Ashley Edson
Winnipeg,MB
Summary
Motivated Academic Advisor with exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Successful at guiding students through course registration steps, course selection and academic planning. Expertise in goal setting and active listening. Caring Academic Advisor with a [Number]-year background. Exceptional expertise in academic support techniques, procedures and plans. Skilled in establishing trust and influence in students. In-depth knowledge of all academic majors and requirements.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Indigenous Graduate Student Success Coordinator
University Of Manitoba
10.2020 - Current
- Answered student inquiries and resolved problems related to curriculum and course prerequisites.
- Provided support and guidance to students experiencing academic and personal troubles.
- Conducted academic advisement services for students on reoccurring basis to maintain educational progression.
- Assisted students in selecting courses to align with interests and abilities.
- Mentored students, offering advice and support on topic selection, appropriateness and academic value.
- Helped students with initial adjustment to university academic life and interpreted institutions policies and requirements.
PIKE-Net Mentorship Coordinator
University Of Manitoba
04.2017 - 10.2020
- Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
- Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
- Planned, administered and controlled budgets and produced financial reports.
- Represented educational program at meetings and conferences to serve as subject matter liaison for array of services and activities assigned.
- Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of [Number] students and [Number] instructors.
Instructor
University Of Manitoba
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration and best practices.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
- Facilitated learning with creation of engaging written and oral assignments.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
Research Assistant
University Of Manitoba
06.2016 - 04.2017
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environment.
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Collaborated with other researchers to develop successful research strategies.
- Utilized advanced analytical software to analyze data sets.
Education
Masters of Social Work - Social And Clinical Stream
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB06.2016
Pre-Master's Program in Social Work -
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB04.2013
Bachelor of Arts - History And Sociology
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB10.2010
Skills
- Problem Resolution
- Counsel Individuals
- Customer Service
- Excellent Written and Oral Communication
Certification
- Intergroup Dialogue Facilitator Training - January-April, 2015
- Applied Suicide Prevention (ASIT) Training - April 12th-13th, 2016
- Breaking Barriers Anti-homophobia Training - June 2nd, 2012
Timeline
Indigenous Graduate Student Success Coordinator
University Of Manitoba
10.2020 - Current
PIKE-Net Mentorship Coordinator
University Of Manitoba
04.2017 - 10.2020
Instructor
University Of Manitoba
01.2017 - 05.2017
Research Assistant
University Of Manitoba
06.2016 - 04.2017
Masters of Social Work - Social And Clinical Stream
University of Manitoba
Pre-Master's Program in Social Work -
University of Manitoba
Bachelor of Arts - History And Sociology
University of Manitoba
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