Joseph Irvin

• Fostered a positive classroom atmosphere encouraging open communication between peers and instructor alike.
• Tracked student progress using appropriate assessments, adjusting instructional methods accordingly for optimal results.
• Participated in departmental curriculum development, program administration, and committee management.
• Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating primary source analysis in lessons and assignments.
• Advised students on academic progress, goals and achievement.
• Boosted student engagement through the incorporation of interactive activities, group projects, and hands-on experiences.
• Promoted cultural understanding and global awareness by integrating world history themes into curriculum.
• Chaired the Liberal Arts Department for eight years.
• Provided constructive feedback on student writing assignments, helping them develop strong analytical skills and clear communication techniques.
• Enhanced student understanding of historical events by incorporating primary sources and multimedia materials into lectures.
• Organized guest lectures from prominent historians, exposing students to diverse perspectives within the field.
• Maintained an active research agenda by investigating new developments within the historian''s area of specialization.
• Promoted a culture of critical thinking within the classroom by encouraging respectful debate amongst students about historical interpretations.
• Cultivated passion for history in students by integrating multimedia resources into traditional teaching methods.
• Integrated critical thinking exercises into curriculum, enabling students to analyze historical events from multiple perspectives.

Teaching experience similar to the above except did not serve as department chair.

• Managed both a speaker's bureau and resource center that provided speakers and audio-visual resources to interested people and organizations.
• Demonstrated strong writing and presentation skills to develop briefs, memorandums and analytical reports for clients.
• Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.

• Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
• Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
• Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
• Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
• Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
• Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
• Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.