Patricia Oliver
Adjunct Instructor @Winston-Salem State University
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WORK HISTORY
Adjunct Instructor @Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC, US
Dedicated educator with a track record of developing grade-boosting initiatives that yield impressive results. Known for motivating college students to achieve high goals. Adopt at establishing positive learning environments and responding effectively to the needs of faculty members and students. Strong problem solving, and organizational skills coupled with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.• Taught two sections of classes entitled First Year Experience (FYE 1250) & (FYE 1251). These courses are to increase students’ success and facilitate a smooth transition from high school to college by engaging students in a structured curriculum, to grow critical reading skills and to increase their knowledge on social justice and liberal education. In addition, students learned social, intellectual, personal, and physical wellness practices.• Significantly improved student learning through engaging curricula and non-traditional teaching methods. Delivered comprehensive lesson plans, lectures, and seminars. Examined and graded assignments, essay, speeches, and class presentations. Ensured students achieved their full academic potential by providing plenty of personal attention. Informed students of academic and career option. Collaborated effectively with colleagues to resolve various college issues. Designed Office of the Registrar presentations for student admissions.
EDUCATION
Gardner-Webb University
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Candidate for the Doctor of Education in Organizational Development
Wake Forest University
Master of Arts - MA, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Wake Forest University
Master of Arts (MA), Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Winston-Salem State University
Undergraduate Degree, Management Information Systems, General
Gardner-Webb University
Doctor of Education - EdD, Organizational Leadership
North Carolina State University
Graduate Certification, Training & Development
ABOUT PATRICIA OLIVER
I have three years of experience working as an Adjunct Instructor teaching First Year Experience FY1250 and FY1251 courses to freshmen students. These courses are to increase students’ success and facilitate a smooth transition from high school to college by engaging students in a structured curriculum, to grow critical reading skills and to increase their knowledge on social justice and liberal education. In addition, students learned social, intellectual, personal, and physical wellness practices.Significantly improved student learning through engaging curricula and non-traditional teaching methods. Delivered comprehensive lesson plans, lectures, and seminars. Examined and graded assignments, essay, speeches, and class presentations. Ensured students achieved their full academic potential by providing plenty of personal attention. Informed students of academic and career option. Collaborated effectively with colleagues to resolve various college issues.
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