Monica Urbina
Tulare
Summary
Dedicated education professional with a strong commitment to student success, particularly in rural communities. Experienced in dual enrollment counseling, student pathway development, and stakeholder collaboration to expand early college opportunities. Proven ability to increase college credit attainment, enhance program accessibility, and foster strong partnerships with educational institutions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Dual Enrollment Manager and Trajectory Assistant
Wonderful College Prep Academy
10.2021 - Current
- Develop and train on-site support staff through professional development and partnerships
- Conduct comprehensive staff evaluations focused on performance and alignment with institutional goals
- Support students in selecting courses aligned with their educational and career aspirations
- Provide counseling services for dual enrollment students, including academic planning and credit recovery
Pathways Liaison
Wonderful College Prep Academy
02.2020 - 10.2021
- Advised students and families on academic progress and college credit opportunities
- Coordinated educational field trips and work-based learning experiences
- Partnered with Bakersfield College to facilitate student enrollment and pathway sequencing
- Provided individual and group counseling to support student success and retention
Small Group Instructor
Wonderful College Prep Academy
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Supported classroom instruction, monitored blended learning trackers, and provided student supervision
- Led classroom instruction in the absence of teachers and collaborated with faculty to enhance learning outcomes
Education
Masters - public administration
Fresno state
01.2021
Double major - psychology, public health
Uc Merced
01.2019
Skills
- Admissions expertise
- Academic advising
- Student recruitment
- Enrollment forecasting
Accomplishments
- Doubled the number of graduates attaining their AA/AS degrees
- 90% of students at Lost Hills and Delano are on track to earn their AA/AS
- Expanded pathways from 1 to 7 trajectories
- Both campuses earned dual enrollment equity award in 2024
- Increased 9th through 12th grade student enrollment into Bakersfield College
Timeline
Dual Enrollment Manager and Trajectory Assistant
Wonderful College Prep Academy
10.2021 - Current
Pathways Liaison
Wonderful College Prep Academy
02.2020 - 10.2021
Small Group Instructor
Wonderful College Prep Academy
07.2019 - 02.2020
Double major - psychology, public health
Uc Merced
Masters - public administration
Fresno state
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