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Marti Baker

Port Wentworth

Summary

Proficient leader in efforts to retain employees and students. Adept, dedicated, and exceedingly accomplished Professional with proven record of success empowering staff and students to set and achieve professional and academic goals. Knowledgeable of ADP Management Services, hiring processes, orientation, and dismissals. Proven excellence in in facilitating adult education training and classroom instruction. Unquestionable to work collaboratively with colleagues and community partners. Demonstrated expertise in comprehensive student retention and advisement. Exceptional verbal and written communicator. Highly skilled at assessing employee and student needs and taking an employee/ student – centered approach to charting career and academic pathways. Proficient in MS Word, Banner Student Information System, Degree Works, EAB, Extender, GALIS, and Ellucian products.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CAREER SERVICE SPECIALIST

SAVANNAH TECHNICAL COLLEGE
- Current
  • Assists students with placement in fast-track program
  • Conducts class presentations on career development to classes
  • Participates in community outreach events
  • Advocates for students in need of employment

HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY COORDINATOR/LEAD TEACHER

SAVANNAH TECHNICAL COLLEGE
01.2022 - 01.2025
  • Trains and teaches GED/adult education to understand all aspects of Career plus high school initiative
  • Conducts required trainings and workshops for professional development
  • Coordinated and supervises part-time employees
  • Assisted students with ADED enrollment application and processes
  • Instructs students, develops lessons and individual educational plans for students

GED Instructor

SAVANNAH TECHNICAL COLLEGE
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Initiated invaluable instruction to students at a myriad of skill levels in preparation for the GED exam.
  • Created learning objectives and lesson plans based on student needs.
  • Produced individualized plans for students with more intensive instructional needs.
  • Assessed progress of students and adjusts lesson plans accordingly.
  • Provided one-on-one instruction for ESL students

Resident Initiative and Development Manager

HINESVILLE HOUSING AUTHORITY
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Worked collaboratively with community partners to provide a broad range of services for residents.
  • Assessed needs of residents and foster an environment that encourages increased well-being and spirit of community.
  • Made regular updates to Community Resource Guide to ensure residents are aware of available services and resources.
  • Promoted community events and disseminate pertinent information by creating flyers and other promotional print materials.
  • Coordinated and facilitated monthly residential meetings.
  • Entered new hire information in ADP system for payroll, benefit options, and personal information.
  • Assisted CEO in daily operational tasks and completed assignments in timely manner.

GED Instructor

SAVANNAH TECHNICAL COLLEGE
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Provided invaluable instruction to students at a myriad of skill levels in preparation for the GED exam.
  • Defined learning objectives and developed lesson plans based on student needs.
  • Developed individualized plans for students with more intensive instructional needs.
  • Assessed progress of students and adjusted lesson plans accordingly.

Academic Advisor

GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Engaged in effective academic mapping in order to guide students through their matriculation.
  • Provided invaluable assistance with course selection, major exploration, connection to University resources, and academic policies.
  • Met regularly with students to discuss progress and address any academic concerns in an effort to retain student body.
  • Worked collaboratively with colleagues in other departments to ensure students questions were answered in a timely manner.
  • Played key role in assisting students with course planning and registration.
  • Maintained comprehensive student records.

Freshman Year Experience Instructor (Part – Time)

SAVANNAH STATE UNIVERSITY
01.2009 - 01.2018
  • Facilitated course that assisted first – term freshmen with their acclimation to college life and to the University.
  • Provided students with a keen understanding of campus resources, academic policies, University culture, and other key topics.
  • Addressed questions and concerns for students and ensured their integration into college life was seamless.

Academic Advisement Specialist

SAVANNAH STATE UNIVERSITY
01.2009 - 01.2017
  • Played key role in orienting new freshmen and other academic levels with academic advising and career mapping.
  • Provided value – added guidance and mentorship as students navigated their academic journeys.
  • Advised students in alternative program and developed comprehensive action plans to ensure their success.
  • Empowered students to take ownership of their academic paths by equipping them with a wealth of information.
  • Maintained thorough student records.
  • Facilitated effective classroom instruction for remedial Reading/English courses.
  • Contributed to retention by maintaining regular communication with students and fostering an environment that encouraged success.

Part – Time Instructor

VIRGINIA COLLEGE
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Facilitated course instruction for non – traditional students.
  • Developed learning objectives and taught English/Writing courses.
  • Maintained thorough record of attendance and academic performance.

Education

Ed.D. - Higher Education Leadership

GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
Statesboro, GA

M.Ed. - Adult Education

ARMSTRONG ATLANTIC STATE UNIVERSITY
Savannah, GA
01.2006

B.A. - English

ARMSTRONG ATLANTIC STATE UNIVERSITY
Savannah, GA
01.2000

Skills

  • Attendance tracking & Payroll Processing
  • Academic Mapping
  • Resource Development
  • Employee Relations
  • Classroom Instruction & Innovation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Data Management & Reporting
  • Skillful Communication
  • Career Development/Job Placement

Affiliations

National Academic Advising Association (NACADA) (2009 – 2017)

Certification

  • Graduate Certificate in Academic Advisement, Kansas State University (2012)
  • Georgia Assessment for the Certification of Educators (GACE)
  • Middle Grades Language Arts (2009)
  • Basic Skills Tests I – III (2008)

Timeline

HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY COORDINATOR/LEAD TEACHER

SAVANNAH TECHNICAL COLLEGE
01.2022 - 01.2025

GED Instructor

SAVANNAH TECHNICAL COLLEGE
01.2020 - 01.2022

Resident Initiative and Development Manager

HINESVILLE HOUSING AUTHORITY
01.2020 - 01.2021

GED Instructor

SAVANNAH TECHNICAL COLLEGE
01.2019 - 01.2020

Academic Advisor

GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
01.2018 - 01.2020

Part – Time Instructor

VIRGINIA COLLEGE
01.2012 - 01.2013

Freshman Year Experience Instructor (Part – Time)

SAVANNAH STATE UNIVERSITY
01.2009 - 01.2018

Academic Advisement Specialist

SAVANNAH STATE UNIVERSITY
01.2009 - 01.2017

CAREER SERVICE SPECIALIST

SAVANNAH TECHNICAL COLLEGE
- Current

M.Ed. - Adult Education

ARMSTRONG ATLANTIC STATE UNIVERSITY

B.A. - English

ARMSTRONG ATLANTIC STATE UNIVERSITY

Ed.D. - Higher Education Leadership

GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
Marti Baker