & Society) for junior/senior students pursuing the online B.S. in Business Admin program.
- Responsible for setting up and overseeing the learning management system (Canvas) course page, developing quiz questions, assignment content, and rubrics, as well as grading assignments, communicating with students on a variety of course-related topics, tracking student participation with Starfish Early Alert System, monitoring group projects, and helping students solve technical issues.
- Aid students in networking with campus offices and services including but not limited to Library services, IT, Writing/Math Centers, etc.
Sinclair Community College, Registration & Records-Enrollment Generalist March 2016-June 2017
- Provided support to College Credit Plus staff in registering students across local school districts for Sinclair classes and maintained, updated, and monitored these students’ records
- Equated the transfer credits from other institutions to the equivalent Sinclair Community College courses and communicated daily with faculty, departments chairs, and other staff members as it related to students’ transcripts and determining transfer credit
- Researched and resolved problems relating to grades, courses, transferability of credits, and any other academic records related questions
- Integral member of the Registration team, assisting at the front customer service counter during peak times and representing the department at yearly events such as Spring Fling, Fall Affair, & Express Registration during evenings and weekends
Indiana University East, Office of Admissions-Transfer Enrollment Counselor June 2014-May 2015
- Provided quality service, communication, and support to prospective transfer students inquiring about our online degree completion programs
- Recruited prospective transfer students via diligent communication strategies including phone calls, emails, and face-to-face meetings
- Utilized knowledge of transfer admissions, student service and other relevant policies and process to build relationships and communicate to prospective transfer students throughout the admission and enrollment processes
- Evaluated transfer enrollment processes and make recommendations to aid in retention and acclimation of transfer student needs
AmeriCorps, Columbus State Community College-College Completion Coach August 2013-June 2014
- Embedded into First Year Seminar and College Success Skills courses with a caseload of almost 200 students for the year
- Responsible for helping first year students develop skills to overcome barriers to academic success and degree completion
- Provided information, awareness, and exposure to college services one-on-one and in group settings
- Consultations and interventions focused on providing personal development and assistance with planning and organization. Most importantly, sessions were intended to motivate students and provide encouragement to help students succeed in their pursuit of college credits
- Developed and conduct workshops, discussions, and activities in the classroom to help enable students to make reasoned and well-informed choices. Topics for first-year success include campus resources, career development, academic planning, time management, distance learning, goal setting, etc.
- Tracked student progress using spreadsheets and evaluations on desired outcomes set-forth by the AmeriCorps ServeOhio grants and OACC program guidelines
Wright State University-First Year Experience Peer Instructor August 2012-December 2012
- Taught a Freshman Seminar course for intended Business majors
- Designed assignments, course objectives, and discussions for the class syllabus. Topics included Career Exploration, Time Management, Financial Aid & Budgeting, etc.
- Planned and led campus co-curricular events to promote retention and involvement in campus life
- Guided students in the development of academic skills and awareness of social issues necessary for a holistic and successful college career
Wright State University-Women’s Center Special Projects Intern June 2012-December 2013
- Completed restructuring of both the academic and field experience components of the Women’s Studies Internship Course (WMS 4980)
- Finalized the WMS 4980 syllabus by contributing ideas for assignments, content and structure
- Progressed collaboration and connections between internship students, faculty advisor, and site partners by improving communication and advertising initiatives
- Helped to staff the Women’s Center during designated intern hours and special events such as Fall Fest and Love Your Body Day
- Assisted Women’s Center Director with other duties, projects, and assignments as assigned and accompany her to meetings and events
Wright State University, College of Education Dean’s Office-Student Assistant November 2011-April 2013
- Maintained administrative office tasks such as; filing, copying, running errands, answering phone calls, data entry, and creating documents
- Assisted staff and faculty with research, fundraising initiatives, and preparation for meetings
- Trained new student assistants
- Everyday use and competency in Mac and Windows programs as well as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Education:
Indiana University-Master of Science in Adult Education, expected May 2018
Capella University-Master of Science in Industrial & Organizational Psychology, expected April 2018
Wright State University-Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership, earned April 2013
Certifications:
Indiana University-Instructional Systems Technology, expected December 2018
Indiana University-Student Affairs & Higher Education, expected July 2018
Indiana University East-The Art of Teaching, earned December 2015