Jordan Lafayette
Pelham,AL
Summary
Experienced with helping students develop their writing skills through targeted tutoring. Utilizes personalized instructional techniques to address individual learning needs and foster improvement. Knowledge of various writing styles and formats, ensuring comprehensive support for diverse writing projects.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Writing Tutor
Center of Academic Excellence
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Motivated students towards learning and studying tips to build self-confidence and further writing skills.
- Provided constructive criticism while maintaining a supportive environment to aid in student's writing abilities.
- Equiped students with essential tools to help build upon writing skills they already possessed.
- Contributed to the success of peer tutoring programs by serving as an approachable mentor who fostered collaboration, growth, and achievement among fellow tutors.
- Collaborated with fellow tutors to share resources, strategies, and best practices for effective tutoring sessions.
Sales Associate
Kohl's
11.2020 - 08.2024
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
Education
Master of Arts - English Literature
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL12-2023
Skills
- Proofreading expertise
- Clear communication
- Brainstorming techniques
- Time management
- Content organization
- Outlining methods
- Revision strategies
- Online tutoring
Accomplishments
- Developed and implemented writing workshops for English Composition students at the Marx Library.
- Tutored up to 12 students per month.
Timeline
Writing Tutor
Center of Academic Excellence
08.2025 - 05.2026
Sales Associate
Kohl's
11.2020 - 08.2024
Master of Arts - English Literature
University of South Alabama
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of South Alabama