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Crystal Sims5800 Deepdale Way • Elk Grove, CA • 95758

Phone: (916) 205-4139Email: crysims2009@gmail.com

EDUCATION

Master of Arts in Education, Higher Education California State University, Sacramento

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Summa Cum LaudeMinor, Multicultural Education California State University, Sacramento May 2014

PROFESSIONAL SKILL AND INTERESTS

Skills: Excellence in leadership, mentorship, collaboration, community involvement, volunteerism, scholarship, project management, 80/20 communication skills, customer service skills, conflict management, negotiation, organization skills, event coordination and execution, administrative skills

Main professional interest: To enhance the educational and professional development pathway with a specific interest in underrepresented minority communities and first generation college student success.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Program Coordinator, ASC II 1/2016 – PresentCollege of Continuing EducationCalifornia State University, Sacramento

Provided excellent project management and planning for educational program development, design, and implementation for multiple state contracts for training on project management, soft skills, and healthcare maintenance.

Coordinated multiple focus groups with Sacramento State students to gather information needed to produce market and recruitment materials for a CCE state contract client.

Collaborated with campus departments to plan and develop training programs and course outline proposal for continuing education at Sacramento State.

Represented program interests on behalf of CCE while working with off-campus agencies to determine program needs, revision facilitation, and instructor contracts.

Coordinated and recommended instructional updates for content delivery for online professional development courses on contract management and mandated training for state supervisors.

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Assisted in developing and implementing promotion plans for new and existing public professional development programs.

Maintained budget information and prepared cost breakdown for CCE project staff and client reporting.

Program Coordinator, ASC I 7/2014 – 1/2016College of Continuing EducationCalifornia State University, Sacramento

Executed excellent project management skills for multiple state contracts to provide instructional design services and trainings for state agencies.

Provided excellent customer service and student support during promotion, registration, course interactions, and through completion of certificate programs or course series.

Encouraged colleagues in professional development and team building communication skills to further the culture of the department, college, and university.

Assisted with the development of new certificated programs to provide professional training to the public and employees of state and local organizations.

Collaborated on organizing and execution of an advisory board with 18 attendees including subject matter experts, department and university staff for the development of a new certificate program to contribute towards program and industry competitiveness.

Maintained & updated essential course materials for contracted professional development programs in collaboration with various teams within our department.

Teaching Assistant, Research Methods of Psychology 1/2014 – 5/2014California State University, Sacramento, CA Professor: Kathryn Clifford, M.A.

Assisted in curriculum development, course structure, and supplemental materials. Provided guidance in the form of study strategies for students who were struggling in

the course. Assisted students in planning and completion of complex research projects. Guided the other TA’s through the process of grading and handling student issues Provided feedback on written work to enhance clarity and promote the students’

understanding of research methodology. Provided feedback on research papers, completed grading according to course rubric,

and entered grades into Blackboard.

Teaching Assistant, Controversial Issues in Psychology 1/2014 – 5/2014California State University, Sacramento, CA Professor: Oriel Strickland, Ph.D.

Provided instructional assistance to students in course. Facilitated debate practice sessions for students and provided feedback on debate

structure.

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Provided guidance in the form of writing strategies for students who were struggling in the course.

Provided feedback on written work to enhance clarity and promote the students’ understanding of Controversial Issue topics.

Graded course work and entered into Blackboard. Proctored exams and class assignments for special needs students.

Sacramento Pathways to Success 12/2013 – 05/2015Student Support & College to Career CommitteeCalifornia State University, Sacramento, CA

Contributed to the program development intended to assist students and families navigate a successful educational pathway as a partnership between California State University, Sacramento, Sacramento City Unified School District and Sacramento City College.

Provided support to the Action Committee for Community Engagement.

Teaching Assistant, Research Methods of Psychology 1/2013 – 05/2013California State University, Sacramento, CA Professor: Kathryn Clifford, M.A.

Assisted in curriculum development, course structure, and supplemental materials. Provided guidance in the form of study strategies for students who were struggling in

the course. Assisted students in planning and completion of complex research projects. Provided feedback on written work to enhance clarity and promote the students’

understanding of research methodology. Provided feedback on research papers, completed grading according to course rubric,

and entered grades into Blackboard. Facilitated exam review activities.

Lead Mentor, Prospects Peer Mentoring Program 8/2012 – 5/2013California State University, Sacramento, CA

Advised students in the Psychology Department with course planning, graduation requirements for the major, campus resources, and career exploration.

Mentored students through social support, academic guidance, facilitated student interactions with faculty and staff, and developed strategies for academic success through weekly meetings.

Provided program development through advertisement, recruitment, and research on additional campus resources to enhance student success.

Volunteered additional hours for program support to other mentors and for drop-in advising.

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California State University, Sacramento, CA

Provided administrative assistance to the supervising instructor. Assisted with assembling, categorizing, and replenishing supplies for entire tutoring

program. Facilitated an intervention reading program through phonological awareness with third

grade students functioning below grade level in an elementary school which services underrepresented, low socioeconomic status minority families.

Tutored fifth grade elementary children to increase their reading skills to grade level standards.

Developed tutoring curriculum and created reading enhancement activities. Tutored second grade elementary children to increase their math skills to grade level

standards.

Independent Service Provider – Blind Services 1/2012 – 5/2014California Department of Rehabilitation, Sacramento, CA

Supported two students with visual impairments on and off campus through courses in psychology and medical billing to achieve successful course completion.

Advocated on behalf of students to campus resources for materials and services to support academic success for students with disabilities.

Adapted academic materials and classroom interactions which allowed inclusion in college courses.

Communicated assigned materials from textbooks, supplemental materials, and classroom presentation.

Family Home Child Care Provider, Owner 2/2008 – 12/2010ABC Family Development Services, Elk Grove, CA

Provided care, social and developmental skills in an inclusive environment for 14 children as the owner of a licensed home day care.

Conducted parent orientations and quarterly social events. Developed service agreements, provider manual, and facility forms. Managed program enhancement in collaboration with resource agencies. Maintained business records and client files exceeding agency standards

Office Manager 3/1997 – 2/2008River City Spas, Sacramento, CA

Managed a retail and service business with 10 employees. Coordinated hiring and training for service, sales and administrative personnel. Approved advertising with local media outlets Facilitated contracts with clients and provided quarterly reports on inventory,

scheduling and billing closeouts. Organized promotion at special events in local Home & Garden Expos

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Prepared quarterly and employee taxes, bookkeeping, and payroll.

CONFERENCE PARTICIPATION

Mosely, Ariel J., Sims, Crystal R., & Meyers, Lawrence S. (2014, April). A Structural Model Predicting Judgments of Peer Competence. Poster session at the annual meeting of the Western Psychological Association, Portland, OR.

Sims, Crystal R., Mosley, Ariel J., & Meyers, Lawrence S. (2014, April). Perceptions of an Illicit Prescription Stimulant User among Caucasian, Asian, and Latino Americans. Poster session at the annual meeting of the Western Psychological Association, Portland, OR.

UNIVERSITY INVOLVEMENT

Strategic Planning Focus Group 11/2013California State University, Sacramento, CA

Participated by invitation in the Strategic Planning Focus Group which collected input to shape the mission, vision, values and strategic direction of California State University, Sacramento

Made At Sac StateVideo Magazine 10/2013California State University, Sacramento, CA

Represented the Psychology Department from the College of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies at California State University, Sacramento Participated by invitation Co-Appearance with Emily Wickelgren, Ph.D., Vice Chair of the Psychology Department

Golden Key International Honor Society 8/2015 – PresentGraduate AdvisorCalifornia State University, Sacramento, CA

Mentored student Executive Board members to effectively lead the chapter, increase membership, and represent the three pillars of Golden Key: Academics, Leadership, and Service.

Advised student members to build their leadership skills on campus and in the community through workshops, practical experience, and peer mentoring.

Implemented the re-chartering of a campus-wide honor society to promote academics, leadership, and service on campus and in the community.

Organized volunteers to support a community organization which provides social activities for youths and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities.

Planned and promoted a community event to provide clothing to students and

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organizations that support pregnant teens and families of underrepresented minority communities

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Golden Key, CSUS - Spark a Change, 2014, 2015, 2016 Access Leisure - Halloween Dance, 10/2013-2015 Golden Key, CSUS - Children’s Clothing & Toy Swap, 2013, 2015

MEMBERSHIPS

Golden Key International Honor Society, member since 2013 Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, member since 2013 Delta Epsilon Iota Honor Society, member since 2012 Psi Chi International Honor Society, Psychology, member since 2012 Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, member since 2009

REFERENCES

Available upon request