Jose A. Maldonado
English Instructor at Oxnard College- Claim this Profile
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Spanish Native or bilingual proficiency
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Experience
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Oxnard College
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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English Instructor
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Aug 2016 - Present
Conduct composition courses in which students learn to write coherent, well-developed expository essays using a variety of rhetorical modes. Curriculum includes summary and analysis of essays as models for writing as well as conducting research. Collaborate with faculty to develop effective teaching strategies, serve on academic committees, and complete professional development duties.
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Santa Barbara City College
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Adjunct Professor
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Aug 2014 - Aug 2016
Composition and literature instructor, lead course in practicing expository composition based on critical reading of short works and one book-length work. Develop students' skills in writing effectively, reading carefully, and thinking critically.
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Los Angeles Pierce College
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Education Management
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300 - 400 Employee
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Adjunct Professor
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Feb 2014 - Jun 2016
Conduct composition, reading, and literature courses in which students learn to write coherent, well-developed expository essays using a variety of rhetorical modes. Curriculum includes summary and analysis of essays as models for writing as well as conducting research, improving critical thinking skills, and appreciation of literature.
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Ventura College
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Adjunct Professor
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Aug 2013 - May 2016
Conduct composition courses in which students learn to write coherent, well-developed expository essays using a variety of rhetorical modes. Curriculum includes summary and analysis of essays as models for writing as well as conducting research.
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Ventura Community College District
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United States
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Higher Education
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300 - 400 Employee
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Adjunct Professor
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2013 - 2014
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Los Angeles Mission College
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Adjunct Professor
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Aug 2012 - Dec 2013
Generate curriculum and teach two sections of English 102 at a community college. Improve students' critical thinking and research skills, facilitate close reading skills, and offer guidance in strategies for effective writing.
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Demand Media
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United States
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Advertising Services
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Writer
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Jan 2013 - Jun 2013
Provide quality articles covering various topics on a freelance basis. Includes conducting research and fact verification as well as thorough proofreading and editing to produce professional-grade web content.
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Contributing Writer
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Nov 2012 - Jun 2013
Conduct and write interviews of boxing personalities in both English and Spanish. Write boxing articles of journalistic quality and provide press coverage for boxing events.
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mxdwn.com
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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Contributing Writer
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Oct 2012 - May 2013
Provide quality articles on music-related topics including press releases, tour dates, and news. Requires knowledge and frequent use of HTML, WordPress, source code embedding, etc.
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Eclectic Pictures
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Script-Reading Intern
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Dec 2012 - Jan 2013
Provide a thorough, professionally written report that explores a script's potential for production by discussing its content, form, and marketability for 25 different screenplays.
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Contributing Writer
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Feb 2012 - Nov 2012
Provide research-based articles on boxing-related topics.
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Creative Writing Instructor
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Jun 2011 - Mar 2012
Conduct fiction course for Whittier community members. Develop personal writing projects including memoirs, short stories, and novels.
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Youth Squad Supervisor
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Jul 2010 - Sep 2010
Oversee Youth Squad to ensure they complete assigned tasks throughout community program. Assist with implementation of Youth Development Curriculum for Youth Squad. Conduct outreach to inform community members about Summer Night Lights in an effort to reduce gang activity in South Los Angeles. Collaborate with such SNL partners as LAPD, Council District Offices, LAUSD, neighborhood councils, and gang prevention and intervention agencies.
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California State University, Long Beach
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Instructor
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Jan 2010 - May 2010
Create class syllabus, devise reading schedule and a curriculum that includes in-class exercises, lectures, and assignments that improve students’ writing while encouraging expression and discussion of ideas. Grade and assess students' work, suggest strategies to enhance students' narrative skills. Collaborate with other faculty members to devise lessons that meet university's standards.
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Education
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California State University-Long Beach
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Creative Writing -
University of California, Santa Barbara
Bachelor's degree, English -
University of California, Santa Barbara
Bachelor's degree, Spanish