Adriana Matuszewska MA, PhD
25 Groveview Trail, Mauldin,SC
Summary
Dedicated Educator experienced in creating and fostering learning environments in lifelong education process. Enthusiastic and creative mentor with solid understanding of personal development and individual learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and connects with learners from diverse, multicultural backgrounds.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Voluntary Charity Project Consultant
Fundacion León
05.2019 - 11.2022
- 'De mama a mama' - cookbook created with an international team with proceeds donated to the education of disadvantaged young Mexicans mothers.
- Allocated work among team members and provided guidance in project management.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
Teacher, Counselor
Nancy Language School
01.2017 - 04.2018
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Academic Educator, Social Science Researcher
University Of Warmia And Mazury
09.2003 - 08.2012
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage college and university students in learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing academic learning experience.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
- Designed, managed and directed research projects.
- Communicated research results by presenting at national and international academic conferences and by publishing in peer reviewed articles.
Expert of Teaching Methodology, Educator
New Media Foundation
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Trained and supervised experienced and new teachers to apply best teaching strategies and practices that comply with protocols.
- Collaborated with administrators to develop school-wide initiatives to promote academic excellence.
Child and Family Psychotherapist
Regional Family Support Center
03.2010 - 01.2012
- Offered innovative therapeutic techniques and non-traditional interventions focused on supporting foster and adoption families.
- Prepared professional and accurate case documentation.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
Psychotherapist
Satori Substance Abuse Prevention, Psychotherapy
02.2006 - 06.2008
- Partnered with multi-disciplinary treatment team as subject matter expert on psychosocial treatment of patients.
- Implemented variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve therapy goals.
- Counseled individuals, groups or families to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations and develop realistic action plans.
Education
Ph.D. - Social Sciences
University of Warmia And Mazury
Olsztyn, Poland10.2010
Postgraduate Diploma - Psychotherapy
Polish Institute of Psychotherapy
Krakow, Poland11.2005
Master of Arts - Education
University of Warmia And Mazury
Olsztyn, Poland07.2005
Skills
- Research and Development
- Qualitative and Quantitative Research
- Project and Team Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Self-Driven and Motivated
- Fluent in Polish and English, advanced French, basic Spanish
Timeline
Voluntary Charity Project Consultant
Fundacion León
05.2019 - 11.2022
Teacher, Counselor
Nancy Language School
01.2017 - 04.2018
Expert of Teaching Methodology, Educator
New Media Foundation
01.2011 - 01.2012
Child and Family Psychotherapist
Regional Family Support Center
03.2010 - 01.2012
Psychotherapist
Satori Substance Abuse Prevention, Psychotherapy
02.2006 - 06.2008
Academic Educator, Social Science Researcher
University Of Warmia And Mazury
09.2003 - 08.2012
Ph.D. - Social Sciences
University of Warmia And Mazury
Postgraduate Diploma - Psychotherapy
Polish Institute of Psychotherapy
Master of Arts - Education
University of Warmia And Mazury