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DR. GLADYS HARUN

Byron,GA

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record, adept at designing engaging curricula and leveraging technology to enhance learning. Skilled in differentiated instruction and course material creation, I foster student success through innovative strategies and strong presentation skills, significantly boosting engagement and academic performance.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

COLLEGE EDUCATION MENTOR

INDEPENDENT WORK
10.2022 - 02.2025
  • Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
  • Offered constructive feedback on mentee progress, enabling them to refine their skills and enhance their potential.
  • Assisted mentees in developing self-confidence and positive self-image.
  • Assisted students in exploring and selecting career paths.

TAX SERVICE DIRECTOR AND INSTRUCTOR

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
12.2016 - 09.2022
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations and standards, maintaining a safe working environment for staff and customers alike
  • Adapted lesson plans and curricula to tax student interests, increasing student performance and engagement.
  • Spearheaded initiatives to automate processes within the department, enhancing efficiency while maintaining data integrity.
  • Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for staff to enhance knowledge in relevant tax laws and procedures.
  • Implemented robust controls to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations in various jurisdictions.

TAX PREPARATION COURSE INSTRUCTOR

Liberty Tax Service
06.2014 - 04.2016
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
  • Developed students'' critical thinking skills through inquiry-based learning and project-based assignments.
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing various teaching strategies and methods tailored to individual learning styles.

INSTRUCTOR

GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE JUSTICE
09.2011 - 04.2014
  • Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
  • Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
  • Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
  • Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.

Education

Ph.D. - POST SECONDARY AND ADULT EDUCATION

CAPELLA UNIVERSITY
Minnesota City, MN
06-2016

Master of Science - SPECIAL EDUCATION

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
09-2010

Skills

  • Strong presentation skills
  • Technology Integration
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Learning Strategies
  • Course material creation
  • Implementation support
  • Curriculum Design
  • Course Management
  • Analytical and critical thinking

Timeline

COLLEGE EDUCATION MENTOR

INDEPENDENT WORK
10.2022 - 02.2025

TAX SERVICE DIRECTOR AND INSTRUCTOR

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
12.2016 - 09.2022

TAX PREPARATION COURSE INSTRUCTOR

Liberty Tax Service
06.2014 - 04.2016

INSTRUCTOR

GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE JUSTICE
09.2011 - 04.2014

Ph.D. - POST SECONDARY AND ADULT EDUCATION

CAPELLA UNIVERSITY

Master of Science - SPECIAL EDUCATION

Walden University
DR. GLADYS HARUN