Colette Ruscheinsky
Grayslake,IL
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
ELI Adjunct Faculty Instructor
The College Of Lake County
12.2022 - Current
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
Peer Tutor/ Tutor II/ Tutor III/ ESL Tutor
College of Lake County
01.2005 - 01.2024
- I evolved from Peer Tutor to Tutor II and then from Tutor II to Tutor III
- In 2020 I became The College of Lake County’s ESL tutor for the Writing Center and ESL/ELI department
- I work with multilingual students working toward Standard Academic English proficiency
- I encourage and motivate students by creating individual lesson plans
- I also mentor students to achieve their goals, provide information and resources readily available to them at the College of Lake County and encourage their passion and process
- I am proficient in APA and MLA formatting, research strategies and guiding students through their writing process.
- Helped peers build self-confidence and motivation by providing positive reinforcement and feedback.
- Strengthened academic confidence of peers by providing supportive learning environment.
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
- Conducted group tutoring sessions to help students engage active learning and critical thinking skills.
- Led tutoring workshops for groups of students with related tutoring needs.
- Supported students in development of critical thinking skills and perseverance to persist with challenging tasks.
Freelance Television Producer
The Oprah Winfrey Network, Intersport, 20 West Productions, Fox News WFLD-TV
01.2007 - 01.2014
- I’ve had the opportunity to write, produce, cast and research for a myriad of local and nationally syndicated television programming
- I am fluent in Avid, Final Cut Pro and video editing and production
- I am able to conduct interviews, write scrips create content for documentaries, magazine programs, reality television series and online videos and news packages.
- Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
- Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas, and segments.
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
- Facilitated communication between production staff and other departments to synchronize work.
- Developed production plans and organized resources to achieve prompt delivery of projects.
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
Research Asssistant
Northeastern Illinois University GHRAD Center
Chicago, IL
2023.01 - Current
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Education
MA - TESOL
Northeastern Illinois University
12.2023
Bachelors - Broadcast Journalist
Columbia College Chicago
12.2007
Associates - Arts
College of Lake County
01.2005
Skills
- Student Retention
- Alumni Relations
- Faculty Collaboration
- Multimedia Integration
- Course Planning
- Project-Based Learning
- Student Engagement
- Academic Writing
- Individualized Support
- Student Motivation
- Active Learning
Timeline
Research Asssistant
Northeastern Illinois University GHRAD Center
2023.01 - Current
ELI Adjunct Faculty Instructor
The College Of Lake County
12.2022 - Current
Freelance Television Producer
The Oprah Winfrey Network, Intersport, 20 West Productions, Fox News WFLD-TV
01.2007 - 01.2014
Peer Tutor/ Tutor II/ Tutor III/ ESL Tutor
College of Lake County
01.2005 - 01.2024
MA - TESOL
Northeastern Illinois University
Bachelors - Broadcast Journalist
Columbia College Chicago
Associates - Arts
College of Lake County
Skills And Leadership
In addition to having an energetic and encouraging teaching style, I also host ESL conversation circles, contribute to the College of Lake County’s Writing Center social media and marketing team and conduct class orientations explaining the services and resources readily accessible for ESL/ELI students.
Skills And Leadership
In addition to having an energetic and encouraging teaching style, I also host ESL conversation circles, contribute to the College of Lake County’s Writing Center social media and marketing team and conduct class orientations explaining the services and resources readily accessible for ESL/ELI students.