James Nowak
Buffalo
Summary
Experienced Adult Educator with a strong background in creating and delivering engaging, informative course content for diverse adult learners. Focused on all types of delivery: in-class, online, and hybrid. Possess a deep understanding of teaching strategies tailored to adult learning principles, and the effective use of educational technology. Skilled in curriculum development and modification, fostering inclusive learning environments and promoting critical thinking skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adult Educator Instructor
Buffalo Public Schools
Buffalo
11.2015 - Current
- Instructing diverse learners in CTE and GED programs, including life skills.
- Developed curriculum frameworks for adult education programs to improve learning outcomes.
- Facilitated workshops and training sessions for adult learners to enhance engagement.
- Serving in class, online, and hybrid learners.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies that significantly increased student retention rates.
- Created comprehensive lesson plans incorporating various educational materials and activities.
- Evaluated student progress and delivered constructive feedback to promote academic growth.
- Counseled students on personal challenges, focusing on stress management and goal setting.
- Evaluated instructional materials such as textbooks, software, videos, and audio recordings for use in the classroom.
- Created lesson plans that incorporated educational materials and activities to engage students in learning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
SUNY At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY05-1990
Skills
- Student assessments and strategies
- Motivational techniques
- Student engagement techniques
- Feedback techniques
- Training material including program development
Certification
- NCCER Certified (National Education for Construction Education and Research)
Creator/Founder of eLearning Company TransformD
- Custom development of eLearning modules for education and training for private industry
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Adult Educator Instructor
Buffalo Public Schools
11.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
SUNY At Buffalo
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