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Alexis K. Burgess

Orangeburg,SC

Summary

Dedicated professional with over 5 years of experience in working with schools, nonprofit organizations, and community foundations. Passionate about fostering student success through tailored support and guidance for underserved youth. Successfully managed and executed programs, mentored "at risk" youth, and maintained detailed reports. Reliable, empathetic, and skilled in establishing rapport with youth to create supportive environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Success Manager

Coastal Community Foundation
03.2023 - Current
  • Responsible for the management and coordination of the Reverend Pinckney College Readiness Program. The aim of the College Readiness Program is to assist low wealth high school juniors, their families, and supporters to begin their search, evaluation, and eventual selection of their college by providing necessary tools and resources.
  • Execute all facets of the Reverend Pinckney College Readiness Program, including outreach, recruitment, application facilitation, examination, student support, and event coordination.
  • Develop and implement targeted outreach plans to engage underserved communities in the assigned county and across 15 high schools. Ensuring program accessibility by diverse populations.
  • Interviewed, scored, and reviewed 90+ applications to the college readiness program to ensure a diverse group of motivated students are entering the program.
  • Conducted needs based assessments for more than 40 students and provided tailored support in college planning, admissions, scholarship, and financial aid processes.
  • Planned and hosted monthly group meetings focused on personal development, professional growth, and college access activities.
  • Delivered one-on-one counseling to program participants, offering guidance on time management, career exploration, and academic skills.
  • Coordinated scheduled college visits to provide students with direct exposure to higher education environments.
  • Researched and applied national best practices to enhance program execution and secured dynamic professionals to lead student training sessions.
  • Built and maintained effective working relationships with school officials, stakeholders, and other nonprofits.
  • Reviewed and interpreted college admissions standards to determine student eligibility and provide appropriate guidance.
  • Ensured consistent program delivery by working closely with the Director of Scholarships and other departments to provide streamlined, holistic services.

Math Success Coach

AmeriCorps Saga Education
08.2021 - 08.2023
  • Recruited to ensure at-risk high school students' success in math and retention in school through assessment, mentoring, coaching relationships, building trust which enables them to succeed in their math course specifically, but high school overall. Key activities to date include:
  • Assessed the South Carolina Algebra curriculum standards, then created lesson plans which addressed each topic to ensure students' success.
  • Completed periodic need-assessments for over 100 students reviewing results and recommendations in a one-on-one setting.
  • Mentored and advocated for students regarding academic and emotional needs.
  • Communicated with families regarding student progress including making recommendations for student success.
  • Worked closely with other RB Stall High School faculty including various math teachers, the Math interventionist and the behavior interventionist so students are supported in every way.
  • Assisted Direction in managing events and/or special projects, coordinating activities, scheduling tasks, and managing day of event.

Resident Assistant

College of Charleston
08.2018 - 05.2021
  • Fostered a safe, inclusive, and supportive living environment for residents while promoting community engagement and personal growth.
  • Maintained relationships with over 50 college freshmen and assisted students in adjusting to college life.
  • Liaison between students and staff on/off campus resources, such as the career center, counseling services, Collegiate Recovery Program, and Office of Institutional Diversity.
  • Organized monthly educational programs which included writing clear program proposals, allocating finances towards activities and refreshments, and correlating with the corresponding offices.
  • Performed weekly On-Call, consisting of writing incident reports and working closely with campus police to ensure student safety.
  • Received award for educational program 'Sweets and Sobriety'

Education

Master of Arts - Social Work

Boston University
Boston, MA
05-2028

Master of Education - Educational Leadership And Policy Studies

Boston University
Boston, MA
05-2028

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

College of Charleston
Charleston, SC
05-2021

Bachelor of Science - African-American Studies

College of Charleston
Charleston, SC
05-2021

Skills

  • Academic Advising
  • Mentoring
  • Career Counseling
  • Workshop Facilitation
  • Public speaking

Affiliations

  • Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.

Timeline

Student Success Manager

Coastal Community Foundation
03.2023 - Current

Math Success Coach

AmeriCorps Saga Education
08.2021 - 08.2023

Resident Assistant

College of Charleston
08.2018 - 05.2021

Master of Arts - Social Work

Boston University

Master of Education - Educational Leadership And Policy Studies

Boston University

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

College of Charleston

Bachelor of Science - African-American Studies

College of Charleston

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