Katie Jonard
Portage,Michigan
Summary
Higher education professional with experience in student support, program coordination, research, and university leadership. Skilled in analyzing complex information, communicating policies and procedures, facilitating productive conversations, and working with diverse stakeholders to address concerns and resolve problems. Strong written and verbal communicator with experience evaluating information, managing competing priorities, coordinating complex projects, and developing educational programming. Brings a collaborative, thoughtful, and detail-oriented approach to institutional work.
Overview
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Language
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Instructor
Indiana University
Bloomington, Indiana
08.2021 - Current
- Develop lesson plans utilizing fundamental language acquisition theories to enhance student engagement.
- Design and facilitate communicative tasks rooted in real-life scenarios.
- Manage student data, including private information, with confidentiality and integrity.
- Evaluate student progress and make necessary adjustments to ensure efficacy and success for students.
- Facilitate classroom discussions to promote critical thinking and active participation among students.
Chair of Graduate Student Advisory Committee
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Organized the department’s annual graduate student conference, coordinating keynote speakers, budget items, abstract review, scheduling, promotional materials, and event logistics.
- Facilitated communication between students and faculty, addressing concerns and clarifying expectations for constructive resolutions.
- Gathered relevant information in response to student concerns, navigating disagreements and competing perspectives professionally.
- Reviewed conference abstracts and contributed to decisions regarding program content and scheduling based on established criteria and available resources.
- Documented key decisions and discussions from faculty meetings, ensuring accurate communication of relevant information to graduate student body.
Academic Advisor
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Engaged with students to discuss academic progress, career goals, and graduation plans, fostering their success.
- Advised students on coursework, career goals, and degree requirements to ensure student success.
- Coordinated with faculty to resolve student concerns and academic challenges, enhancing overall student experience.
- Managed database of 400+ students to track progress towards degree requirements, ensuring timely advisement.
Financial and Student Coordinator
Indiana University Honors Program for Foreign Languages (IUHPFL)
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Developed comprehensive course syllabus to align scheduling, tasks, and content selection with learning objectives.
- Conducted engaging class sessions and tailored lessons to differing levels of proficiency.
- Managed communication between students, families, and faculty members to enhance understanding and support for academic progress.
- Fostered an environment that encourages students to apply their cultural knowledge and evaluate their progress effectively.
- Maintained meticulous records of all financial transactions, ensuring transparency and accountability.
- Created and managed weekly budget to optimize resource allocation and ensure financial stability.
- Led and supervised daily group activities, ensuring a stimulating and safe learning environment.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
West Virginia University
Morgantown, West Virginia
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Designed lesson plans utilizing fundamental language acquisition theories.
- Designed and facilitated tasks rooted in real-life scenarios.
- Managed student data, often including private information, with confidentiality and integrity.
- Evaluated student progress and made necessary adjustments to ensure efficacy and success for students.
Education
M.A. - Linguistics
West Virginia University (WVU)
Morgantown, WV01-2021
B.A. - Spanish Education
Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU)
Marion, IN01-2018
Skills
- Student assessment
- Data management
- Research analysis
- Interpersonal skills
- Critical thinking
- Multicultural sensitivity
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Chair of Graduate Student Advisory Committee
Indiana University
05.2024 - 05.2025
Academic Advisor
Indiana University
01.2024 - 07.2024
Financial and Student Coordinator
Indiana University Honors Program for Foreign Languages (IUHPFL)
01.2023 - 07.2023
Associate Instructor
Indiana University
08.2021 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant
West Virginia University
08.2019 - 05.2021
M.A. - Linguistics
West Virginia University (WVU)
B.A. - Spanish Education
Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU)