Experience

Springfield College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Adjunct Faculty

  • Aug 2012 - Present

  Instructor for the School of Human Services• Taught writing courses-Communications I, II and Writing in Human Services• Responsible for selecting, organizing and preparing course materials including course syllabus• Instructed/tracked student progress throughout the term both in class and online (Moodle)• Applied adult learning cycle to working adults and returning students with a wide variety of educational backgrounds and experiences

• Academic Advisor

  • May 2014 - Aug 2015

  Academic Advisor• Responsible for case management of over 20 students• Provided educational guidance/assistance by planning schedules, recommending courses and determining appropriate educational solutions for a diverse population of students• Mentored at-risk students; collaborated with faculty members to address the learning needs of individuals or small groups of students

• Academic Resource Specialist

  • Aug 2012 - Aug 2015

  Developed Individualized Academic Success PlansWorked closely with instructors, advisors, and Campus Director to insure retentionManaged the campus Academic Success Center - handouts, technology assistance, research tools Presented Workshops on study skills, research techniques (APA), Writing Tips, Time ManagementAssisted with New Student Orientation-presentations about Campus ResourcesAcademic Probation Coordinator-monitored students with academic concerns each semesterWriting Evaluator for new students as active member of the Admissions Committee Show less



Oklahoma City Community College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Academic Specialist, TRiO SSS

  • Dec 2010 - Mar 2012

  Served as an advocate for low income, first generation or students who have disabilities Monitored and coordinated tutoring procedures and developed a tracking system Provided students with subject matter tutoring Designed individualized programs to assist students with basic skill development Provided "Brown Bag" Sessions on Time Management, Test-Taking Skills, Note-Taking, etc. Assisted students with enrollment, career exploration and college admission requirements Served as an advocate for low income, first generation or students who have disabilities Monitored and coordinated tutoring procedures and developed a tracking system Provided students with subject matter tutoring Designed individualized programs to assist students with basic skill development Provided "Brown Bag" Sessions on Time Management, Test-Taking Skills, Note-Taking, etc. Assisted students with enrollment, career exploration and college admission requirements



Various School Districts

• Oklahoma , Alaska, Texas, California

• Professional Educator- Private and Public Schools

  • Aug 1983 - Jun 2010

  Certified Teacher - Grades K-12. Experienced in designing curriculum units for students with special needs. Language Arts Specialist and Gifted Education Specialist. Strong experience in assessing student skill levels and designing individualized programs to increase academic performance. Private tutor for all ages Kdg- through Adult Learners Substitute Teacher for Private/Public Schools in various districts Certified Teacher - Grades K-12. Experienced in designing curriculum units for students with special needs. Language Arts Specialist and Gifted Education Specialist. Strong experience in assessing student skill levels and designing individualized programs to increase academic performance. Private tutor for all ages Kdg- through Adult Learners Substitute Teacher for Private/Public Schools in various districts