Charlz Karen Twitchell
Spring,TX
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Professor
San Jacinto College North
Houston, TX
08.2018 - Current
- For the first five years, I taught 3-4 face-to-face classes in History 1301 and 1302.
- During COVID, I taught 3-4 synchronous courses. Two courses were dual credit.
- Proficient in Blackboard Ultra and Collaborate.
- Integrated technology into the classroom environment to enhance instruction and facilitate communication with students.
- Encouraged students to actively participate in class through positive reinforcement and engagement techniques.
- Designed exams, lecture material, and writing assignments.
Adjunct Professor-Political Science and History
Lonestar College-Cy-Fair College
Cypress, TX
08.1996 - Current
- I taught four sections of dual credit Government at Cypress Creek High School until my retirement.
- Taught regular face-to-face courses in Government and History at Fairbanks Center/Cy-College.
- Proficient in the Brightspace Learning Management System.
- Taught asynchronously online during COVID.
- Currently, I teach Dual Credit in collaboration with Lonestar and Lamar Consolidated ISD. I have three online courses with a cooperating classroom teacher who helps facilitate lessons.
- Assessed student performance with integrity.
- Mentored students in the development of their research skills and critical thinking abilities.
- Evaluated student performance using appropriate assessment techniques and provided timely feedback.
- Presented courses to undergraduate students and created lesson plans, tests and assignments to ascertain how well students retained class material.
- Implemented different teaching styles to meet the needs of the diverse student population.
Human Resources Manager
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
Houston, TX
06.2002 - 06.2009
- Managed a substitute pool of 2,000 substitutes.
- Prepared all training materials.
- Provided training course for all new hires.
- The office prepared payroll for all substitutes.
- Assisted with vetting and hiring new full-time professional staff.
- Prepared budget for the academic year.
Advance Placement/Dual Credit/Department Chairperson
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
Houston, TX
08.1994 - 06.2002
- Supervised 39 Social Studies Faculty
- Implemented Dual Credit Federal Government program through Lonestar College.
- Created a system of assessment tools to evaluate faculty performance.
- Assisted teachers with developing and revising lessons to more productively reach students of varying skill levels.
- Represented the department at external events such as job fairs or conferences.
- Organized and chaired department meetings.
- Supervised staff responsible for providing support services within the department.
- Reviewed course materials, syllabi, and textbooks used by faculty members in their classes.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure successful program outcomes.
- Maintained compliance with university standards and regulations related to academic affairs.
Advanced Placement Government Teacher
Tomball ISD
Tomball, TX
08.1982 - 05.1994
- Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
- Integrated current events into classroom lessons whenever possible.
- Led professional learning communities within the department to share best practices and strategies for enhancing student learning.
- Designed assessments that measured student comprehension of content knowledge and skill mastery.
- Encouraged student engagement through interactive discussions and group work activities.
- Maintained open communication with parents regarding student progress in government courses.
- Encouraged active participation from all students during class discussions.
High School TeacherTeam Leader-Cy-Fair HS
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
Cypress, TX
12.1975 - 05.1982
- Managed team of XX employees, ensuring high productivity and quality standards were met.
- Developed strategies to improve teaching practices that align with district goals.
- Created and maintained a positive learning environment within the school community.
- Actively participated in departmental committees focused on improving teaching quality across the district.
- Provided instructional support to teachers in the areas of curriculum development, instruction and assessment.
- Provided guidance to new teachers on navigating the school's policies, procedures and expectations.
- Served as a liaison between teachers and administrators regarding issues related to instruction and assessment.
Education
Master of Arts - American History
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX07-1974
Bachelor of Arts - History
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX12-1966
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Student assessment
- Online instruction
- Learning management systems,
- Blackboard Ultra and Collaborate Knowledge
- Brightspace
- Classroom technology
- Interactive teaching
- Student engagement
- Feedback delivery
- Time management
- Faculty communication
- Grading and evaluation
- Learning assessments
- In-class lectures
Affiliations
- Photographer
- Traveler
Accomplishments
- Named Secondary Teacher of the Year for both Cypress-Fairbanks ISD and Tomball ISD
- On the President's Advisory Committee in the creation of Cy-Fair College. Experience with Dual Credit programs.
Certification
- Lifetime Texas Teaching Certification: History, Government, and Social Studies Composite
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
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Work Type
Part TimeWork Location
RemoteTimeline
Adjunct Professor
San Jacinto College North
08.2018 - Current
Human Resources Manager
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
06.2002 - 06.2009
Adjunct Professor-Political Science and History
Lonestar College-Cy-Fair College
08.1996 - Current
Advance Placement/Dual Credit/Department Chairperson
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
08.1994 - 06.2002
Advanced Placement Government Teacher
Tomball ISD
08.1982 - 05.1994
High School TeacherTeam Leader-Cy-Fair HS
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
12.1975 - 05.1982
Master of Arts - American History
Sam Houston State University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Lamar University
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