Amanda Kenderes, Ph.D.

Instructor & General Education Program Chair at International American University
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Los Angeles Metropolitan Area
Languages
  • English Native or bilingual proficiency
  • French Professional working proficiency
  • Spanish Limited working proficiency
  • Korean Elementary proficiency

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Credentials

  • CPR
    American Red Cross
  • ESOL Band III Certification
    University of Cambridge
  • TESOL Certificate
    LinguaEdge
  • Teaching Certificate/Credential (Grades 6-12), English & Speech
    Aquinas College

Experience

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Instructor & General Education Program Chair
      • Jul 2016 - Present

      • Assist directors, deans, and faculty in the implementation of the curriculum by performing instructional tasks, such as reviewing instructional materials and updating syllabi. • Collaborate with the dean of academic affairs and lead a hybrid online/traditional class using the Learning Management System (Moodle) to ensure the continued development of student relationship and learning online and in the classroom. • Lecture undergraduate and graduate courses while contributing to a collaborative, diverse, and positive classroom. • Act as a liaison between faculty and administration to communicate effectively and ensure appropriate support, involvement, and inclusion. Show less

    • United States
    • Truck Transportation
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Instructor & Curriculum Developer
      • Jul 2018 - Present

      • Conduct needs assessment through formal and informal evaluations. • Collaborate cross-functionally with the department chairs and program managers for the institution’s welcome orientation to ensure onboarding runs smoothly. • Develop, demonstrate, and implement learning projects that drive innovation across the organization. • Oversee projects, development programs, and training material based on the team’s needs. • Collaborate with the team, provide tailored specialized content, and recommend solutions. • Conduct team participation activities to develop self-esteem, build relations, enhance organizational communications, and improve conflict resolution. • Design both synchronous and asynchronous digital learning and training programs. Show less

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Academic Director/Instructor
      • Jun 2014 - Jul 2016

      • Created a four-year course schedule for the Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration program • Lectured students and staff on the nuances of the modern job search and provided educational, career, and personal counseling support. • Inspired students to seek entry-level jobs and internships in their major and revamped the mock interview program for the leadership courses and workshop trainings. • Demonstrated effective communication and counseled students in all academic and vocational areas to support student academic success, retention, timeliness to a degree, and personal development. • Matched graduates for an increased placement rate of 95% (from 73%) with the appropriate employers. Show less

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Visiting Lecturer, Department of Communication
      • Jul 2012 - Aug 2012

Education

  • UCLA
    Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Education
    2008 - 2012
  • Aquinas College - Grand Rapids
    Master of Education - MEd, Communication
    2005 - 2007
  • Grand Valley State University
    Bachelor's degree, English & Psychology
    2002 - 2005
  • Rabat American School
    High School Diploma
    1994 - 1998

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