Beth Clay

Beth Clay has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries and roles. Beth is currently working as an Outreach Counselor at VSAC, where they support middle and high school students in accessing higher education and meaningful employment. Prior to this, Beth worked at Plymouth State University for several years, serving as the Director of Student Conduct and later as an Associate Director. In these roles, they trained staff and student leaders, maintained accountability to the Student Code of Conduct, and mentored students through the conduct process. Beth also worked as a Teaching Lecturer at the university, developing and facilitating undergraduate courses and providing support for the Ascent program.

Before their time at Plymouth State University, Beth held various positions in different organizations. Beth served as the Vice President of the Up with People International Alumni Association for five years. Beth also worked as the Executive Director of the Appalachian Mountain Teen Project, where they directed and managed programs for youth facing challenging life circumstances. Additionally, Beth was a Program Director at the same organization and held the role of Residential Camp Director at the Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountain.

Earlier in their career, Beth worked as an educator at Laconia High School, Laconia Alternative Education, Sequoyah Middle School, and Laconia Middle School. In these roles, they instructed students in various subjects, managed service-based impact projects, and implemented behavior plans.

Beth's work experience also includes a role as a Community Director at Becket Family Services, where they managed staff and adjudicated juveniles and implemented a risk and safety management program.

Overall, Beth Clay has a diverse background in education, program management, and mentorship, with a focus on supporting students and youth in their personal and academic growth.

Beth Clay earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Childhood Studies from Plymouth State University, which they attended from 2002 to 2006. Beth then obtained a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Human Relations and Organizational Health and Healing from the same institution from 2018 to 2020. In terms of additional certifications, Beth obtained the Foundations and Directorship certificates from the Gehring Institute at the Association for Student Conduct Administration in July 2017. Beth also received an American Sign Language Endorsement from the Georgia Department of Education in August 2011. Lastly, Beth holds an ESOL K-12 Teaching Certification from the State of Georgia DOE, although the exact month and year of obtaining this certification are not provided.