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Susan Coates

Langford,BC

Summary

Experienced Academic Advisor with a proven track record in the Sooke School District, specializing in student assessment and academic planning. Successfully developed individualized plans that empowered students to achieve their educational goals, while maintaining meticulous records and ensuring compliance with Ministry audit requirements. Strong communicator adept at fostering relationships with diverse student populations.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Academic Advisor/ Head Teacher/Integration Support

QELEṈSEN Á, LEṈ Secondary School
09.2023 - Current
  • Monitored student performance and provided guidance for improvement where needed.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress towards graduation.
  • Coordinated registration procedures at the beginning of each semester, ensuring that all paperwork was completed accurately.
  • Created presentations outlining important information regarding degree requirements, scholarship opportunities.
  • Created individualized academic plans for each student to help them reach their educational goals.
  • Met with parents and guardians of current or prospective students to discuss educational concerns or answer questions about the school's offerings.
  • Held regular office hours to provide one-on-one support for students who needed additional assistance with their studies.
  • Provided academic advisement to students on degree requirements, course selection and university policies.
  • Evaluated transfer credits from other institutions and determined how they would apply towards a degree program.
  • Presented students with information and resources to promote academic progress and empowered students to take responsibility for academic success.
  • Participated in committees related to curriculum development and student success initiatives.
  • Monitored student academic progress and provided interventions to support success.
  • Guided students in setting goals and achieving educational objectives.
  • Evaluated student needs and developed educational plans, fostering academic progress.
  • Maintained confidential student records and updated advising notes.
  • Developed personalized academic plans for students to achieve their educational goals.
  • Conferred with parents, teachers and administrators to discuss children's progress and resolve behavioral and academic problems.
  • Maintained accurate and complete student records required by laws, district policies and administrative regulations.
  • Monitored student progress on an ongoing basis and provided feedback to parents regarding academic performance.
  • Provided guidance and direction to faculty members in order to maintain high standards of teaching excellence.
  • Reviewed student records on a regular basis in order to identify areas where additional support may be required.

Academic Advisor/Online Teacher/ LS/IS

SD62 Online/ Sd62 Continuing Education/ Byte Alternate
09.2013 - 06.2023
  • Created individualized academic plans (student learning plans) for each student to help them reach their educational goals.
  • Coordinated registration procedures at the beginning of each semester, ensuring that all paperwork was completed accurately.
  • Maintained audit compliance necessary for a DOLS (District Online School), Continuing Education School, and Alternate School.
  • Assessed transcripts for students coming from out of province or from other countries in order to transfer credits to their BC transcript (Prior Learning Assessments).
  • Assessed transcripts for incoming adult and school age students to determine the appropriate grad program for them to follow.
  • Liaised with teachers, counsellors and administrators to be able to best serve student needs.
  • Assigned external credits to transcripts where required.
  • Online teacher for a variety of courses and grade levels
  • Academic support teacher in the First Nations Adult Grad Program
  • Behaviour Support Teacher

Education

The Diploma in Special Education -

University of Victoria
Victoria, BC
10-2014

Skills

  • Student assessment
  • Academic planning
  • Strong knowledge of graduation requirements for the 2023 Grad Program and the Adult Grad Program
  • Transfer credit evaluation
  • Record keeping
  • Experience working with adult students
  • Experience working with priority populations
  • Qualified for Level B testing

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Academic Advisor/ Head Teacher/Integration Support

QELEṈSEN Á, LEṈ Secondary School
09.2023 - Current

Academic Advisor/Online Teacher/ LS/IS

SD62 Online/ Sd62 Continuing Education/ Byte Alternate
09.2013 - 06.2023

The Diploma in Special Education -

University of Victoria

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