Kent Phipps
Peer Mentor Teaching Assistant - Programming 2 in C @Uf Herbert Wertheim College Of Engineering
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WORK HISTORY
Peer Mentor Teaching Assistant - Programming 2 in C @Uf Herbert Wertheim College Of Engineering
Gainesville, FL, US
Facilitate weekly lab sessions, guiding my 30 assigned students through complex C++ programming concepts and hands-on projects along with my own created coding exercises• Provide one-on-one support during office hours to address student challenges, enhance understanding of course material, and offer career and engineering advise• Collaborate with course instructors and 8 other teaching assistants to design, grade assignments, and proctor online exam of ~250 students• Develop detailed rubrics to streamline grading and maintain transparency for student assessments via CanvasEd and Codio - our coding educational environment• Foster an inclusive learning environment by adapting teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles• Support students’ understanding of data structures, including linked lists, queues, stacks, and trees• Monitor academic progress and offer and requesting constructive feedback to help students improve coding practices and problem-solving skills
EDUCATION
Broward College
Dual Enrollment
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - Liberal Arts & Sciences
ABOUT KENT PHIPPS
I started my academic journey as a Business major, I quickly realized the transformative potential that technology holds in shaping our world. Motivated by this insight, I made the deliberate switch to Computer Science, driven by the aspiration to seamlessly blend my business acumen with technical proficiency. Now, as I navigate this dynamic intersection of disciplines, my overarching goal is to become a leader at an influential tech company, where I can harness innovation to leave a lasting, positive impact on the world. My immediate focus lies in honing my technical skills, and I am actively pursuing opportunities in Software Engineering to build a strong foundation. My strategic career trajectory aims to leverage this technical expertise into a leadership role that bridges the gap between business strategy and cutting-edge technology. With a keen interest in driving innovation, I am also open to exploring roles in Product Management as a stepping stone towards my ultimate goal. I am enthusiastic about the prospect of contributing to a forward-thinking team that values both, creative thinking, business vision, and technical prowess. Let\'s connect and explore how my unique blend of business and technical expertise can contribute to your organization\'s success.
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