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INSTRUCTOR OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
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Professional Summary
Innovative Anatomy and Physiology Instructor bringing 10-year background instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance. Developing and maintaining an impactful rapport with students to help them achieve academic and career goals.
Accomplishments
Certified Distance Learning (DL) instructor by the Distance Learning Institute (DLI) at Horry Georgetown Technical College. Certification completed on 05.01.2020
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Work History
08/2014 - CurrentInstructor of Biological Sciences | High Tech High - San Diego - San Diego , CA
- Organized laboratory activities for optimum learning, including preparing lectures, discussions and student experiments.
- Used tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Sat in on classes of fellow teaching professionals to learn innovative methods for dispensing information to students.
- Taught Anatomy and Physiology subject matter to 50 students on information compiled from multiple sources, including textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
- Used Brightspace Learning Management (formerly D2L) to upload all student grades and absence data into district computer systems.
- Developed materials for laboratory activities and course materials, including homework assignments and handouts to facilitate learning.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests and assignments.
- Arranged materials and instructional plans to implement immersive activities delving into Anatomy and Physiology concepts.
08/2013 - 06/2015High School Science Teacher | High Tech High - San Diego - San Diego , CA
- Inspired academic success based on belief that all students can achieve excellence, regardless of background.
- Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional aids to complement lesson plans.
- Taught science courses using lab-based learning model to deepen subject mastery.
- Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements.
- Planned and escorted student field trips relevant to current science course work.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments and behavior.
- Demonstrated willingness to accept feedback and make corrections based on advice from peers, parents and principal.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Maintained assignment grades and worked closely with students needing additional mentoring.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
08/2010 - 08/2014Adjunct Instructor Anatomy and Physiology | Horry Georgetown Technical College - City , STATE
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Worked closely with Department Chair of Natural and Applied Sciences to develop and implement Anatomy and Physiology curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
- Examined and graded assignments and assessments to report grades to appropriate personnel.
- Integrated current events and cultural themes into course materials to contextualize subject matter and facilitate lifelong learning.
- Attended semester meetings and workshops to refine and enhance instructional skills.
- Used lectures, discussions and demonstrations to increase learning and classroom success.
- Defined and articulated learning outcomes, including measurements, performance metrics and changes to improve student learning.
08/2008 - 07/2013High School Science Teacher | Calvary Christian School - City , STATE
- Inspired academic success based on belief that all students can achieve excellence, regardless of background.
- Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional aids to complement lesson plans.
- Taught science courses using lab-based learning model to deepen subject mastery.
- Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements.
- Planned and escorted student field trips relevant to current science course work.
- Offered clear and constructive student discipline, discouraging inappropriate behavior and bullying.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests and assignments.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
Education
08/2003Coastal Carolina University, CityBachelor of Science: Biology
12/2012The Citadel, City, StateMaster of Arts: Biology
08/2019University Of Florida, City, StateGraduate Certificate Medical Human Anatomy: Anatomy
Expected in 05/2023Liberty University, City, StatePh.D.: Education Administration
Affiliations
South Carolina Technical Education Association (SCTEA)
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School Attended
- Coastal Carolina University
- The Citadel
- University Of Florida
- Liberty University
Job Titles Held:
- Instructor of Biological Sciences
- High School Science Teacher
- Adjunct Instructor Anatomy and Physiology
Degrees
- Bachelor of Science : Biology
Master of Arts : Biology
Graduate Certificate Medical Human Anatomy : Anatomy
Ph.D. : Education Administration
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