Ann Webb
Joliet,IL
Summary
Creative and engaged English Professor dedicated to creating, implementing, and assessing instruction to meet student needs. I foster a a comfortable environment that encourages students to engage in critical thinking and writing skills. Friendly and personable with skill to stay organized and on top of important deadlines. Strong philosophy of diversified teaching instruction and knowledge of various methods to excite students about literature, composition, and communications.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Professor
Moraine Valley Community College
08.2006 - Current
- Researched and selected course texts and supplemental learning materials.
- Instructed and evaluated students in classroom in alignment with college mission by incorporating innovative teaching and learning strategies.
- Used different learning modes and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Encouraged participation by maintaining positive attitude and proactively engaging students in activities and lessons.
- Initiated, facilitated and moderated classroom discussions for college-level English students.
- Developed lesson plans and adapted curriculum to meet individual needs of students
- Used effective teaching techniques and learning strategies in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Developed interesting lectures and educational activities to maximize learning within classroom.
- Assigned books and other materials to improve reading comprehension.
- Employed diverse teaching approaches to help students of all abilities understand material.
- Selected and prepared educational resources, taking account of students' interests and cultural backgrounds.
- Made use of available technologies in daily learning, such as [Software] and [Software].
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NHMaster of Arts - English Composition
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, SC05.2004
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Modern Classroom Technology
- Classroom Discussion Facilitation
- Digital Literacy
- Positive Interactions
- Positive Learning Environment
- Develop Course Content
- Diversify Instruction
- Interactive Media
- Lead Group Activities
- Course Materials Selection
Timeline
Professor
Moraine Valley Community College
08.2006 - Current
Master of Arts - Education
Southern New Hampshire University
Master of Arts - English Composition
University of South Carolina - Columbia