Mary Alison Richard

Dedicated History Teacher with 12 years of experience at the college level, passionate educator providing students with learning opportunities and support to shape them into leaders who positively influence their families, communities, and futures. Acknowledged for tailoring teaching methods and materials to accommodate the diverse needs of students and for utilizing a wide array of instructional techniques to keep students engaged and enhance their learning. Encouraging and motivational educator who upholds the utmost standards of professional integrity and reliability. Positively motivates students with individual guidance and empathetic mentorship, implements diverse instruction methods.

• 08/2023, American History Colloquium (teachingamericanhistory.com), Westward Expansion: Conflict, Conservation, and the Environment, Ashland University
• 03/2021, American History Colloquium (teachingamericanhistory.com), Frederick Douglass and William Lloyd Garrison: A Debate Over Ideas, Ashland University
• 10/2019, The Empowered Educator Virtual Event (sponsored by Cengage), Adjusting Your Syllabus for Career Minded Students, Celebrating Differences Through Culturally Responsive Teaching
• 01/2019, How to Make the Most Out of Your Online Class (sponsored by Jefferson State Community College)
• 07/2016, American History Colloquium (teachingamericanhistory.com), World War II, World War II Museum, New Orleans, LA, Ashland University
• Spring 2016, Ashland University Saturday Morning Webinars, American Presidents Series, American Presidents – Dwight Eisenhower: Change at Home and Challenge Abroad, American Presidents – Lyndon Johnson: The Great Society and Vietnam, American Presidents – Ronald Reagan: The Great Communicator
• 07/2015, American History Colloquium (teachingamericanhistory.com), Thomas Jefferson: Presidency & the Louisiana Purchase, Monticello, VA, Ashland University

• 2022 - 2023, Mary (Ali) Richard, How would describe the instructor's strengths to a fellow student?, Strengths were good readings on topics for each week, book is good to read, and it is very informative, also is on point with responding to emails about the subject itself or if you have any questions in general., How would describe the instructor's weaknesses to a fellow student?, When the instructor accidentally does something on their own that is not correct, she lets us know and gives us points for the mistake that she did., Other than the instructor, how would you describe the strengths and weaknesses of the course (the material, the textbook, the lab equipment)?, The class kept my attention, and the assignments were fun to do
• 2022 - 2023, Mary (Ali) Richard, How would describe the instructor's strengths to a fellow student?, Open communication, quickly responded to emails, she made sure that everyone understood the assignments/tests and told us what to expect., Other than the instructor, how would you describe the strengths and weaknesses of the course (the material, the textbook, the lab equipment)?, I hate learning history. I just need it to graduate.
• 2022 - 2023, Mary (Ali) Richard, How would describe the instructor's strengths to a fellow student?, Consistent., Other than the instructor, how would you describe the strengths and weaknesses of the course (the material, the textbook, the lab equipment)?, It was all great
• 2022 - 2023, Mary (Ali) Richard, How would describe the instructor's strengths to a fellow student?, Despite this course being an online class, I felt like I got to know Mrs.Richard well. Her daily announcements and ongoing emails of reminders gave me a sense of caring teacher. Although I may not know her in person, you can tell she is very passionate about history and her students. Thank you Mrs. Richard for being a great History Professor!, Other than the instructor, how would you describe the strengths and weaknesses of the course (the material, the textbook, the lab equipment)?, The course is very simple as long as you do the assignments in a timely fashion. Grading takes a little time but for the most part, she is super fast. It is a lot of information to cover
• 2022 - 2023, Mary (Ali) Richard, How would describe the instructor's strengths to a fellow student?, Great feedback on work good communication overall Ms. Richard was super fair, friendly and the course was very clearly outlined. She's excellent. She is very supportive and seems enthusiastic about the subject and teaching. She gets excited when you complete your assignments leaving great feed back. She'll give an extra point when you exceed her assignment expectations. It made me look forward to doing my work and being recognized for it., Other than the instructor, how would you describe the strengths and weaknesses of the course (the material, the textbook, the lab equipment)?, I would say that the course did a good job of providing access and education for virtual lessons; maybe even better than any other course thus far. The only thing I can say is anything about our assignments which were somewhat vague in explaining their criteria.
• 2022 - 2023, Mary (Ali) Richard, How would describe the instructor's strengths to a fellow student?, The instructor was very considerate in assisting students with course management and providing insightful feedback. Very easy to reach and get help. Assignments are very thorough and easy to learn from while still being enjoyable. information presented well, worked with students, Other than the instructor, how would you describe the strengths and weaknesses of the course (the material, the textbook, the lab equipment)?, It was all great

• 07/2022, The Alabama Community College System (ACCS) / Jefferson State Community College Volunteer for ALEX (the Alabama Experience) at the 2022 World Games
• 2019, 2021, Co-sponsor, IMPACT, student-led bible study at Jefferson State Community College, Pell City Campus
• 10/2019, Jefferson State Community College Volunteer for “Birmingham Reads”
• 09/2019, Jefferson State Community College Pioneer Days / Amazing Race
• 2007, present, Church Relations Coordinator, Operation Christmas Child, Selected to go on shoebox delivery to Zambia May, 2013
• 2007, 2016, Coach and Referee, Pell City Youth Sports, youth soccer and basketball
• 2006, 2013, Committee Member, Relay for Life, St. Clair County
• 1999, Member, Sunday School teacher, Pell City First Baptist Church, GA's (Girls in Action) at First Baptist Church - Teacher to 5th and 6th grade girls
• 1994, 1997, Athletic Scholarship, University of Alabama at Huntsville, Women's Basketball, Women's Cross Country, UAH basketball youth summer camps - Student Coach, Reading and math tutor at Ed White Middle School, Huntsville
• 1992, 1994, Athletic Scholarship, Calhoun Community College, Women's Basketball, Decatur Youth Sports - Student Coach
• 1989, 1992, Varsity Athlete, Jonesboro Senior High School, Basketball, Track, Cross Country, Clayton County Youth Basketball - Student Coach