Sidni Justus, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Psychology at Kennesaw State University Norman J. Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences
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Atlanta, Georgia, United States, GE

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Credentials

  • Accessible Teaching Essentials
    Kennesaw State University
    Sep, 2022
    - Oct, 2024
  • Getting Started with SoTL at KSU
    Kennesaw State University
    Aug, 2022
    - Oct, 2024
  • Clinically Trained: Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS-2)
    Vanderbilt University
    Jun, 2021
    - Oct, 2024
  • Teaching with Technology
    Lynda.com
    Apr, 2019
    - Oct, 2024
  • Social and Behavioral Responsible Conduct of Research Course 1
    CITI Program
    Aug, 2013
    - Oct, 2024
  • Group 2 Social/Behavioral Research Investigators and Key Perssonnel (+ Refresher Courses)
    CITI Program
    Sep, 2012
    - Oct, 2024

Experience

  • Kennesaw State University Norman J. Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences
    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Assistant Professor of Psychology
      • Aug 2022 - Present

      Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychological Science at Kennesaw State University Currently teaching: PSYC2500 (Research Methods) Research Interests: episodic memory, metamemory, autism spectrum disorder, cognitive aging Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychological Science at Kennesaw State University Currently teaching: PSYC2500 (Research Methods) Research Interests: episodic memory, metamemory, autism spectrum disorder, cognitive aging

  • Oglethorpe University
    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 300 - 400 Employee
    • Visiting Assistant Professor
      • Aug 2019 - Jul 2022

      Currently in my third year as a Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology at Oglethorpe University. This semester (Fall 2021) I am teaching: two sections of Psych Stats and Research Methods I (PSY320), one section of Learning and Conditioning (PSY203), and one section of General Psychology (PSY101). I have experience teaching synchronous and asynchronous psychology courses in full-semester 16-week and accelerated 8- and 4-week formats. I have experience teaching courses in face-to-face, hybrid, and fully online formats. Courses I have previously taught at Oglethorpe include: Introduction to Psychology (PSY101) Theories of Personality (PSY205) Developmental Psychology (PSY201) Learning and Conditioning (PSY203) Social Networking Seminar (PSY290) Show less

  • Georgia Institute of Technology
    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Graduate Teaching Fellow
      • Aug 2018 - May 2019

      Was a part of the first cohort of Graduate Teaching Fellows (GTF) for Georgia Tech's Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) https://ctl.gatech.edu/content/graduate-teaching-fellows Facilitated workshops and Teaching Assistant Orientation (TAO) for undergraduate and graduate students as well as post-docsConducted classroom observations and individual consultations with TAs and other graduate students/postdoc instructorsServed as an ambassador and liaison between CTL and the School of PsychologyDeveloped an individual teaching research project collecting data on the types of faculty/instructor opinions of TA assignments within my home department (Psyc) Show less

    • Instructor of Record, General Psychology (PSYC 1101)
      • Aug 2017 - May 2019

      Served as instructor of record for a section of an undergraduate General Psychology course twicePrepared and held lectures educating students on the history, concepts, and current research being conducted the field of PsychologyStrived to demonstrate and create enthusiasm for Psychology as a science in the classroom through relevant examples from my own research and experienceHeld regular office hours for students who wanted extra assistance with material or consultation about grades or other aspects of the courseAdministered and graded student exams and other assignments, providing feedback for future improvement, and kept online grading databases up-to-date Show less

    • Instructor of Record, Human Development (PSYC 2103) at Georgia Institute of Technology
      • Jan 2018 - May 2018

      Served as instructor of record for a section of an undergraduate Human Development coursePrepared and held lectures educating students on the history, concepts, and current research being conducted the field of Developmental PsychologyStrived to demonstrate and create enthusiasm for Psychology as a science in the classroom through relevant examples from my own research and experienceHeld regular office hours for students who wanted extra assistance with material or consultation about grades or other aspects of the courseAdministered and graded student exams and other assignments, providing feedback for future improvement, and kept online grading databases up-to-date Show less

  • lululemon
    • Canada
    • Retail
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Educator
      • Nov 2016 - 2019

      Worked as a part-time educator for lululemon (Sept. '17-2019) after transitioning over from the young girls line, ivivva by lululemon (Nov. '16-Sept '17) Effectively educates guests on the fabrics, features, fit and function of lululemon product as well as the culture and communities we belong to. Strives to create a fun and personal guest experience by providing authentic conversations and a welcoming, warm environment. Worked as a part-time educator for lululemon (Sept. '17-2019) after transitioning over from the young girls line, ivivva by lululemon (Nov. '16-Sept '17) Effectively educates guests on the fabrics, features, fit and function of lululemon product as well as the culture and communities we belong to. Strives to create a fun and personal guest experience by providing authentic conversations and a welcoming, warm environment.

  • The Peach Pit
    • United States
    • Restaurants
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Coach
      • Feb 2018 - May 2018

      Coached group and private gymnastics and cheerleading lessons for students of all ages (preschool-highschool; levels 1-4) at both Collier (http://www.peachpitgym.com/) and Brookhaven (http://www.peachpitbrookhaven.com/) locations Cheerleading lessons include cheer/dance motions, jumps, tumbling, and stunt Gymnastics lessons include work on all four events (bars, beam, floor, vault) Strives to create a safe, fun, and personal training experience for athletes (and parents) by providing individual feedback, and a warm, welcoming environment Helps lead weekly training sessions for middle and high school cheerleading programs Show less

    • Graduate Assistant to Undergraduate Coordinator
      • Jan 2017 - May 2017

      Assisted the undergraduate coordinatorUpdated advisement-related materials (course offerings, undergraduate handbook) Updated webpages advertising for annual summer campCoordinating aspects of department events (e.g., creating posters to recognize undergraduates' achievements)

    • Co-instructor, General Psychology (PSYC 1101)
      • Aug 2016 - Dec 2016

      Served as a member of a teaching team who together instructed a section of an undergraduate General Psychology coursePrepared and held lectures educating students on the history, concepts, and current research being conducted the field of PsychologyStrived to demonstrate and create enthusiasm for Psychology as a science in the classroom through relevant examples from my own research and experienceHeld regular office hours for students who wanted extra assistance with material or consultation about grades or other aspects of the courseAdministered and graded student exams and other assignments, providing feedback for future improvement, and keeps online grading databases up-to-date Show less

    • Graduate Teaching Assistant
      • Aug 2014 - Dec 2016

      Holds regular office hours for students who would like extra assistance with material or consultation about grades or other aspects of the courseAdministers and grades student exams and other assignments, provides feedback for future improvement, and keeps online grading databases up-to-date

    • Graduate Research Assistant
      • Aug 2014 - Dec 2014

      Served as a graduate research assistant for "Planning Knowledge Networks for Scaling Up Impact", grant funded by Bill & Melinda Gates FoundationWorked to coordinate materials used for data collection to assist advisor's involvement as a consultant on $1M grant which used social networks and social influence to expedite the scaling up of health innovations in Bihar, India

  • Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics, and Computing (CEISMC)
    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Summer P.E.A.K.S Camp Instructor - Staying Focused: The Psychology of Attention
      • Mar 2016 - Jul 2016

      Developed curriculum and schedule for a one-week summer camp (held July 25-29, 2016) for high school students Taught lectures educating students on the history of Psychology, important concepts and findings, ethical practices in research, and current techniques and methods being used in the field Coordinated hands-on demonstration and activities featuring various technologies such as: Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Electroencephalography (EEG), Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS), and driving simulator Filmed and edited a compilation video presentation of student camp experiences Show less

  • Georgia Tech Athletic Association
    • United States
    • Spectator Sports
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Student Athlete (Cheerleading)
      • May 2012 - May 2015

      Three-year Letterman, Scholarship Athlete National Cheerleaders Association All-American Collegiate Cheerleader (2013) Recipient of 2014-2015 GT Cheerleading Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award Recipient of 2013-2014 GT Cheerleading Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award Recipient of 2012-2013 GT Cheerleading Rookie of the Year Award Trained 20+ hours a week in preparation for various events including all football home and away games, home basketball games and away tournaments, and national cheerleading competitions Selected from group of 40 student-athletes to represent Georgia Tech Athletics at travel appearances, and games during NCAA and ACC tournaments including: 2012 ACC Championship in Charlotte, NC 2012 Sun Bowl in El Paso, TX 2013 Music City Bowl in Nashville, TN 2014 ACC Championship in Charlotte, NC 2014 Orange Bowl in Miami, FL Acted as ambassador to Georgia Tech donors through appearances including pep rallies, dinners, football kickoff events, and various GTAA gatherings Responsible for raising $2,250 of approximately $25,000 for GT Cheerleading through sponsorships and calendar sales Help instruct campers at Stinger Spirit Kiddie camps with up to 50 children ages 4-10 Help instruct cheerleaders at College Prep Clinic with up to 40 cheerleaders ages 12-18 Show less

  • Hot Shots Cheerleading and Tumbling Center, Inc.
    • Coach
      • May 2014 - Aug 2014

      Coached group and private tumbling and stunt lessons for students of all ages (preschool-highschool; levels 1-5) Strived to create a fun and personal training experience for athletes (and parents) by providing individual feedback, and a warm, welcoming environment Helped lead weekly training sessions for middle and high school cheerleading programs including GHSA competitors such as Trion, Gordon Lee, Armuchee, and LFO Coached group and private tumbling and stunt lessons for students of all ages (preschool-highschool; levels 1-5) Strived to create a fun and personal training experience for athletes (and parents) by providing individual feedback, and a warm, welcoming environment Helped lead weekly training sessions for middle and high school cheerleading programs including GHSA competitors such as Trion, Gordon Lee, Armuchee, and LFO

  • University of Georgia
    • United States
    • Investment Management
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Student Athlete (Cheerleading)
      • May 2010 - May 2012

      Two-year Letterman, Scholarship Athlete, National Cheerleaders Association All-American Collegiate Cheerleader (2011) Train 20+ hours a week in preparation for various events including all football home and away games, home basketball games and away tournaments, home gymnastics meets, and home volleyball tournaments Selected from group of 50 student-athletes to represent UGA Athletics at travel such as appearances, games during NCAA and SEC tournaments, and 2011 Outback Bowl in Tampa, FL Acted as ambassador to University of Georgia donors through appearances including pep rallies, dinners, and football kickoff events Help instruct cheerleaders at Kiddie camps and College Prep Clinics with 100+ cheerleaders ages 4-18 Received one of the 2011 National Cheerleaders Association Collegiate All-American Cheerleader awards at a collegiate camp in Myrtle Beach, SC Show less

  • Reliable Rehab- Fifth Avenue Healthcare
    • Rehab Tech
      • 2008 - 2010

      Assisted in retrieval of equipment for therapy sessions Assisted in patient transfer to and from therapy Performed filing of paperwork and careplans into hard and soft files for speech, occupational, and physical therapy departments Filed past patient's therapy documentation into medical records files Office related tasks Assisted in retrieval of equipment for therapy sessions Assisted in patient transfer to and from therapy Performed filing of paperwork and careplans into hard and soft files for speech, occupational, and physical therapy departments Filed past patient's therapy documentation into medical records files Office related tasks

Education

  • Georgia Institute of Technology
    Doctor of Philosophy - Ph.D., Cognition & Brain Science, Psychology
    2014 - 2019
  • Georgia Institute of Technology
    Master of Science - M.S., Cognition and Brain Science, Psychology
    2014 - 2017
  • Georgia Institute of Technology
    Bachelor of Science - B.S., Psychology
    2012 - 2014
  • The University of Georgia
    worked towards Bachelor of Science (BS), Biology and Psychology
    2010 - 2012
  • Trion High School
    College Preparatory Diploma
    2006 - 2010

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