Christina Richard
San Rafael,CA
Summary
Accomplished Senior Adjunct II Professor at California College of the Arts, adept in curriculum creation and student mentoring, significantly improved student retention rates. Leveraging critical thinking and diverse instructional strategies, fostered a collaborative and inclusive learning environment. Excelled in online teaching, ensuring high engagement and comprehension across varied learning styles.
Inspiring Professor brings advanced teaching skills and department leadership experience. Goal-oriented to advance department, improve teaching and modernize courses. Extensive background in research and university fundraising.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Adjunct II Professor, Animation Department
California College Of The Arts
09.2017 - Current
- Taught Animation courses, providing instruction to up to 18 undergraduate students.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Enhanced student understanding by designing interactive and engaging lectures.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Evaluated student progress using both formative and summative assessments to provide targeted feedback for continuous improvement.
- Instructed and evaluated students in classroom in alignment with college mission by incorporating innovative teaching and learning strategies.
- Increased course relevance by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lesson plans.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Researched and selected course texts and supplemental learning materials.
- Established and maintained inclusive, collegial and collaborative culture within classroom.
- Provided students with constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.
- Used different learning modes and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes.
- Developed innovative teaching methods tailored to diverse learning styles, enhancing student comprehension and success rates.
- Developed diversified course curriculum to meet regulatory standards and support learning objectives.
- Improved student retention rates through proactive communication and support.
- Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
- Created excitement and enthusiasm in classroom by delivering engaging subject matter.
- Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
- Met with students to dispense study and career advice and provide guidance and potential opportunities within chosen field.
Animation Professor
CCA Pre-College Program
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Enhanced student understanding by designing interactive and engaging lectures.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Shifted between informal and formal methods of teaching to create multi-layered web of learning incorporating experiments, practical activities, discussions, and projects into lessons.
- Instructed and evaluated students in classroom in alignment with college mission by incorporating innovative teaching and learning strategies.
- Graded tests and assignments and uploaded to school database.
- Researched and selected course texts and supplemental learning materials.
- Established and maintained inclusive, collegial and collaborative culture within classroom.
Youth Program Instructor of 2-D Animation
Young Artist Studio Program, YASP & Continuing Ed
06.2018 - 07.2018
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Animation
Sheridan College
Oakville, ON Canada05.1993
Foundation Year - Art And Design
Ontario College of Art And Design
Toronto, ON Canada 09.1989 - 05.1990
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Student Mentoring
- Curriculum Creation
- Mentoring students
- Diversity awareness
- Online Teaching
- Grading and Reporting
- Remote Instruction
- History of Animation instruction
Timeline
Animation Professor
CCA Pre-College Program
06.2021 - 07.2021
Youth Program Instructor of 2-D Animation
Young Artist Studio Program, YASP & Continuing Ed
06.2018 - 07.2018
Senior Adjunct II Professor, Animation Department
California College Of The Arts
09.2017 - Current
Foundation Year - Art And Design
Ontario College of Art And Design
09.1989 - 05.1990
Bachelor of Arts - Animation
Sheridan College
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