Instructional Assistant Resume Example Park University

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT

Professional Summary

Outgoing and dynamic instructor, writer, storyteller, and communications subject matter expert with over 20 years of experience. Dedicated to fostering student development of informed worldviews as well as superlative writing and communication techniques both in-person and via distance learning. Seeking a faculty position in English literature, composition, rhetoric, communications, or humanities.

Work History

Adjunct Instructor/Lecturer01/2020 to Current
Park University – Gilbert, AZ

Create and implement course agendas, lesson plans, and activities using Canvas LMS to successfully meet course objectives for First-Year English: Academic Research and Writing, and Interpersonal Communications
Use lectures, discussions, and demonstrations to increase learning and classroom success in face-to-face, online, and blended modalities.

Adjunct Instructional Designer and Instructor06/2020 to Current
Arizona Student Opportunities Collaborative – Phoenix, AZ

Instruct and Create curricula/syllabus, research topics, and conceptualized course format, subject matter, and presentation for 11th and 12th grade online English literature courses via Canvas LMS.

Adjunct Instructor/Lecturer08/2019 to Current
Grand Canyon University – Phoenix, AZ

Create and implement course agendas, lesson plans and activities using Loudcloud LMS to successfully meet blended modality course objectives for English Composition II> Fall 2020
Facilitate coursework and assist instructors and students for: Fall Semester 2019> English Composition I & Intercultural Communications, Spring Semester 2020> Honors English, Intro to Communications, Intercultural Communications, and General Psychology, Fall Semester 2020> English Composition I and Honors English, both on campus and in the online LMS environment
Give lectures in classroom settings of 45-85 students
Support student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance

Certified Guest Teacher11/2019 to Current
Phoenix Union High School District – Phoenix, AZ

Instruct students in lesson plans and manage classrooms of up to 35 students

Sales Support Specialist03/1997 to 10/2019
CenturyLink Communications (formerly US West, Qwest Communications) – Phoenix, AZ

Serve as ancillary trainer for Century Link high-speed internet and small business service order writing
Serve as subect matter expert and primary intracompany contact for service order resolution and delivery of CenturyLink products

Education

Master of Arts: English: Literature05/2019Northern Arizona University- Flagstaff, AZ

Graduated with Distinction, 4.0 GPA
Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society member

Graduate Certification: Communication Studies05/2020Northern Arizona University- Flagstaff, AZ

Graduate Certification: Rhetoric, Writing, And Digital Media Studies05/2019Northern Arizona University- Flagstaff, AZ

Bachelor of Arts: EnglishUniversity of Phoenix- Phoenix, AZ

Graduated with Honors, 3.97 GPA

Associate of Arts: CommunicationsAxia College of University of Phoenix- Phoenix, AZ

3.95 GPA

Certifications

Arizona Department of Education:

Adult Education Certification, valid through 08/22/2032

Subject Matter Expert Standard, English 6-12, valid through 8/22/2032

Substitute Teacher Certification, valid through 08/22/2022

State of Arizona Department of Public Safety:

Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card, valid through 03/16/2022

Skills

Intuitive communication skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Analytical and critical thinker
Teamwork/Collaboration
AP, MLA, and Chicago writing style formats

Excellent time management skills
Creative instruction styles and techniques
Skilled multi-tasking
MS Office Professional (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Audition, Audacity, Wordpress, Salesforce, Blackboard Learn, LoudCloud, Canvas, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Hangouts/docs/sheets

Community Involvement & Achievements

Collegiate Activities and Recognition

2018 Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society graduate scholarship recipient

Community Theatre and Creative Endeavors

Actor, director, vocal director, singer, writer, and sound designer in AZ since 1990
Creator and host of the Glamazons and Leprechauns podcast
Host and creator of the [SIC] Story Slam and Writer for the [SIC] Sense Sketch Comedy Troupe
Experience in voice-over, audio documentary, student film, and feature film work
Training in cold reading, improvisation, audition techniques, and commercial/camera techniques
Member of Dickens Carolers seasonal caroling-quartet singer since 2010

Performing Arts Recognition

Winner of Mesa Encore Theatre's Best Lead Actress award, 2007-2009 seasons
Multiple AriZoni Award nominee for recognition in theatre excellence
Moth Story Slam winner; June & October 2019, Phoenix AZ

References, school transcripts, portfolio, theatrical CV, and headshot available upon request.

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Park University
Arizona Student Opportunities Collaborative
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix Union High School District
CenturyLink Communications (formerly US West, Qwest Communications)

School Attended

Northern Arizona University
University of Phoenix
Axia College of University of Phoenix

JobTitles Held:

Adjunct Instructor/Lecturer
Adjunct Instructional Designer and Instructor
Certified Guest Teacher
Sales Support Specialist

Degrees

Master of Arts : English: Literature 05/2019
Graduate Certification : Communication Studies 05/2020
Graduate Certification : Rhetoric, Writing, And Digital Media Studies 05/2019
Bachelor of Arts : English
Associate of Arts : Communications

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