Jerry C. Stephens
P O BOX 2927 13 : Davie, FL33329,FL
Summary
Dynamic adjunct professor with a proven track record at Miamidade College, specializing in innovative teaching and curriculum creation. Expert in online teaching and classroom management, I fostered a collaborative learning environment that significantly enhanced student engagement and academic success. Committed to mentoring students in achieving their personal and professional goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Professor
Miamidade College
01.2016 - Current
- Taught philosophy courses, instructing up to thousands of undergraduate students.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional, and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Used exams, quizzes and assignments to assess student comprehension.
- Improved overall course quality through the implementation of regular evaluations, incorporating student feedback into future improvements.
- Facilitated connections between students and professionals in field, organizing guest lectures and networking events that enriched educational experience.
Adjunct Professor
Broward College, South Campus
02.2018 - 08.2018
- Taught philosophy courses, providing instruction to hundreds of undergraduate students.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans and syllabi.
- Used exams, quizzes and assignments to assess student comprehension.
- Managed student performance using automated reporting system, leveraging data to identify student learning needs and create action plans to overcome learning deficiencies.
- Increased student retention by providing individualized support and tailored feedback on assignments.
- Optimized assessment processes by designing rubrics that clearly communicated expectations for various assignments.
- Coordinated with other faculty members to align course objectives across curriculum, ensuring cohesive and comprehensive educational journey for students.
- Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
- Created excitement and enthusiasm in classroom by delivering engaging subject matter.
- Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
Adjunct Professor
Broward College - A. Hugh Adams Central Campus
02.2007 - 08.2017
- Taught philosophy courses, providing instruction to up to thousands of undergraduate students.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Empowered students to take ownership of their education by facilitating opportunities for independent research projects within specific areas of interest.
- Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans and syllabi.
- Managed student performance using automated reporting system, leveraging data to identify student learning needs and create action plans to overcome learning deficiencies.
- Optimized assessment processes by designing rubrics that clearly communicated expectations for various assignments.
- Facilitated connections between students and professionals in field, organizing guest lectures and networking events that enriched educational experience.
- Adapted course materials to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in notably higher student satisfaction rates.
- Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
Doctoral Student Teaching Assistant
Nova Southeastern University Department of Conflic
08.2009 - 06.2014
- Implemented assessment techniques to track student progress and identify areas needing improvement.
- Partnered with parents and guardians on a regular basis, updating them on student performance and addressing any concerns or questions they had about the educational process.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing visual aids and real-life examples in lesson plans.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to develop effective strategies for managing large classrooms and maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Boosted classroom engagement through interactive teaching methods and group work activities.
- Served as a mentor for new teaching assistants, sharing knowledge and experience while offering guidance on how to navigate the role effectively.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Nevada, Reno
Reno, NV02-2001
Skills
- Online teaching
- Curriculum creation
- Innovative teaching
- Classroom management
Timeline
Adjunct Professor
Broward College, South Campus
02.2018 - 08.2018
Adjunct Professor
Miamidade College
01.2016 - Current
Doctoral Student Teaching Assistant
Nova Southeastern University Department of Conflic
08.2009 - 06.2014
Adjunct Professor
Broward College - A. Hugh Adams Central Campus
02.2007 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Nevada, Reno
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