FREDDIE SIKANETA
Adjunct Instructor, Undergraduate Program - Business Administration
Canal Winchester,OH
Summary
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) and mission-driven educator with 20+ years of relevant professional experience and 2+ years of college-level teaching experience in fully online and in-person formats. Demonstrates consistent academic rigor through learner-centered instructional strategies, timely feedback and grading, and responsible integration of AI technologies. Committed to upholding academic integrity standards and supporting a mission-driven academic community dedicated to developing not only competent professionals but also socially responsible citizens. Proven record of improving student learning outcomes by 15-25% through evidence-based instruction, engaging classroom activities, and compassionate service among diverse communities. Proficient in learning management systems (LMS/Canvas) and instructional technology for fully online graduate-level course delivery.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Adjunct Professor of Business Administration
Sinclair Community College
Orient, OH
08.2024 - Current
- Prepared and shared course syllabi and materials across 7 business administration courses, including business analytics and organizational behavior, following institutional templates with clear course terminal objectives, assignment dates, and grade weight distributions.
- Led engaging classroom instruction and activities using project-based learning and evidence-based instructional strategies, improving student learning outcomes by 15% through active participation and learner-centered methods.
- Remained accessible to students through virtual meetings and one-on-one sessions; responded to emails and messages within a reasonable timeframe via LMS communications and online discussion boards to support continuous academic progress.
- Provided timely feedback and grading through rubric-based scoring with written notes, delivering comments via assignment submissions, one-on-one sessions, and LMS gradebook within one week of each submission.
- Referred students to campus resources as needed, connecting learners to institutional support services to address skill gaps and ensure academic success aligned with workforce readiness goals.
- Uphold academic integrity standards by establishing verbal AI use guidelines, evaluating suspected AI-generated submissions, and educating students on responsible and inappropriate use of AI tools in academic work.
- Kept accurate grade records and submitted grades on time through LMS gradebook management, maintaining consistency and fairness via standardized rubrics and formative assessments across all courses.
- Communicated with department leadership and faculty teams to enhance organizational learning by 20% through innovative educational initiatives and continuous course improvement efforts.
- Stayed current in subject area and teaching practices by regularly revising and updating course materials across 5+ courses, ensuring content remained rigorous, current, and aligned with workforce development goals.
- Integrated instructional technology, including LMS platforms, online discussions, multimedia instruction, and virtual simulations to deliver fully online and technology-enhanced learning experiences, improving student engagement by 20%.
- Attended required faculty meetings, professional development trainings, and institutional events to support collaboration and uphold institutional policies and procedures.
- Analyzed learner performance data to identify skill gaps, adjust instructional methods, and ensure exam content corresponded to course terminal objectives through standardized rubrics and formative assessments.
Teacher Level 4
State of Ohio - Pickaway Correctional Institution
Orient, OH
12.2023 - Current
- Led 4 workforce and educational development initiatives - including a rehabilitation program - serving with compassion among diverse and underserved communities, improving learner success by 25% through mission-aligned, learner-centered instruction.
- Developed and implemented 3 customized training programs using learner-centered instructional methods, enhancing student performance outcomes by 20%, including a literacy enhancement course.
- Maintained accurate learning records and performance tracking systems, submitted reports on time, and followed institutional policies and procedures to support continuous improvement and educational program evaluation.
- Mentored 5 new educators on instructional delivery, onboarding effectiveness, and instructional consistency, raising team performance by 15% through a peer coaching workshop series.
- Created 6 sets of training materials and lesson plans, including compliance manuals - aligned with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.
Manager - Driver Training
Bismillah Transportation
Dallas, TX
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Developed and implemented evidence-based driver training programs, achieving 100% compliance with federal and state transportation regulations for 200 driver trainees and reducing accidents by 25%.
- Assessed trainee performance through practical evaluations and skills demonstrations; delivered targeted coaching and corrective feedback aligned with continuous improvement objectives.
- Maintained accurate training records and produced completion reports for senior leadership, supporting operational compliance and program effectiveness reviews.
Admissions Manager (Part-Time)
Argosy University
Dallas, TX
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Improved enrollment retention by 30% for 200 prospective students through effective academic onboarding and higher education planning guidance.
- Delivered 30 presentations and informational sessions on academic programs and institutional resources, boosting student engagement by 25%.
- Collaborated with 7 academic teams to develop communication strategies and training materials, supporting 300 learners in achieving their educational goals.
Sales Manager
Nebraska Furniture Mart
Dallas, TX
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Coached and trained 100+ associates on customer engagement, performance improvement, and service excellence, improving customer conversion by 15% and achieving 20% monthly revenue growth.
Customer Service Manager
Bank of America
Simi Valley, CA
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Designed and implemented 3 employee training programs, boosting customer service quality by 25% and improving workflow efficiency by 30%.
- Led onboarding and LMS-based CRM training for 50+ employees during Salesforce implementation, ensuring consistent adoption and compliance.
Branch Manager
First Convenience Bank
Arlington, TX
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Managed branch operations and led employee coaching, performance evaluations, and workforce development initiatives for a team of 50 staff, increasing employee performance by 12% and customer satisfaction by 18%.
Front Desk Manager
Wyndham Anatole Hotel
Dallas, TX
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Supervised and trained 15 front desk staff in customer service excellence and coordinated 3 service improvement projects, increasing guest satisfaction scores by 25%.
Education
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) - Management
South University
Savannah, GA 08.2020 - 06.2025
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Security Management
Nichols College
Dudley, MA 08.2009 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Dual Major in Management/Marketing
Northwood University
Midland, MI 08.2004 - 05.2008
Skills
- Syllabus Development
- Curriculum Design
- Instructional Design
- Adult Learning Principles
- Evidence-Based Strategies
- Learner-Centered Methods
- Project-Based Learning
- Assessment Design
- Rubric Development
- Formative Assessment
- Performance Tracking
- Learning Management Systems (LMS / Canvas)
- Educational Technology
- Multimedia Instruction
- AI-Enhanced Learning Tools
- Virtual Simulations
- Online Discussions
- Salesforce CRM
- Student Information Systems
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Workforce Development
- Onboarding
- Team Leadership
- Performance Evaluation
- Continuous Improvement
- Collaboration
- Communication Strategies
- Academic Integrity
- Regulatory Compliance
- Policy Development
- Accurate Record Keeping
- On-Time Reporting
- Institutional Policies & Procedures
Skills And Technologies
Syllabus Development, Curriculum Design, Instructional Design, Adult Learning Principles, Evidence-Based Strategies, Learner-Centered Methods, Project-Based Learning, Assessment Design, Rubric Development, Formative Assessment, Performance Tracking, Learning Management Systems (LMS / Canvas), Educational Technology, Multimedia Instruction, AI-Enhanced Learning Tools, Virtual Simulations, Online Discussions, Salesforce CRM, Student Information Systems, Coaching and Mentoring, Workforce Development, Onboarding, Team Leadership, Performance Evaluation, Continuous Improvement, Collaboration, Communication Strategies, Academic Integrity, Regulatory Compliance, Policy Development, Accurate Record Keeping, On-Time Reporting, Institutional Policies & Procedures
Timeline
Adjunct Professor of Business Administration
Sinclair Community College
08.2024 - Current
Teacher Level 4
State of Ohio - Pickaway Correctional Institution
12.2023 - Current
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) - Management
South University
08.2020 - 06.2025
Manager - Driver Training
Bismillah Transportation
01.2020 - 01.2023
Admissions Manager (Part-Time)
Argosy University
01.2015 - 01.2019
Sales Manager
Nebraska Furniture Mart
01.2015 - 01.2019
Customer Service Manager
Bank of America
01.2010 - 01.2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Security Management
Nichols College
08.2009 - 12.2011
Branch Manager
First Convenience Bank
01.2005 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Dual Major in Management/Marketing
Northwood University
08.2004 - 05.2008
Front Desk Manager
Wyndham Anatole Hotel
01.2001 - 01.2005