Carly Hearn
Fargo
Summary
Seasoned Assistant Professor of General Education with meaningful experience in fostering academic growth and intellectual curiosity among students. Strengths lie in developing innovative curriculum, integrating technology into lessons, and encouraging critical thinking. Past roles demonstrate significant impact on student progress through utilization of pedagogical best practices.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Yoga Instructor/Desk Manager
Indigo Bloom/Inspire Health/Fit Elements
Fargo
01.2016 - Current
- Instructed private sessions for individuals looking for personalized attention or rehabilitation from injury and illness.
- Developed a variety of creative classes based on the needs of diverse clientele
- Improved health and well-being of class participants by instructing on healthy lifestyles, food choices, proper movement and exercise.
- Kept up-to-date with advances in yoga technology by attending trainings, workshops, conferences regularly.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning and relaxation through verbal cues and music selection.
- Educated participants about anatomy, physiology, philosophy and lifestyle related topics.
- Led group classes, workshops, seminars, and retreats for up to 50 students at a time.
- Cultivated relationships with local businesses and organizations to increase visibility and enrollment in classes.
- Participated in promotional activities such as radio interviews or photo shoots.
- Prepared written material such as newsletters or brochures to promote awareness of yoga benefits.
- Performed administrative tasks including scheduling, client communication, and record keeping.
Assistant Professor General Education
Rasmussen University
Fargo
10.2007 - 09.2023
- Developed course materials for various English and Communication courses at a leading educational institution (residential and online).
- Collaborated with faculty to improve curriculum and instructional strategies.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback.
- Organized workshops and seminars to promote professional development among faculty and staff.
- Created lesson plans and developed instructional materials covering required topics and learning objectives.
- Used multiple teaching styles to meet learning needs of each individual student.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development initiatives to ensure academic excellence.
- Assisted in developing departmental policies, procedures, and activities related to cross discipline educational programs.
- Prepared innovative course materials to encourage critical thinking and discussion for students in both online and in-person class environments.
- Tutored students requiring additional assistance to improve overall comprehension of difficult concepts.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching methods that enhanced student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Researched supplemental materials, including books and slides for use in classroom discussions.
- Mentored and assisted with student-centered activities on campus to establish professional relationships.
- Maintained students' attendance records, grades and reports in strict confidence.
- Delivered course lectures using modern technology to enhance student comprehension.
- Built strong student rapport by driving classroom and online discussions and providing academic advisement.
- Integrated technology into regular classroom use for student engagement and learning.
- Contributed expertise to assist with departmental expansions and course changes.
- Identified valuable online resources to use in conjunction with lectures and coursework.
Education
Master of Arts - English Composition And Rhetoric
North Dakota State University
Fargo, ND 08.2004 - 05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - English Language
North Dakota State University
Fargo, ND 09.1996 - 05.2003
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Student assessment
- Lesson planning
- Educational technology
- Public speaking
- Instructional design
- Workshop facilitation
- Effective communication
- Content-based instruction
- Lecturing
- Online teaching
- Digital literacy skills
Timeline
Lead Yoga Instructor/Desk Manager
Indigo Bloom/Inspire Health/Fit Elements
01.2016 - Current
Assistant Professor General Education
Rasmussen University
10.2007 - 09.2023
Master of Arts - English Composition And Rhetoric
North Dakota State University
08.2004 - 05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - English Language
North Dakota State University
09.1996 - 05.2003