CHIAMAKA KALU
DC
Summary
Perceptive educator with solid record of accomplishment in attaining and surpassing targets during 12-year career. Stay on top of trends in education to maintain modern, efficient systems meeting needs of diverse students. Solid relationship-builder with decisive approach to solving operational problems.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean of Culture
Paul International High School
08.2012 - Current
- 11th Grade Team Leader
- Worked collaboratively and cross-functionally with school and school community.
- Responded to complaints or investigations involving student behavior and documented, managed and reported on student discipline data.
- Biology / Anatomy & Physiology 9th and 10th Grade
- Ensures study staff conducting the protocol has received the proper materials, instructions and training to safely enter subjects into the study and complete the protocol requirements, as written
- Oversaw and developed student mediation and conflict resolution programs.
- Improved policies and procedures to maximize student safety and campus security.
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Monitored and assessed results of postsecondary programs and services to identify and capitalize on potential improvements.
- Prepared and administered budget of $30,000 for campus with 450 students.
- Planned and organized extracurricular activities supporting development of student interpersonal skills and relationships.
Assistant Coordinator for the Health Careers Occupations Program (HCOP)
Howard Center
05.2012 - 08.2012
- Managed filing systems for electronic and hard copy documents to keep organized records.
- Recorded project expenses and submitted weekly reports to management.
- Worked with supervisor to assess needs and determine best courses of action.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Evaluated project documents and obtained additional information from stakeholders.
Research Professional
University of Georgia
07.2011 - 05.2012
- Impartially evaluated papers, projects and homework assignments of students, delegating grading to teaching assistants when appropriate.
- Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
- Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.
- Participated in various campus memberships at each assigned school to promote academics and faculty development.
- Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
Research Specialist
Johns Hopkins
08.2010 - 07.2011
- Analyzed variations in complex tests, experiments and procedures to produce research data.
- Guided technical programs and administrative activities in research settings and integrated quality assurance and safety programs.
- Modified experimental methods based upon interpretation of data.
- Implemented modifications and quality control measures to influence research conclusions.
- Monitored research data to assess accuracy, validity and integrity.
High School Science and Social Studies Teacher
First Coast High School
09.2004 - 06.2006
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
- Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
Education
Masters of Science - Biology (Concentration in Molecular and Cell Biology and Parasitology)
Howard University
08.2010
BS - Biology
Claflin University
05.2004
Skills
- Program management
- Collaboration
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multi-tiered support systems
- Negotiation
- Institutional planning
Publications
Published in Mycology: An International Journal on Fungal Biology
Timeline
Dean of Culture
Paul International High School
08.2012 - Current
Assistant Coordinator for the Health Careers Occupations Program (HCOP)
Howard Center
05.2012 - 08.2012
Research Professional
University of Georgia
07.2011 - 05.2012
Research Specialist
Johns Hopkins
08.2010 - 07.2011
High School Science and Social Studies Teacher
First Coast High School
09.2004 - 06.2006
BS - Biology
Claflin University
Masters of Science - Biology (Concentration in Molecular and Cell Biology and Parasitology)
Howard University
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