Candyce Frink
Waterloo,Iowa
Summary
Enthusiastic Instructor working to help students develop and maintain goal-oriented study habits for consistent academic success. Equally skilled at one-on-one and group lessons using adaptable teaching strategies for different types of learners. Accustomed to both in-person and online instruction for flexibility and multimedia integration to maximize lesson engagement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
ACE Instructor
Business And Community Education/Hawkeye Community
01.2024 - Current
- Inspired confidence in students by helping them recognize their unique abilities and potential for success using Lab for Tyson employees.
- Strategically incorporated test-taking tips and tricks into lessons to provide 30-plus students with an edge over their peers in advancing their certifications required by their employer.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress throughout course duration, allowing for informed decision-making regarding intervention strategies when necessary.
- Provided ongoing support to students with diverse learning needs by adapting teaching methods and offering additional resources.
- Elevated student's test-taking skills by emphasizing time management techniques and other strategies associated with study skills.
- Fostered a positive learning environment that promoted open communication and active participation from students.
- Encouraged self-reflection among students, promoting development of personalized study strategies for continuous improvement in test scores.
ESL Instructor
Hawkeye Community College
01.2023 - Current
- Expanded students writing knowledge through targeted activities, increasing their ability to communicate effectively in English.
- Tailored lesson plans to accommodate differences in learning styles and speeds, as well as academic levels through video, and CANVAS open discussion boards.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and ensure all students were engaged in the content.
- Organized cultural events promoting understanding of diverse backgrounds in the school community, fostering greater inclusivity within the school setting.
- Offered one-on-one tutoring to improve student classroom performance, boosting overall performance by 95%.
Adjunct English Instructor
Hawkeye Community College
08.2016 - Current
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussions of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
- Organized, prepared, and revised College Preparatory Writing 1, 2, and College Reading 1,2, and 3 course material.
- Applied technological options (CANVAS) for Online/Hybrid and course-related software.
- Assisted and implemented departmental English curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
- Provided extra support for struggling students through one-on-one tutoring sessions or after-class workshops.
- Marked lesson notes, corrected errors, and made useful suggestions on written assignments for improved writing communication performance.
- Utilized multimedia tools such as videos, podcasts, or online articles to supplement traditional classroom instruction and engage students in different ways.
Professional Certified Tutor
Hawkeye Community College
08.2016 - Current
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Tutored diverse groups of students including cognitively challenged individuals to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.
- Offered one-on-one and small group instruction to foster opportunities for flexible and differentiated learning.
- Tutor preference: English, ESL, SDV, Business, Chemistry group study (10 plus students), and Philosophy.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.
- Conducted group tutoring sessions to help students engage inactive learning and critical thinking skills.
Education
Master of Arts - Instructional Technology Graduate
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA2025
Master of Arts - Languages And Literatures
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA05.2016
Skills
- Student Motivation Strategies
- In-depth Subject Knowledge
- Goal Setting and Tracking
- Collaborative Teamwork Abilities
- Time management mastery
- Curriculum design experience
- Exceptional Teaching Abilities
- Study Skills Development
Timeline
ACE Instructor
Business And Community Education/Hawkeye Community
01.2024 - Current
ESL Instructor
Hawkeye Community College
01.2023 - Current
Adjunct English Instructor
Hawkeye Community College
08.2016 - Current
Professional Certified Tutor
Hawkeye Community College
08.2016 - Current
Master of Arts - Instructional Technology Graduate
University of Northern Iowa
Master of Arts - Languages And Literatures
University of Northern Iowa
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