Graduate Teaching Assistant

• Aug 2023 - Present

In my role as a Teaching Assistant for EDU 886 Multivariate Research Methods, I： 1. Lead course sessions, delivering comprehensive instruction on course topics, and facilitating discussions. 2. Grade student assignments, offering constructive feedback and evaluating their comprehension of concepts. 3. Provide regular office hours for assistance, extra support, and content clarification. Guide students in applying theoretical concepts through computational practice using software like R and referring to textbook examples in SPSS and SAS. 4. Engage students in critical analysis of recent articles that utilize multivariate methods, deepening practical understanding of educational research data analysis. Show less

Student Academic Mentor

• Aug 2023 - Present

Teaching Mentor

• May 2020 - Present

Chosen for outstanding performance in teaching and comprehensive graduate study, Teaching Mentors, who represent a wide array of colleges and disciplines within the university, form the "core faculty" during the Teaching Assistant Orientation Program. These mentors assume the role of small group leaders, guiding and mentoring roughly 300 new TAs each August. Beyond this, they actively partake in the creation and execution of teaching assistant program initiatives throughout the academic year and function as teaching consultants for the Graduate School. For more information, visit: https://graduateschool.syr.edu/current-students/teaching-assistant-program/teaching-mentors/ Show less

Graduate Teaching Assistant

• May 2023 - Jun 2023

In my role as a Teaching Assistant for IDE 772: Educational Technology in International Settings, I:1. Collaborated in designing and delivering comprehensive course content, enhancing the overall learning experience for students.2. Offered constructive feedback on student papers and facilitated discussions on Blackboard, fostering deeper understanding and engagement.3. Crafted two detailed grading rubrics to ensure objective assessment of student projects.4. Analyzed specific case studies in-depth, distinguishing between successful and unsuccessful implementations of educational technology-based projects. Show less

Instructor of Record

• Jan 2020 - May 2023

In my role as an Instructor of Record for IDE 401: Integrating Technology into Instruction III, I:1. Developed and delivered course content that aligns with the course objectives, equipping preservice teachers with skills to integrate advanced technologies, including video production, into their forthcoming teaching practices.2. Handpicked and incorporated suitable technologies that align with course objectives and are apt for utilization in PreK-12 classrooms.3. Crafted tutorials and instructed preservice teachers on the effective use of these technologies.4. Furnished opportunities for preservice teachers to introspect on their grasp of technology integration into PreK-12 instruction. I also initiated discussions and activities promoting reflection and self-assessment. Show less

Graduate Teaching Assistant

• Aug 2019 - May 2020

In my role as a Teaching Assistant for IDE 201 Integrating Technology into Instruction, I:1. Collaborated to design and deliver enriching course content, enhancing the overall student learning experience.2. Provided insightful feedback on student submissions and facilitated discussions on Blackboard, encouraging a deeper understanding and active engagement.3. Developed two comprehensive grading rubrics to ensure objective assessment of student projects.4. Conducted thorough analyses of selected case studies, highlighting the differences between successful and unsuccessful adoptions of educational technology projects. Show less

Instructional Designer

• May 2020 - Aug 2020

In my role as an Instructional Designer at the Center for Online and Digital Learning, Syracuse University, I: 1. Mentored faculty members and teaching assistants in converting face-to-face courses into online formats for the fall semester. 2. Provided design suggestions for using the Blackboard site. In my role as an Instructional Designer at the Center for Online and Digital Learning, Syracuse University, I: 1. Mentored faculty members and teaching assistants in converting face-to-face courses into online formats for the fall semester. 2. Provided design suggestions for using the Blackboard site.

Research Assistant

• Sep 2018 - Jun 2019

• Analyzed the existing videos related to the book All about Choices, including transcribing videos, coding data, and helping to identify patterns or themes • Created new videos and promotional material, script, film, and edit • Managed the video data collected or created for the book, including organizing files, backing up data, and creating metadata • Analyzed the existing videos related to the book All about Choices, including transcribing videos, coding data, and helping to identify patterns or themes • Created new videos and promotional material, script, film, and edit • Managed the video data collected or created for the book, including organizing files, backing up data, and creating metadata

Curriculum Developer

• May 2018 - Aug 2018

In my role as a curriculum developer at the IDD&E Department, Syracuse University, I: 1. Crafted comprehensive documents tailored for assessment purposes. 2. Undertook meticulous editing, proofreading, and publishing of learning contents for online courses, specifically IDE 631 (Instructional Design and Development I) and IDE 641 (Techniques in Educational Evaluation). 3. Championed the design and development of highly interactive online courses for both IDE631 and IDE641. In my role as a curriculum developer at the IDD&E Department, Syracuse University, I: 1. Crafted comprehensive documents tailored for assessment purposes. 2. Undertook meticulous editing, proofreading, and publishing of learning contents for online courses, specifically IDE 631 (Instructional Design and Development I) and IDE 641 (Techniques in Educational Evaluation). 3. Championed the design and development of highly interactive online courses for both IDE631 and IDE641.

Instructional Designer

• May 2018 - May 2018

In my role as an Instructional Designer at 4dmetrics, Washington, D.C., I: 1. Conducted Before and After ClearAlignment Syllabus Alignment Analysis. 2. Revised syllabi for institutions, including Washington University. 3. Incorporated new information into courses. 4. Developed courses, designed curriculums, and created training materials. In my role as an Instructional Designer at 4dmetrics, Washington, D.C., I: 1. Conducted Before and After ClearAlignment Syllabus Alignment Analysis. 2. Revised syllabi for institutions, including Washington University. 3. Incorporated new information into courses. 4. Developed courses, designed curriculums, and created training materials.

Grade 9 Advisor

• Aug 2015 - Jun 2017

• Oversaw the academic progress and well-being of the students in Grade 9• Provided training and guidance for students to ensure they are successful in the transition to high school

English Teacher

• Aug 2002 - Jun 2017

• Planned and delivered engaging lessons that align with state and district standards, and that help students develop strong reading, writing, and communication skills.• Developed and adapted curriculum to meet the needs and interests of their students, and to align with changing standards or educational trends• Assessed student progress through various means, such as quizzes, tests, essays, and projects and provide feedback to diverse students, identified areas for improvement, and adjusted their instruction as needed Show less

Visiting Scholar

• Sep 2014 - Dec 2014

• Observed classrooms at Mountain High School to gain insight into the teaching and learning practices being used, and to identify potential areas for improvement • Arranged for my students to take classes in American classrooms at Mountain High School, providing them with the opportunity to observe and participate in American teaching and learning practices • Collaborated with school leadership to develop a plan for how to best support RDFZ’s goals and objectives • Observed classrooms at Mountain High School to gain insight into the teaching and learning practices being used, and to identify potential areas for improvement • Arranged for my students to take classes in American classrooms at Mountain High School, providing them with the opportunity to observe and participate in American teaching and learning practices • Collaborated with school leadership to develop a plan for how to best support RDFZ’s goals and objectives

Visiting Scholar

• Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

• Developed and deliver presentations on education systems in RDFZ that may be of interest to the faculty and staff at Theodore Roosevelt High School • Provided guidance and support to my students as they participate in American classrooms, helping them to navigate any cultural or linguistic differences they may encounter and ensuring that they are able to fully engage in the learning experience • Conducted research related to this American school to gather data on student achievement and study the implementation of educational technology Show less