Dalton Brooks
Marion,NC
Summary
I am a highly-motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. I am proud of my strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills, as well as my ability to effectively plan, implement, and teach lessons in-person and online, unsupervised, while quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Adunct English Faculty
Montreat College
Montreat, NC
08.2023 - Current
- Lead general English composition classes.
- Evaluate student performance through tests, exams and projects.
- Review student work and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Foster a positive, student-centered learning environments by incorporating gentle discipline and classroom discussions.
- Create and implement lesson plans, modifying for differences in student learning styles.
- Compile feedback from surveys completed by students regarding their experiences taking English classes.
- Evaluate and document student learning and growth.
- Explore deeper meanings behind texts through lively classroom discussions and challenging essay assignments.
- Introduce students to classic authors, playwrights and works of literature.
English Faculty Member
McDowell Tech. Community College
Marion, NC
08.2023 - Current
- Taught online and seated freshmen composition and English literature classes.
- Led general English, literature and writing classes during semester.
- Helped students elevate writing to university level, transitioning smoothly from secondary school techniques and styles.
- Maintained regular office hours to meet with students and discuss test results.
- Conducted classroom lectures and discussions on literature, grammar, composition, and other topics related to English language arts.
- Instructed students in areas such as British literature and fundamental writing.
- Facilitated small group activities that encouraged critical thinking skills among students.
- Utilized technology resources to develop immersive, informative lessons.
- Collaborated with colleagues to discuss teaching strategies and methods for improving student achievement in English courses.
- Evaluated textbooks, supplemental materials, and other resources used in the classroom.
- Reviewed student work and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Created instructional materials such as handouts, worksheets, and multimedia resources for use in the classroom.
Lead Student Services Specialist
McDowell Tech. Community College
Marion, NC
09.2020 - 07.2023
- Monitored progress of projects related to enhancing the overall quality of student experience.
- Compiled and studied educational and economic information to assist individuals in determining vocational and educational objectives.
- Coordinated events designed to foster community among students, faculty, and staff.
- Responded to inquiries from parents, staff, and the general public regarding student services issues.
- Maintained accurate records of student service transactions in a database system.
- Answered student, family and visitor questions with friendly and knowledgeable support.
- Prepared students for later educational experiences by encouraging to explore learning opportunities and persevere with challenging tasks.
- Conducted outreach activities to promote student services initiatives.
Stocker/DSD Receiver/Department Manager
Wal-Mart
Marion, NC
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Stocked shelves with newly arrived products.
- Arranged merchandise in an attractive manner to promote sales.
- Followed proper stock rotation procedures to minimize obsolescence and remove out of date items from sales floor.
- Inspected stock for damage or defects and reported issues to management.
- Packed and unpacked items, checking breakables before stocking on shelves.
- Received and counted stock items, recording data manually or on computer for inventory purposes.
- Maintained accurate inventory records through manual systems and and or computerized databases.
- Read orders to verify attributes and quantities of merchandise.
- Completed documentation related to receiving, stocking, returns and other activities accurately.
- Lifted materials of varied weights on a regular basis.
- Inspected merchandise for wear or defects, disposing of damaged items as instructed by supervisors.
- Monitored expiration dates of perishable items to ensure freshness.
- Printed accurate labels and applied to boxes, crates and containers prior to shipment.
- Received incoming product deliveries and relocated to storage shelves, coolers, or bins.
- Maintained a neat, clean and orderly warehouse environment at all times.
Education
Master of Arts in Composition -
Liberty University
07.2023
Bachelor of Science in English & Writing -
Liberty University
12.2021
Associate of Arts -
McDowell Technical Community College
06.2015
Skills
- Well-developed clerical and organization skills
- Adept communication skills in both written and interpersonal interaction
- Ability to successfully interact with diverse people and in high-stress situations
- Microsoft Word
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent Communication
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Social Perceptiveness
- Problem Resolution
- Relationship Building
- Interpersonal Communication
- MS Office
- Critical Thinking
- Clerical Support
- Supervision and Leadership
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Recordkeeping
Performing Experience
- Singer, "Yee-Haw: Country Music Revue" (June, August 2023)
- Cassius, "I, Colitus" (September 2023)
- Pianist (part time Dec. 2021 - Jan. 2023; full time Jan. 2023 - present), Story Memorial Presbyterian Church (Marion, NC)
- Old Fort Community Choir member (bass)
College Teaching Experience
- ENG 101 (SP 2023, MTCC)
- ENG 101, 111, & 241 (FA 2023, MTCC)
- ENG 101, 111, 241, & 242 (SP 2024, MTCC)
- ENG 1111 (FA 2023, Montreat College)
- ENG 1112 (SP 2024, Montreat College)
- ENG 1111 (FA 2024, Montreat College, projected)
Civic Involvement
- Old Fort Community Choir Pianist (Story Memorial Presbyterian Church)
- Player (Foothills Community Theatre)
Languages
- English
- Basic Spanish
Awards
- Tau Sigma National Honor Society (UNCW, 2016)
- Phi Beta Kappa English Honors Society (UNCW, 2016)
- Excellence in Academics (MTCC, 2015)
- Student of the Year (MTCC, 2015)
- Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society (MTCC, 2014)
- Student Government, VP (MTCC, 2013-2014)
Timeline
Adunct English Faculty
Montreat College
08.2023 - Current
English Faculty Member
McDowell Tech. Community College
08.2023 - Current
Lead Student Services Specialist
McDowell Tech. Community College
09.2020 - 07.2023
Stocker/DSD Receiver/Department Manager
Wal-Mart
08.2018 - 09.2020
Master of Arts in Composition -
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science in English & Writing -
Liberty University
Associate of Arts -
McDowell Technical Community College