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ADJUNCT PSYCHOLOGY PROFESSOR
Professional Summary

Experienced education and passionate about facilitating exceptional student experiences in higher education. Known for great attention to detail and strong interpersonal communication skills. Excels at multitasking and liaising with various departments. Committed to student success and learning. Dedicated and adept at performing the tasks required to promote success.

Skills
  • Group facilitation
  • Creative problem solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Organizational skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Communication skills
  • Project coordination
  • Event coordination
Work History
Adjunct Psychology Professor, 03/2014 to 01/2019
Lawson State Community College – Birmingham, United States
  • Led General Psychology, and Life Span Development courses for 15-20 students each semester
  • Created syllabus and enhanced course plans centered around class objectives
  • Enhanced classroom learning by facilitating small group projects and discussions centering around core concepts of psychology
  • Implemented diverse instructional techniques and integrated technology to enhance student learning
  • Developed exceptional attendance record with special attention to punctuality and preparation to work upon arrival
  • Mentored less successful students one-on-one to improve understanding of materials
  • Updated class and student records in [Software]
Academic Adviser/Admissions Counselor, 06/2011 to 08/2011
Jefferson State Community College – Birmingham , AL
  • Worked with students to successfully complete the college admissions application
  • Assessed student interests and skills and provided strategic information about pursuing suitable courses.
  • Supported students with obtaining transcripts; performed degree audits
  • Enhanced students' understanding of STARS (statewide Transfer Articulation Reporting System)
  • Analyzed data of student satisfaction surveys; disseminated data to enrollment
  • Participated in planning student fall orientation
Program Coordinator/Commuter Students, 03/2011 to 05/2011
University Of Montelallo – Montevallo, AL
  • Developed Commuter program for 95-100 off-campus and nontraditional students.
  • Conducted quantitative/qualitative assessment to determine needs of commuter students
  • Coordinated weekly focus groups to obtain feedback with approximately 50 % of students attending.
  • Successful in acquiring 25 additional parking spaces during the semester
  • Assisted residence director in involving students in campus activities; increased by 50%
  • Participated in planning for fall orientation; developed a brochure for nontraditional students
  • Assisted students with academic support during the semester
Counselor Intern, 01/2007 to 12/2007
Impact Family Counseling – Birmingham, AL
  • Developed and implemented behavioral/therapeutic intervention plans
  • Counseled students wherein behavior, school progress, or mental impairment indicated need for assistance, diagnosing students' problems and arranging for needed services in Leeds City Schools
  • Fostered communication as facilitator through adolescent and teen group counseling among group members through team-building activities through Impact Parent Project
  • Consistently collaborated with school counselors and administrators on regular basis; reported concerns of suspected child abuse
  • Facilitated counseling on suicide crisis line at Birmingham Crisis Center to adults, teens, and kids.
  • Maintained confidential records of student counseling notes
Education
Associate of Arts: Liberal Arts And SciencesJefferson State Community College - Birmingham, AL
Bachelor of Science: Elementary Education, 1991
Jacksonville State University - Jacksonville, AL
Master of Science: Counselor Education, 2007
Jacksonville State University - Jacksonville, AL
  • Member of Chi Sigma Iota Counseling International Honor Society
  • Elected president of local chapter
Master of Science Higher Education: Student Affairs Administration, 2011
Kaplan University - Davenport, IA
Master of Science Higher Education: College Leadership And Administration, 2012
Kaplan University - Davenport, IA
  • Thesis: "Effectiveness of of Freshman Seminars and First-Year Programs on Student Retention"
  • Member of Golden Key Honor Society
Master of Science in Higher Education: Psychology/College Teaching And LearningKaplan University - Davenport, IA
Related Experiences

Fairfield City Schools 1991-1992

  • (Second Grade Teacher)

Birmingham City Schools 1992-2013)

  • (Teacher, Title I grades 1-5; Certified
  • Para Educator; 2007-2009; Substitute Teacher )

Birmingham Catholic Diocese

  • (Second Grade Teacher
    Jacksonville State University 2013-Present Alumni recruiter - Boots on the Ground
  • Presented 15 minute present to parents and students at college fair concerning admissions process
  • Prepared expo table with recruitment materials explaining financial aid scholarship programs offered at
    the university.
  • Recruited 75 students to university for the fall semester
  • Presented scholarships to students at two area high schools on awards day; 2019

Community Involvement

Autism Speaks 2014

  • Participated in fund-raising for autism; distributed flyers

Aids Alabama 2013

  • Participated in Aids Walk and health fair

American Diabetic Association

  • Participated in walk and health fair

American Cancer Society 2014-2016

  • Participated in Relay For Life; walk and fund raising activities; 2014-2015
  • Participated in Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Walk and fundraising 2015
  • Committee to Save Cooper Green Hospital - Participated in rallies; press conferences
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Lawson State Community College
  • Jefferson State Community College
  • University Of Montelallo
  • Impact Family Counseling

School Attended

  • Jefferson State Community College
  • Jacksonville State University
  • Kaplan University

Job Titles Held:

  • Adjunct Psychology Professor
  • Academic Adviser/Admissions Counselor
  • Program Coordinator/Commuter Students
  • Counselor Intern

Degrees

  • Associate of Arts : Liberal Arts And Sciences
    Bachelor of Science : Elementary Education , 1991
    Master of Science : Counselor Education , 2007
    Master of Science Higher Education : Student Affairs Administration , 2011
    Master of Science Higher Education : College Leadership And Administration , 2012
    Master of Science in Higher Education : Psychology/College Teaching And Learning

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