maya sansard

mentoring program coordinator

About

My goal is to motivate and inspire youth. And in the process I want them to become more well-rounded. I want them to know and understand ALL the resources that are available to them. I want them to know that things like going to tutoring doesn't make you seem less smart, but that it makes you smarter. I want them to know that counseling services can be used by every one and that self development is the best thing you can do for yourself. I want them to do internships, co-ops, job shadowing, and volunteer work. I want to help youth to be informed, knowledgeable, well-rounded, independent, confident, and ready for their next steps in life.

Country

united states

City

saint louis

Industry

higher education

Skill

public speaking, student financial aid, computer proficiency, customer service, administrative assistance, microsoft office, research, editing, cash handling, academic writing, analysis

Experience

financial aid counselor

mckendree university

2018-11 - 2019-8 · 10 mos

* Advised students and parents on financial aid processes and university procedures over the phone, one-on-one, and via presentation. * Determined financial aid eligibility and packages financial aid for main campus, nursing, online, and graduate students. * Communicated frequently with other campus offices to troubleshoot issues and efficiently assist students. * Reviewed student information for satisfactory academic progress, reviewed program evaluations to check financial aid eligible courses, and reviewed academic transcripts for unusual enrollment.

student services office receptionist

southern illinois university edwardsville

2014-1 - 2016-5 · 2 yrs 5 mos

* Worked with a team of five. * Communicated daily with students, parents, and visitors to answer program related questions and schedule appointments with advisors. * Created and maintained files for all undergraduate and graduate business students. * Trained new employees.

cashier

mcdonald's corporation

2011-11 - 2012-7 · 9 mos

* Provided friendly and prompt customer service for a daily average of 400-500 customers. * Performed monetary transactions with customers. * Maintained a clean and organized work area and restaurant.

isacorps - financial aid and college access representative

state of illinois - illinois student assistance commission

2016-6 - 2018-11 · 2 yrs 6 mos

* Mentored students one-on-one and in small groups to help them navigate and complete the college application/enrollment and financial aid process, including career exploration. * Gave presentations and hosted workshops for groups of 10-200 parents and students covering various aspects of the college-going and financial aid process (admissions process, gpa/test score requirements, financial aid sources, and FAFSA completion). * Recorded student interactions in client relationship management system.