Dr. Jessica Whiteside

Results-driven education professional with a proven track record in developing and implementing comprehensive lesson plans for the Civilian Development Leadership School at Maxwell Air Force Base. Skilled in delivering engaging lectures, discussions, and demonstrations through online and recorded webinars, while consistently adapting instructional methods based on course survey feedback to enhance learning outcomes. Recognized for exceptional expertise in curriculum development, student engagement, and instructional design, serving as the primary contact for student inquiries and supporting educational journeys through effective coordination with Course Support. Committed to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to Air Force policies, with a strong emphasis on team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic teaching environments.

• Remote/ Virtual Instructor, Civilian Development Leadership School, 01/01/24, current, Maxwell Airforce Base, Developed and implemented lesson plans that covered required topics., Instructed through lectures, discussions and demonstrations via online and recorded webinars., Reviewed course surveys when provided for instructional-related feedback and made adjustments as necessary in coordination with the Government., Completed and submitted reports detailing month-end production and course activities., Served as the focal point for all student questions during courses., Assisted students with my learning Portal, completing registration, enrollment, and graduation by coordinating with Course Support., Maintained office hours to assist students with questions and educational support., Followed all policies and procedures for instructors described by Air Force including confidentiality, case management and record keeping.
• Online Instructor, Faculty Advisor Criminal Justice, Miles College, 01/01/21, 12/31/23, Fairfield, Alabama, Developed and taught courses in criminal justice, including CJ222 Criminology; CJ230 Introduction to Law Enforcement; CJ235 Introduction to Courts; CJ240 Introduction to Corrections; CJ325 Community-Oriented Policing; CJ355 Criminal Justice Administration Policy; CJ360 Criminal Law; CJ395 Criminal Justice Ethics; and CJ470 Women in Criminal Justice., Converted 16-week on-ground syllabi, course shells, assignments, tests, and quizzes to 8-week online., Developed engaging discussion topics to enhance student participation and mastery of courses., Served as a mentor for students interested in careers within law enforcement or related fields of study., Developed and implemented a course syllabus that included detailed lesson plans, weekly quizzes, and final exams., Conducted research on topics such as cybercrime prevention, police brutality, and gang violence in schools., Uploaded e-textbooks, handouts, and supplemental materials into Blackboard course shells., Aligned learning outcomes with content to meet Miles College and SACSCOC requirements., Reached out to students who need help and provided encouragement and individualized plans to students., Timely submission of attendance verification, midterm, and final grades in Bears Den., Attended faculty meetings and faculty development as required., Ability to adapt to change., Developed and implemented lesson plans fulfilling the curriculum program., Presented subject matter according to established guidelines., Planned and utilized appropriate instructional and learning strategies and activities., Assessed students’ learning styles and used the results to plan further instructions., Other Duties as assigned by the Dean of Online Education.
• Loan Auditor, Regions Bank, 01/01/08, 08/31/23, Analyzed post-closing residential mortgage files, identifying underwriting errors and documentation deficiencies and recognizing incomplete information., Audited closed loan files for quality and compliance. All audits completed before TRID guidelines., Updated all loan files on the computer systems, approving loans ready for sale., Coordinated with attorneys, internal staff, and closing agents to complete documents., Monitored pipeline to ensure loans are processed promptly., Completed funding review for conventional, FHA, USDA, Rural, VA, and construction loan packages., Maintained all information strictly confidential according to our company policy., Audited government loans for submission to the appropriate agency for insurance or guaranty., Ensured all incoming loan submissions are processed promptly., Performed additional duties as instructed by management.