Erin M. Taylor-Ewald
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Motivated English instructor with experience delivering engaging lessons to students and helping to develop their verbal and written communication skills as well as critical thinking. Proficient in fostering a creative, encouraging environment, assessing student progress, and meeting the educational needs of students with varying educational experiences. A life-long learner, I bring a wealth of understanding about the unique educational needs of adult learners.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructor
Indiana University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
08.2025 - Current
- Strive to enhance student engagement and understanding.
- Facilitates interactive learning experiences using creative approaches.
- Mentors students to improve academic performance and foster critical thinking skills.
- Assesses student work, using a lens of encouragement and kindness.
Faculty Writing Consultant
University Writing Center, Indiana University Indianaplis
Indianapolis, IN
08.2025 - Current
- Guide students in developing writing skills by providing tailored consultation and feedback.
- Streamlined and updated the Handbook for consultants in preparation for moving content online
- Work collaboratively with peer consultants during client sessions and to create welcoming environment
- Completed - CITI Program, Stage 1. Expiration - Jan. 14, 2031
Volunteer
Riley Hospital Grief Services
01.2017 - Current
- Parent Council member – provide input into programming for bereaved parents and children
- Volunteer librarian – responsible for cataloging and organizing all family bereavement materials; implementing a technology solution so parents are able to borrow texts and materials
- Assisted with editing a booklet for distribution to newly bereaved parents
Volunteer English Teacher
Exodus Refugee Immigration
Indianapolis, IN
02.2015 - 07.2025
- Taught oral and written English to recently arrived refugees in Indianapolis
- Incorporated a provided curriculum for virtual learning; taught in-person classes as well
- Instructed students from a wide range of educational backgrounds, cultures, and lived experiences
- Required adaptability, quick thinking, and energetic teaching
- Fostered a classroom atmosphere that engenders trust in a vulnerable student population
Art Therapy Volunteer
Riley Hospital for Children
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Assisted Art Therapists and Social Workers providing art therapy to parents
- Aided parents in creating therapeutic art projects while their children were in-patient
Guest Services Volunteer
Ronald McDonald House
02.2018 - 09.2019
- Registered and welcomed new families of inpatient children
- Created a warm, friendly environment for parents living in emotionally challenging circumstances through empathetic and kind conversation
- Aid meal-providing organizations in serving dinner to families
Peer Tutor
University Writing Center, IUPUI
Indianapolis, IN
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Tutored Native English Speakers and English as a Second Language undergraduate students on a wide variety of writing assignments
- Scheduled appointments, maintained a clean environment, and performed clerical tasks
- Created student handout providing email etiquette advice
- Developed and delivered a presentation entitled “Your Mom Goes to College” at the Spring 2012 ECWCA conference
- Served on UWC Committees: Fun Committee: Led a group dedicated to organizing activities for staff team building, Technology Committee: Responsible for verifying and maintaining accurate student records, Handout Committee: Assisted with proofreading, updating, and writing of handouts
Birth Doula
Woodwinds Hospital
07.2007 - 05.2008
- Assisted birthing families during the childbirth process
- Provided non-medical physical and emotional support
Education
Master of Arts - English
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2023
Graduate coursework - Master of Science in Social Work
University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN05-2020
Bachelor of Arts - English, Concentration in Literature
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN12-2011
Skills
- Strong academic writing and literary analysis skills
- Organized, efficient, and detail Oriented
- Fostering a collaborative, dynamic learning environment
- Life-long learner curious about all people and the world
- Encouraging, compassionate, and supportive instructor
- Experienced teammate and leader, willing to accept feedback and instruction
Timeline
Instructor
Indiana University Indianapolis
08.2025 - Current
Faculty Writing Consultant
University Writing Center, Indiana University Indianaplis
08.2025 - Current
Art Therapy Volunteer
Riley Hospital for Children
08.2018 - 09.2019
Guest Services Volunteer
Ronald McDonald House
02.2018 - 09.2019
Volunteer
Riley Hospital Grief Services
01.2017 - Current
Volunteer English Teacher
Exodus Refugee Immigration
02.2015 - 07.2025
Peer Tutor
University Writing Center, IUPUI
01.2011 - 12.2013
Birth Doula
Woodwinds Hospital
07.2007 - 05.2008
Graduate coursework - Master of Science in Social Work
University of Indianapolis
Master of Arts - English
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts - English, Concentration in Literature
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading non-fiction and fiction
- Messy art projects
- Cooking global cuisines
- Yoga
- Family fun
- Volunteering; Political activism and advocacy
MEMBERSHIPS
- League of Women Voters
- Coalition Against Childhood Cancer
- Planned Parenthood of Indiana and Kentucky