Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Faculty Administrative Load
Workshops Conferences
Affiliations
Academic Degrees
Community Service
Certification
Languages
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Estela Stubbs

Meadowview,VA

Summary

Patient Math Teacher with resourceful and engaging teaching style demonstrated over 20 years of academic experience. Caring and hardworking professional with exceptional work ethic and commitment to cultivating productive learning environments to drive student progress and comprehension. Adept in creating purposeful and appropriate lesson plans to help students master material.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Subject Matter Expert for Math 110 and CLST 103

Liberty University Online
01.2007 - Current
  • Evaluated curriculum effectiveness, recommending changes to ensure alignment with state standards and industry trends.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and creating a supportive atmosphere.
  • Streamlined grading processes, ensuring timely feedback for students to improve their performance.
  • Created course syllabus to clearly communicate expectations and standards for student success.
  • Identified and chose best textbooks for students learning math at their appropriate placement level.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Initiated communication with students to address learning concerns and offer additional guidance for independent study.
  • Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
  • Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of Students.

Algebra Teacher

Virtual Virginia
01.2020 - 06.2020

Filled in the need for online instruction during the pandemic.

  • Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.

Assistant Professor of Mathematics

Liberty University
01.2004 - 05.2019
  • General Math and Science
  • Served on departmental committees to evaluate curriculum effectiveness, making recommendations for improvements that led to increased student success rates.
  • Created detailed syllabus to outline teaching methods, learning objectives, and exam dates.
  • Instructed students using different online math platforms such as mymathlab, aleks, and webassign in addition to educating students in traditional, face-to-face settings.
  • Developed strong rapport with students by consistently displaying enthusiasm, approachability, and dedication to their success.
  • Enhanced student understanding of complex mathematical concepts by incorporating real-world applications and examples into lectures.
  • Held regular office hours to assist students struggling with materials.
  • Incorporated cutting-edge technology into classroom instruction, enhancing student engagement and facilitating deeper understanding of mathematical concepts.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development activities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in higher education instruction.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Prepared high-quality lessons to teach students step-by-step problem-solving methods for Algebra math courses.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Learned 125 students names within the first 2 weeks of each semester to try and create a positive learning environment.

Education

No Degree - Masters In Mathematics

Lynchburg College
Lynchburg, VA

Master of Education - Special Education

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05.2007

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05.2004

Skills

  • Adaptive Teaching
  • Collaborative learning
  • Learning Management Systems
  • Curriculum Development
  • Student Tutoring
  • Technology Integration
  • Self-Directed
  • Promotes Student Engagement

Faculty Administrative Load

2007-2019, Assistant Professor of Mathematics, Teaching Math 100, Elementary Algebra—Residential and Online, Math 110, Intermediate Algebra Residential and Online, CLST 103, LUO College Learning Strategies (for Math Success), Math 115- Mathematics for Liberal Arts.

2004-2007, Lecturer, Faculty (teaching), Bruckner Learning Center and College of Arts and Sciences and Spanish Club Advisor

Workshops Conferences

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  • Teaching Students to Take Ownership of their Learning, 08/14/12
  • Characteristics of the Adult Learner, 08/14/12
  • Incorporating Biblical Worldview in my Discipline, 08/14/12
  • Mastery Learning and MyMathLab in Developmental Mathematics, 03/24/12
  • Lessons Learned! Redesigning our Redesign, 03/24/12
  • Best Practices in Teaching Mathematics Online, 03/24/12
  • Untilizing MLP to Redesign Developmental Math, 03/24/12
  • Do the Math! Redesigning Developmetnal Math in Hawaii, Kentucky, and Tennessee, 03/24/12
  • Stop Teaching Calculating, Start Teaching Math, 03/23/12
  • Efficiency in Remedial Math Courses, 03/23/12
  • Redesign and Readiness Results, 03/23/12
  • Mastring Math, Not the System, 03/23/12
  • Turning Developmental Math Inside Out, 03/23/12
  • Technology Tips for Greater Efficiency, 08/12/11
  • This is Your Brain on Technology, 08/12/11
  • Changing Lives One Sole at a Time - Branding and Niche Evangelism, 08/12/11
  • Lessons in Time Management, 08/12/11
  • Virginia Tech Math Emporium, 07/2011
  • Alabama State University Math Emporium, 04/2011
  • NADE Conference, 02/23/11-02/26/11
  • Think Math is Impossible? Think Again!, 02/26/11
  • Activities to Inspire and Train Tutors, 02/25/11
  • LAPTOP Deployment and Training, LCMs (LCM 101), 02/11/11
  • Hands-On Remedial Mathematics Activities, 02/25/11
  • MS PowerPoint 3: Faculty Workshop (ITT 152), 12/3/10
  • Controlling Your Computer Lab Environment, 08/13/10
  • IT's Best Kept Secrets, 08/13/10
  • Plenary Session with Carie Page, 08/12/10
  • Student Support Presentations, 05/20/10
  • Where Do We Go From Here I - Interdisciplinary - Jim Sire, 05/19/10
  • Worldview Seminar, 08/13/09-08/14/09
  • WebAssign Training, 06/20/09
  • NADE Conference, 02/26/09-02/28/09
  • More on PowerPoint, 08/6/08
  • Technology Red Alert, 08/6/08
  • From Monolouge to Dialogue: Enhancing the Teaching/Learning Process, 08/6/08
  • Advanced Powerpoint, 05/15/08
  • If I only Had Half a Brain, 05/14/08
  • Multiple Intelligences, 11/16/07
  • Banner Self Service, 10/16/07
  • The Office of Disability Academic Support: Overview of Our Services, 08/8/07
  • Student Affairs A Division on the Move, 08/8/07
  • Emergency Response for Critical Incidents, 08/7/07
  • Bipolar in the Classroom, 08/7/07
  • Building Community with Online Students, 05/23/07
  • Teaching Arab/Gulf Students, 05/6/07
  • Proficiency Exam, 03/2007
  • Morocco/Islamic Visit, 03/2007
  • What Makes LU Distinctive, 09/2006
  • Faculty Evaluation Portfolio Development, 08/2006
  • Exercise: Something Everybody Needs for a Lifetime, 08/2006
  • How to Motivate Students, 08/2006
  • Jesus Christ, The Truth, 08/2006
  • How Shall We Then Teach? Linking Spirituality and Educ. Practices, 08/2006
  • And God Said- Integrating Biblical Truths with the Disciplines, 05/2006
  • Teaching Arab/Gulf Students, 05/2006
  • Sun Sense: Tips on Being Safe in the Sun, 05/2006
  • Proficiency Exam, 03/2006
  • A History of the Current Worldview War, 02/2006
  • Course Embedded Assessment, 11/2005
  • Multicultural Awareness Training 1, 11/2005
  • Using the SMART Classroom, 08/2005
  • Music as a Stress Reliever, 08/2005
  • Shroud of Turin Workshop, 08/2005
  • Assessment 101 Workshop, 05/2005
  • Worldview and Teaching, 05/2005
  • Assignment Manager, 05/2005
  • Security Awareness, 05/2005
  • Our Top Ten Tips for Successful Teaching, 04/2005
  • Challenging Your Student to Think Critically, 03/2005
  • Developmental Math Workshop- The EUREKA Experience, 11/2004
  • LU Doctrinal Heritage Workshop, 08/2004
  • Worldview “Christian University” and LU Workshop, 08/2004
  • Advising 101 Workshop, 08/2004

Affiliations

  • Kappa Delta Pi
  • ACSI
  • NCTM
  • NADE

Academic Degrees

  • 2007, M. Ed., Special Education, Liberty University
  • 2004, B.S., Mathematics with Teacher Licensure, Liberty University

Community Service

  • ACTS Ministry, First Baptist Church of Damascus, VA
  • Kindergarten Sunday school teacher at Living Word, Lynchburg, VA
  • Volunteer for the Big Sister Program in Lynchburg, VA
  • Volunteer at Aid Station for Grindstone Races in Central VA
  • Occasionally helped with the Red Cross feedings

Certification

  • Virginia Teacher License - July 1, 2021-June 30, 2031

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Algebra Teacher

Virtual Virginia
01.2020 - 06.2020

Subject Matter Expert for Math 110 and CLST 103

Liberty University Online
01.2007 - Current

Assistant Professor of Mathematics

Liberty University
01.2004 - 05.2019

No Degree - Masters In Mathematics

Lynchburg College

Master of Education - Special Education

Liberty University

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Liberty University
Estela Stubbs