MARY GRIFFIN CAPPS
Montgomery,AL
Summary
Experienced educator and academic advisor with a demonstrated history of fostering student success through personalized guidance and impactful instruction. Proven ability to create engaging learning environments that promote critical thinking, academic achievement, and holistic student development. Skilled in curriculum design, student mentoring, and navigating educational policies to support students in reaching their academic and career goals. Dedicated to enhancing the student experience by integrating teaching expertise with proactive advising to empower learners for lifelong success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Advisor
Auburn University at Montgomery
02.2024 - Current
- Provided personalized academic advising to a diverse caseload of students, offering guidance on course selection, degree requirements, and academic policies
- Fostered strong relationships with students through regular meetings and proactive communication, ensuring a supportive and encouraging environment
- Utilized knowledge of university policies and procedures to accurately advise students on academic planning and progression towards graduation
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to advocate for student needs and enhance academic support services within the department or college
- Successfully supported students in achieving their academic and career goals, contributing to retention and graduation rate improvements.
9th Grade English Teacher
Butler County Board of Education
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education
- Cultivated relationships with parents for a complete support network.
AP English Teacher
Troy City Schools
07.2019 - 08.2023
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education
- Cultivated relationships with parents for a complete support network.
Library Assistant
Troy City Schools
02.2019 - 07.2019
- Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk
- Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials
- Gained strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials
- Stayed up-to-date on library policies and procedures to smoothly enforce standards
- Maintained circulation desk for lending periodicals and books to patrons
- Helped children select appropriate reading level library books
- Assisted librarian with conducting library orientation for new assistants.
Work Study Office Assistant- Financial Aid
Troy University
06.2015 - 12.2018
- Helped with administrative support by managing incoming calls, coordinating files and sorting mail
- Produced high-quality documents, spreadsheets and presentations for internal and customer-facing needs
- Interacted with customers by phone, email or in-person to provide information
- Interacted respectfully with others to offer ideas, identify issues and provide assistance
- Greeted incoming office visitors, answered questions and directed individuals to office locations
- Fielded phone calls, took messages and directed callers to appropriate personnel.
Education
Master of Science - English Education
Troy University
Troy, AL05.2022
Bachelor of Science - English
Troy University
Troy, AL12.2018
Skills
- Online or Virtual Instruction
- Time Management
- AP and College Prep
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Creative and Expository Writing
- Online Teaching
- Knowledge of academic policies
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Student Development
- Excellent oral and written communication
Timeline
Academic Advisor
Auburn University at Montgomery
02.2024 - Current
9th Grade English Teacher
Butler County Board of Education
08.2023 - 10.2023
AP English Teacher
Troy City Schools
07.2019 - 08.2023
Library Assistant
Troy City Schools
02.2019 - 07.2019
Work Study Office Assistant- Financial Aid
Troy University
06.2015 - 12.2018
Master of Science - English Education
Troy University
Bachelor of Science - English
Troy University