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Le'Aira Hames

Charlotte,NC

Summary

Strategic, equity-driven professional with a strong track record of leading student success initiatives, coordinating cross-institutional partnerships, and driving operational efficiency across complex programs. Adept at implementing impactful initiatives, developing data-informed strategies, and creating targeted communications that engage diverse audiences. Recognized for managing multiple high-stakes priorities with precision and professionalism, while consistently improving outcomes and expanding program visibility. Now seeking to bring this expertise to mission-driven roles in Educational Technology, program management, organizational development, and client success where leadership, innovation, and equity intersect.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

UCOL Instructor

UNC Charlotte Admissions
08.2024 - Current
  • Develops curriculum and plans lessons to facilitate in person or virtually
  • Leads interactive activities and simulations to increase student understanding of material
  • Organizes events, campus tours, and guest speakers to increase student awareness of university support services.
  • Effectively managed course logistics, ensuring timely grading, resource preparation, and adherence to deadlines
  • Established rapport with students and campus partners to enhance learning experiences
  • Utilize LMS (Canvas), Canva and other content creating platforms to deliver course content, track grades, and maintain communication with students.
  • Evaluate student progress through written assignments and class discussions, achieving a 80% completion rate.

49erNext Assistant Director

UNC Charlotte Admissions
11.2022 - Current
  • Directed outreach, recruitment, and communications strategy, resulting in a 38% year-over-year increase in program enrollment
  • Managed partnerships with over 15 community colleges and led full-scale program implementation at new schools, including process development, training, and stakeholder onboarding
  • Developed strategic plans to improve retention and student outcomes, achieving a 90% participant success rate
  • Created and managed all outgoing communications and original content for digital and print materials (e.g., brochures, flyers), aligning messaging with institutional goals
  • Analyzed program data to identify trends, inform decision-making, and implement improvements that enhanced student experience and operational effectiveness
  • Supervised budget allocation and resource planning, optimizing operations and reducing costs by 10%
  • Organized workshops, campus tours, and information sessions for 400+ students annually to build awareness of university services and promote engagement
  • Collaborated across academic units and admissions to evaluate applications, improve onboarding, and ensure seamless transition pathways

Transfer Credit Specialist

UNC Charlotte Admissions
06.2019 - 11.2022
  • Ensured accurate data governance by reviewing and processing over 3,000 transfer credit evaluations annually with 98% accuracy, aligning with institutional and regulatory standards
  • Designed and implemented quality assurance workflows that reduced processing discrepancies and decreased turnaround times by 25%
  • Conducted comprehensive data audits to verify consistency and compliance across institutional databases, strengthening decision-making and reporting accuracy
  • Maintained and updated transfer credit systems, ensuring alignment with evolving university and state-level policies
  • Created and maintained detailed documentation for transfer credit policies, workflows, and training resources to enhance transparency and accessibility
  • Provided ongoing training and support to staff and advisors, resulting in a 30% increase in team efficiency and understanding of system protocols
  • Collaborated with academic departments and external institutions to define and update course equivalencies, improving articulation processes and student credit recognition
  • Acted as liaison between academic departments and external institutions to ensure timely and accurate data exchange
  • Delivered transfer credit information sessions to admitted students, leading to a 12% increase in satisfaction scores and improved clarity of credit policies
  • Leveraged data analytics to identify trends and develop actionable insights for process improvements and stakeholder engagement

Data Processing and Quality Assurance Specialist

UNC Charlotte Admissions
04.2018 - 06.2018
  • Reconciled 100% of application payments and submitted daily deposits, ensuring compliance with audit and financial standards
  • Imported and processed thousands of transcripts and test scores with 98% accuracy across admissions systems
  • Managed QA reporting to detect and resolve data issues, improving decision accuracy and record integrity
  • Investigated and resolved system errors, streamlining workflows and minimizing application delays
  • Served as Pre-Admission Safety Coordinator, managing compliance checks and maintaining safety documentation
  • Trained new hires and student employees, enhancing onboarding outcomes and operational consistency

Operations Specialist

UNC Charlotte Admissions
09.2013 - 04.2018
  • Maintained 99% accuracy while reviewing and entering high-volume application data into Banner and Admission Pros
  • Provided Tier 1 technical and admissions support to prospective students and parents resolving 150+ weekly inquiries with a 95% satisfaction rate
  • Coordinated task prioritization during peak cycles, contributing to a 20% reduction in processing delays
  • Reviewed transcripts for high school course requirements and made informed decisions on residency and special populations
  • Scanned, organized, and attached thousands of documents to student records to ensure timely processing and audit compliance

Education

Learning Design Technology Certificate -

University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
12-2025

Master’s - Educational Leadership

University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
08.2021

Bachelors - Psychology

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC
05.2013

Skills

  • Program Development & Implementation
  • Strategic Communications & Content Creation
  • Cross-Institutional & Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Program Management
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Project and Workflow Organization
  • Process Improvement
  • Staff Training & Onboarding
  • CRM & SIS Systems (Banner, Slate)
  • Learning Management Systems (Canvas LMS)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace
  • Client relationship management

Certification

  • Intermediate Excel
  • Mental Health First Aid
  • Career Consultant
  • Green Zone-Veteran Services

Timeline

UCOL Instructor

UNC Charlotte Admissions
08.2024 - Current

49erNext Assistant Director

UNC Charlotte Admissions
11.2022 - Current

Transfer Credit Specialist

UNC Charlotte Admissions
06.2019 - 11.2022

Data Processing and Quality Assurance Specialist

UNC Charlotte Admissions
04.2018 - 06.2018

Operations Specialist

UNC Charlotte Admissions
09.2013 - 04.2018

Master’s - Educational Leadership

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Learning Design Technology Certificate -

University of North Carolina At Charlotte

Bachelors - Psychology

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Le'Aira Hames