Meet Our Staff

At Newsom Educational College, our staff is made up of passionate educators, clinicians, administrators, and advocates who are deeply committed to empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Each team member brings specialized expertise, lived experience, and a shared belief that every learner deserves access to meaningful, inclusive higher education. Together, our staff works collaboratively to support students, families, faculty, and the broader NEC mission, turning dreams into achievable futures.

Admin Staff

Blake Newsom, M.S.

President & Chancellor

President's Office Hours

Tuesday: 2:00–8:00 PM CST

Wednesday: 2:00–8:00 PM CST

Thursday: 2:00–8:00 PM CST
By appointment only: Tuesday–Thursday (limited)

Dr. Candy Jones-Martorell, Ed.D.

Provost & Dean of Education 

Dr. Eeman Salem, Ph.D.

Vice President

Dr. Tony Schellenberger, Psy.D.

Department Chair 

of

Behavioral & Social Sciences

Dr. Amanda Walker, Ph.D.

Department Chair

of

Communications

 

Human Resources 

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Director of Human Resources

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HR Operations Manager

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Faculty & Staff Recruitment Coordinator

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Compensation, Payroll & Benefits Administrator I

 

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Compensation, Payroll & Benefits Administrator II

 

Kendra Hayes

Social Media and Recruitment Coordinator

 

 

 Financial Office 

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Chief Financial Officer

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Compensation, Payroll & Benefits Administrator I

 

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Compensation, Payroll & Benefits Administrator II

 

Compliance, Accreditation & Quality Assurance

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Director of Institutional Compliance

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Accounting & Grants Manager

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Operations & Compliance Manager

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Risk Management & Insurance Coordinator  

Student Affairs

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Dean of Student Affairs

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Student Affairs Manager

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Academic Success Coach 

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Academic Success Coach 

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Registrar Operations Coordinator 

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Registrar Operations Coordinator 

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Academic Success Coach 

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Advising & Registration Coordinator 

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Advising & Registration Coordinator 

Department of Behavior Staff 

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Chief Behavioral Services Officer

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Licensed Psychologist I

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Licensed Psychologist II

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 Licensed Professional Counselor I

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 Licensed Professional Counselor II

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Behavior Analyst Certification Board