1. WAYNICA STAPLES, MPA
235 Edgewood Avenue, B8  Pittsburgh, PA 15218
Phone: (412) 731-1765 E-mail address: waynica@hotmail.com
I have found Ms. Staples to be one of the most competent, thorough and conscientious professionals that I’ve been
associated with. The quality of her work is exceptional.
Richard Wertheimer, CEO and Co-Founder, City Charter High School
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
A results oriented professional with over 10 years of experience in the non-profit and educational arenas. Highly
successful in managing partnerships and projects, building strategic alliances, and obtaining results. Outstanding
ability to identify and resolve problems, supervise staff, and analyze information. Posses the strategic vision and
tactical implementation skills to:
 Recruit, hire, and train high performing teams
 Ensure the operational success, program delivery, quality control and evaluation of new programs
 Accelerate student enrollment by over 20% through innovative marketing techniques
 Successfully manage budgetary proposals of $750,000+
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Problem Solving Team Leadership and Collaboration Program Development
Oral and Written Communication Marketing Detail Oriented
Ability to work with diverse populations Leadership Development Strategic Planning
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
DeVry University, Pittsburgh, PA July 2009-Present
Adjunct Faculty—Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Course
Educate approximately 20 students per term on issues related to critical thinking, problem solving, creation of a personal
strategic plan, and team building. Instruction is differentiated using classroom and on-line models.
Accomplishments:
• Collaborate with Center Dean and staff to develop curricular improvements and increase student
engagement
• Maintain proper class-related records; Assess student coursework; Apprise students of progress
City Charter High School, Pittsburgh, PA June 2007-Present
Manager, Transition Department
Direct the school wide efforts of establishing a post secondary transition program that meets the academic, social and
financial needs of urban youth. Provide leadership and instruction for a 70 person workforce. Successfully align 100% of
the students with achievable post high school plans.
Accomplishments:
• Developed post high school planning department responsible for providing academic, career, and college
planning to graduating seniors that exceeds the Pennsylvania Career Education and Work Standards
• Created school wide training on college/employment trends and requirements
• Inform efforts of school officials regarding issues related to college access, completion, and alumni
development resulting in curriculum restructuring
• Oversee the implementation of strategic plans and goals including hiring, training, communications, data
collection, and evaluation
• Secured critical relationships with area businesses, colleges/universities, training programs

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St. Edmund’s Academy, Pittsburgh, PA July 2005-June 2007
Director of Admissions, Communications, Marketing
Led the school wide recruitment and public relations/marketing initiative of a small PreK-8 Independent School.
Supervised and evaluated staff and student recruiters (approximately 10), while increasing the engagement of parent
volunteers. As a school administrator, worked closely with the board of directors to accelerate student enrollment and
enhance public exposure.
Accomplishments:
• Established and implemented short and long-range organizational goals, objectives, policies, and
operating procedures resulting in a complete restructuring of admissions/marketing processes
• Co-created a customized software program that enhanced effectiveness and efficiency for maintaining
statistical analysis for recruitment
• Developed innovative and effective strategies for screening and recruitment that have since been modeled
by other institutions
• Increased new student enrollment by 25% and total school enrollment by 6%
University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA May 2000-June 2005
Senior Assistant Director-Admissions (June 2004-June 2005)
Leadership Development Consultant/Facilitator (December 2003-December 2004)
Assistant Director of Minority Recruitment (September 2002-May 2004)
Admissions and Financial Aid Counselor (May 2000-August 2002)
Repeatedly recognized for top performance at a well respected research university through multiple promotions and
selection for high priority initiatives. Directed the college wide diversity enrollment initiatives. Consulted with university
officials on the redevelopment of the freshman leadership program.
Accomplishments:
• Developed, planned, oversaw, and conducted over 20 recruitment activities yearly to enhance diversity of
student population
• Managed $750,000 budgetary proposals in association with minority recruitment activities
• Coordinated student-faculty participation in recruitment activities
• Advised and serviced prospective and currently enrolled students regarding financial aid process
Child Care Information Services, Pittsburgh, PA May 1999-April 2000
Eligibility Specialist
Provided guidance, support, and education to low income families on federal and state regulations regarding subsidized
child care programming. Determined family eligibility. Managed caseload of approximately 250 clients. Revised plans or
services as needed to maintain client enrollment in program.
EDUCATION
Executive Leadership Certificate, Coro Center for Civic Leadership, June 2010
M.P.A., University of Pittsburgh, December 2003
Non-Profit and Public Management; Labor Relations/Personnel Management
B.A., University of Pittsburgh, April 1999
Political Science; African Studies
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP
Board of Directors Secretary, Ozanam, Inc. April 2010-Present

3. Program Committee Member, Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council May 2010-Present
Alumni Council Member, Coro Center for Civic Leadership June 2010-Present