John Foster
Clearwater,FL
Summary
Accomplished educator and lab manager at Saint Petersburg College, adept in online instruction and student mentoring. Leveraged automation to enhance lab efficiency and fostered academic excellence through dynamic curriculum development. Proven track record in improving student engagement and implementing project-based learning, significantly boosting learning outcomes. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Instructor
Saint Petersburg College
01.2022 - Current
- Managed classroom effectively to maintain a positive learning environment for all students.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assignments, and grades, ensuring timely communication with stakeholders regarding academic progress.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best teaching practices and industry trends.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
Lab Manager
Saint Petersburg College
10.2021 - Current
- Improved lab efficiency by implementing automated processes and equipment upgrades.
- Established and maintained quality control standards, contributing to accurate test results and reliable data collection.
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
- Streamlined workflow by designing efficient standard operating procedures for all laboratory tasks.
- Managed inventory control for chemicals and supplies, ensuring timely restocking and proper disposal of hazardous materials.
- Coordinated departmental budgets and resource allocation, optimizing lab operations while minimizing expenditures.
Graduate Assistant
University of South Florida
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Managed administrative tasks such as grading, scheduling, and record-keeping to ensure smooth operations within academic departments.
- Served as a liaison between faculty members and students for addressing concerns or issues related to coursework or academic policies.
- Facilitated student success by identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback on assignments and exams.
- Developed and managed organized, orderly student databases and tracking systems.
Education
Master of Science - Conservation Biology
University of South Florida
St. Petersburg, FL05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of South Florida
St. Petersburg, FL05.2016
Skills
- Student Mentoring
- Online Teaching
- Academic advising
- Student Engagement
- Project-based learning
- Syllabus Development
- Course Planning
- Curriculum Creation
- Work-Life Balance
- Lesson Plan Development
- Academic advisement
- Curriculum Planning
Timeline
Adjunct Instructor
Saint Petersburg College
01.2022 - Current
Lab Manager
Saint Petersburg College
10.2021 - Current
Graduate Assistant
University of South Florida
08.2017 - 05.2021
Master of Science - Conservation Biology
University of South Florida
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of South Florida
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