TIARA RANDLE
Education
Master of Science, College Student Personnel Administration May 2015
Illinois State University | Normal, IL
Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education May 2010
Eastern Illinois University | Charleston, IL
Global Experiences
Study Abroad: Education Post-Apartheid Summer 2019
Central Michigan University | South Africa
Study Abroad: History, Culture, and Comparative Education Summer 2014
Central Michigan University | Spain
Higher Education Experience
Coordinator, TRIO Academic and Retention Services
Heartland Community College | Normal, IL | October 2015 – Present
- Manage caseload of 60-70 underrepresented students to monitor persistence and graduation completion
- Develop, monitor, and evaluate students’ individualized academic performance plan
- Participate in program design, implementation, assessment, and establishment of policies and procedures
- Assist in hiring, training, and leadership development of peer mentors
- Contribute to recruitment strategies and promotion of services to campus body
- Document and maintain confidential files
- Create/present innovative workshops that appeal to student population and contribute to engagement
- Update and maintain program website and social media page
- Collaborate with campus and community members on special projects
Heartland Community College | Normal, IL | January 2014 – May 2015
- Administered and proctored placement tests and exams including GED, NCRC, and Compass
- Complied with testing policies and maintained accurate records
- Collaborated with IT, Adult Education and Advising Departments to ensure a cohesive process
- Created a welcoming a safe environment for students and community members
Illinois State University | Normal, IL | August 2013 – May 2015
- Academic coach to students in special populations and larger student body
- Developed individualized academic plans and identified steps needed to reach goals
- Assisted in the hiring, training, and assessment of 20 peer instructors
- Developed and implemented 5-week reading workshop series targeted to freshman students
- Presented a variety of workshops focused on college success strategies
Instructional Experience
Success Education Instructor, College Success Skills
Heartland Community College | Normal, IL | August 2016 – Present
- Develop course syllabus and assess student learning through diverse methods
- Teach on variety of topics: personal responsibility, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, resiliency, financial literacy, career exploration, and many others
- Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and class participation
- Participate in On Course training and professional development opportunities
Access Charter School | Orlando, FL | August 2012 – July 2013
- Assisted in the implementation of Individualized Education Programs for high school students with Autism
- Directed small groups of students in all academic curriculum
- Coached students in the development of job skills at various establishments such as Second Harvest, Salvation Army, and Freedom Riders
- Supported students with emotional and behavioral issues and helped develop social skills
- Created monthly newsletter for parents which highlighted students, school programs, and fun family activities
Heartland Community College | Normal, IL | August 2010 – May 2012 & August 2013-August 2014
- Implemented Read Right Methodology to developmental college students, ESL/GED students, and students with disabilities in a lab environment
- Reported student progress daily, weekly, and monthly using a variety of methods
- Administered initial and post assessments for all students for placement and data collection
- Participated in hiring procedures for additional facilitators and program expansion planning
Co-Recipient, Committee, Team and Group Service Award
Heartland Community College | Normal, IL | 2015 & 2011
Recipient, Impact Award
Illinois State University | Normal, IL | 2015
Volunteer Work
Students Involved with Technology Conference, Workshop Moderator
Heartland Community College | Normal, IL | 2018
Human Library, Book
Illinois State University | Normal, IL | 2017