Curtis Odom
Alto,TX
Summary
Experienced History Instructor offering 15 years of experience in developing effective history lessons and coursework for students of diverse learning styles. Multifaceted in teaching across multiple learning modalities with emphasis on student engagement and growth in writing, content mastery, and social development.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
History Instructor
Blinn College
08.2014 - Current
- Compiled, administered and graded examinations to assess student progress and provide feedback on learning objectives.
- Prepared various classroom activities and assessment methods to promote retention of study materials.
- Conducted research on historical topics to supplement courses.
- Initiated, facilitated and moderated classroom discussions to keep students engaged and monitor group progress.
History Instructor
Panola College
08.2008 - Current
- Taught U.S. History 1, U.S. History 2, and Texas History to Freshmen and Sophomore college students.
- Initiated, facilitated and moderated classroom discussions to keep students engaged and monitor group progress.
- Participated in departmental curriculum development, program administration and committee management.
- Delivered prepared lesson plans using instructional materials and tools.
- Prepared various classroom activities and assessment methods to promote retention of study materials.
- Conducted research on historical topics to supplement courses.
- Served on academic and administrative committees dealing with institutional policies, departmental matters and academic issues.
- Worked with associates and department leaders to coordinate best instruction practices.
Education
Master of Arts - History
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX05.1992
Skills
- Instructional Strategies
- Course Development
- Student Support
- Presentations and Lectures
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Virtual Communities
- Technology Implementation
- Microsoft Word
Accomplishments
- Chair of Faculty Handbook Committee Panola College From 2012 thru 2014
- President of Panola College Faculty Association From 2012 thru 2014
Certification
- Certified to teach online at Panola College/Canvas LM System Training - 2011-Current
- Certified to teach Blended Classes at Blinn College/D2L Learning Management System Training -2020-Current
Timeline
History Instructor
Blinn College
08.2014 - Current
History Instructor
Panola College
08.2008 - Current
Master of Arts - History
Stephen F. Austin State University
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Stephen F. Austin State University
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