Sharon M. Gilbert, M.Ed.

Director
Phone: (205) 665-6268
Email: gilberts@montevallo.edu

Education

Master of Education • University of Montevallo • 1989

Bachelor of Science • University of Montevallo • 1986

University of Montevallo • Montevallo, AL

Director – Upward Bound Program • (2006–Present)
- Responsible for planning, implementation, and supervision of the project
- Recruit and direct faculty/staff
- Responsible for all record keeping and government reports
- Monitor budget
- Maintain regular contact with target schools, community, parents and students

Assistant Director – Upward Bound Program • (1993–2006)
- Provided assistance in planning and implementing the objectives of the program
- Developed academic curriculum
- Monitored and document the academic progress of each student
- Assessed student needs and develop an Individual Educational Plan
- Coordinated scheduling of classes and tutoring of participants
- Provided individual and group counseling for participants
- Supervised the Bridge Program and Work-Study component
- Assisted students with scholarships and financial aid
- Conducted seminars on ACT Preparation, time management, goal setting, decision-making, and selecting a college
- Maintained contact with counselors and teachers in target schools through monthly visits
- Recruited students to participate in the Upward Bound Program
- Implemented follow-up of former Project participants
- Assisted with fund-raising activities

Counselor/Assistant Director – Upward Bound Program • (1991–2003)
- Developed academic, motivational and career curriculum
- Coordinated testing, scheduling of classes and tutoring of participants
- Administered standardized self-concept inventories
- Coordinated cultural, educational,and recreational activities
- Supervised the Bridge Program
- Supervised the Peer Mentoring Program
- Implemented follow-up of former Project participants
- Maintained contact with counselors and teachers in target schools through monthly visits

Georgia Department of Human Resources • Augusta, GA

Rehabilitation Counselor – Division of Rehabilitation Services • (1990–1991)
- Assisted clients with mental and/or physical disabilities to function independently in the work force
- Obtained and evaluated medical, psychological, social and vocational information
- Developed a rehabilitation plan of services with client
- Prepared certification of eligibility reports and provided ongoing vocational and supportive counseling services to clients and/or client’s family throughout the rehabilitative process
- Assisted clients with job search strategies, resume preparation and interview techniques
- Managed caseload to move cases through the DRS process in a timely manner
- Participated in client recruitment, job development and public relations activities by developing and maintaining contacts with social service agencies, schools and other community resources
- Interpreted federal and state regulations governing the provision of vocational and rehabilitation services
- Provided follow-up services to clients to insure smooth transition into world of work

Paine College •Augusta, GA

Director – Career Planning and Placement/Coperative Education • (1988–1990)
- Managed and administered all aspects of Career Planning and Placement Center
- Counseled students regarding career planning and job development strategies
- Developed collaborative relationships with recruiters from business, government and education
- Maintained information regarding current job openings
- Coordinated and conducted resume writing, interviewing skills, job search techniques workshops and other career-related topics
- Presented career planning seminars for high schools, churches, and freshman orientation
- MCoordinated job and graduate school fairs
- Supervised cooperative education students and evaluated work performance of students participating in the J.T.P.A. summer work program
- Designed Cooperative Education Brochure
- Completed annual reports for Board of Directors
- Compiled statistics and information regarding placement effectiveness

Alabama Association of Educational Opportunity Program Personnel 1991-2009
- Program Committee; Public Relations Committee, Co-Chair
- Research and Development Committee; National TRIO Day Committee Co-Chair
- Scholarship Committee
- Nomination Committee
Association of Educational Opportunity Program Personnel
- Research and Evaluation Committee 1991-2009
Council of Educational Opportunity Association 1991-2009
University of Montevallo
- Office Support Personnel Position Evaluation Committee
- McNair Scholars Advisory Board 2008 – 2009
- Black Alumni Advisory Board 1991-96
- Extended Orientation Mentor 1993-98
- Student Activities Advisory Board 1993-98
- Student Affairs Student Orientation Sub-Committee
- Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship, Advisor 1998-2001
- Advisor for the African American Society 1992-98
- Inspirational Voices of Christ, Co-Advisor 1995-98
- Zeta Phi Beta Sigma, Acting Advisor 1994-95
Gamma Phi Delta Professional Business Women’s Association, Alpha Pi Chapter, 1999 – 2005
- Secretary, 2000 – 2004; Fundraising, Program, Publicity and Scholarship Committee, 2000-2002
- Founder’s Day, Scholarship and Program Committee, 2002-2003
- Second Vice-President 2004-2006

Kiwanis Club of Montevallo
- Vice President 1997-98
- President 1998-2000
- Past President 2000-2002
- Builders’ Award 2001
- Key Club Advisor
Positive Image Outreach Ministries
- Board Member 1997-2004
- Scholarship Committee Chair 2002-2004
- Education Committee Chair
- Public Relations and Program Committee 1998-2002
Leadership Shelby County 2002-2003
- Youth Leadership Shelby County Education
- Environmental Day 2004
Shelby Emergency Assistance Board Member 2002 – 2004; 2006 – 2009
Shelby County FOCUS School Program Advisory Board Member 2002
Montevallo Chamber of Commerce Holiday Parade Committee 2002 – 2004
Montevallo Park and Recreation Board Member 2002-2009
Montevallo Elementary PTO Board 2003-2004
- Treasurer 2004-2005
Montevallo Middle School PTO Board 2007-2009