DEBRA PETERSON
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Experienced in leading, developing and evaluating programs related to student success and retention. Ability to plan, organize and implement Learning Communities and Student Support Programs. Skilled in developing Service Unit Outcomes (SUO) and Student Learning Outcomes (SLO). Knowledgeable of the self-study process. Effective in mobilizing a team effort and accomplishing program goals. Experienced in maintaining an up-to-date calendar of all articulation activities, including external and internal deadlines. Demonstrated ability as a visionary and problem-solver. Proven track record of handling and managing multiple programs, projects, and deadlines. Experienced in budget management and strategic planning. Ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, students and community constituencies. Confident in the art of negotiation and conflict resolution. Adept at working in diverse multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Coordinator, SANKOFA Scholars Program
LONG BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, LONG BEACH, CA
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Developed a comprehensive UMOJA-affiliated Learning Community that focuses on the academic achievement of African American students.
- Collaborated with the English and Counseling Department Heads regarding course offerings and enrollment.
- Worked with instructors in the English and Counseling Departments to develop culturally relevant curriculum and supplemental learning activities.
- Wrote the Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for the SANKOFA Scholars Counseling courses.
- Planned and executed supplemental learning activities, workshops, and cultural activities.
- Worked with the program’s academic counselor to address academic and social challenges encountered by program participants.
- Guided the students in the development of the SANKOFA Scholars Associated Student Body Club.
- Worked with the LBCC Foundation to raise funds for student scholarships and program activities.
- Secured external funding from a major corporation.
- Managed district funding allocation and the SANKOFA Scholars Foundation account.
Career Counselor/Probation Coordinator
LONG BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, LONG BEACH, CA
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Developed counseling component of the Academic and Progress Workshops.
- Identified barriers to student success and motivation.
- Introduced intervention strategies that serve a diverse population of students facing scholastic challenges.
- Taught Counseling classes and provided career counseling to a diverse student population (with a primary focus on undeclared students and mid-life career changers).
- Guided individuals in taking an analytical approach to career and life planning.
- Administered and analyzed career assessments.
- Helped students in addressing self-esteem and personal life issues.
- Aided students in taking the steps in making career choices that are reflective of their personal values, skills and interests.
Department Head, Counseling and Student Development
LONG BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, LONG BEACH, CA
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Managed daily operations of the Counseling and Student Development Department at the Liberal Arts Campus.
- Developed budget related to adjunct faculty, overload and summer salaries in consultation with the Dean.
- Supervised contract and adjunct faculty members.
- Coordinated the workflow of classified staff and student assistants.
- Integrated technology in the delivery of counseling services.
- Chaired tenure review and faculty evaluation committees.
- Collaborated with administrators, faculty and staff to complete self-study of the Counseling Department’s instructional and student support programs related to Standard Five.
- Served on college-wide committees related to planning, retention, instruction, student services and professional development.
- Initiated faculty-to-faculty meetings related to student retention and academic success.
- Collaborated with Counselors from the Long Beach Unified School District and organized professional development programs.
Matriculation Counselor
LONG BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, LONG BEACH, CA
01.1996 - 01.2001
- Planned activities and projects related to Matriculation components.
- Developed and implemented the 1st generation Online Orientation Program.
- Authored a three-unit CSU Area-E counseling course, “College and Professional Success.”
- Developed content and provided a conceptual design for the Assessment Center Web page.
- Developed the LBCC Student Resource Guide.
- Provided counseling related to personal and social adjustment.
- Developed educational plans for new, continuing and re-entry students.
- Administered and analyzed interest inventories and personality assessments.
- Conducted career planning and early intervention workshops.
- Served as a member of the Academic Senate.
Acting Director, Extended Opportunity Program & Services (EOP&S)
LONG BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, LONG BEACH, CA
01.1994 - 01.1995
- Ensured overall implementation, conformity and compliance with Title V regulations.
- Coordinated counseling faculty and classified staff assignments.
- Developed and administered program budgets; identified major budget discrepancies.
- Submitted fiscal accounting reports required by the Chancellor’s Office and college district.
- Prepared annual EOPS Project Plan.
- Improved MIS data collection and student tracking systems.
- Reinstated the Peer Advisor Program.
Interim Coordinator/Articulation Officer, School and College Relations
LONG BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, LONG BEACH, CA
01.1992 - 01.1993
- Developed and revised general education, major preparation, course-to-course, and transferable course articulation agreements.
- Developed and maintained curriculum guides for Associate Degrees and Certificates offered at LBCC.
- Maintained the California Articulation Numbering System (CAN).
- Represented LBCC at high school, transfer and articulation-related meetings.
- Organized the annual College Fair in conjunction with Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD).
- Served as a member of the Curriculum Committee.
Counselor
LOS ANGELES HARBOR COLLEGE, WILMINGTON, CA
01.1991 - 01.1991
- Advised students on general education requirements at the drop-in counseling desk.
- Developed educational plans for students on academic and progress probation.
- Part-time
Counselor
LONG BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, LONG BEACH, CA
01.1990 - 01.1991
- Counseled transfer, vocational and re-entry students.
- Interpreted assessment scores and advised students in selecting courses.
- Conducted new student orientation and transfer preparation workshops.
- Long-term Substitute
Counselor
SANTA MONICA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, SANTA MONICA, CA
01.1988 - 01.1990
- Provided academic counseling to prospective transfer students majoring in Engineering, Mathematics and Physics.
- Assisted in high school recruitment and outreach activities.
- Long-term Substitute
Counselor
CERRITOS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, NORWALK, CA
01.1988 - 01.1988
- Provided individual and group counseling to students preparing to transfer.
- Clarified general education and major requirements.
- Assisted students in completing university applications and autobiographical essays.
- Part-time
Outreach Counselor
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, IRVINE
01.1985 - 01.1987
- Developed and coordinated the Transfer Center Pilot Project.
- Increased the number of community college applicants to UCI by 50 percent.
- Implemented outreach and recruitment activities at local community colleges.
- Presented workshops designed to assist students in transition from community college to the University of California.
Education
MA - Education – Counseling
California State University, Dominguez Hills
BA - Radio, Television & Film
California State University, Long Beach
Timeline
Coordinator, SANKOFA Scholars Program
LONG BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, LONG BEACH, CA
01.2008 - 01.2011
Career Counselor/Probation Coordinator
LONG BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, LONG BEACH, CA
01.2003 - 01.2008
Department Head, Counseling and Student Development
LONG BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, LONG BEACH, CA
01.2001 - 01.2003
Matriculation Counselor
LONG BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, LONG BEACH, CA
01.1996 - 01.2001
Acting Director, Extended Opportunity Program & Services (EOP&S)
LONG BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, LONG BEACH, CA
01.1994 - 01.1995
Interim Coordinator/Articulation Officer, School and College Relations
LONG BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, LONG BEACH, CA
01.1992 - 01.1993
Counselor
LOS ANGELES HARBOR COLLEGE, WILMINGTON, CA
01.1991 - 01.1991
Counselor
LONG BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, LONG BEACH, CA
01.1990 - 01.1991
Counselor
SANTA MONICA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, SANTA MONICA, CA
01.1988 - 01.1990
Counselor
CERRITOS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, NORWALK, CA
01.1988 - 01.1988
Outreach Counselor
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, IRVINE
01.1985 - 01.1987
BA - Radio, Television & Film
California State University, Long Beach
MA - Education – Counseling
California State University, Dominguez Hills
INSTITUTIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS
- Awarded a Boeing Company Employee Fund Grant for the SANKOFA Scholars Program.
- Restructured the delivery of LBCC counseling and transfer services.
- Spearheaded the development of the LBCC Online Orientation Program
- Developed and coordinated the LBCC Summer Internship Program for LBUSD High School Counselors.
- Piloted the LBCC Student Athlete Retention Program.
Training
- Administrator Development Institute, University of California, Los Angeles – Extension
- Myers-Briggs Certification (In-service)
- True Colors: Certified Presenter / Facilitator
- Negotiation Tactics and Conflict Resolution, California State University, Dominguez Hills
- Professional Assault Response Training (In-service)
- Summer Institute for Intercultural Communication, Portland, Oregon
Community Service
- Friends of the World Stage Performance Gallery, Co-chair
- Hazel M. Bryant Memorial Scholarship, In Honor of My Grandmother
- Tomorrow’s Aeronautical Museum, Volunteer
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