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Josephine Evans

Customer Service Representative/Adjunct Professor
Cleveland,OH

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Adjunct Professor

Cuyahoga Community College
08.2016 - Current
  • Taught GEN 1070 First Year Experience courses, providing instruction to up to 20 undergraduate students.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
  • Optimized assessment processes by designing rubrics that clearly communicated expectations for various assignments.
  • Increased student retention by providing individualized support and tailored feedback on assignments.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with colleagues, participating in interdisciplinary initiatives aimed at enhancing the academic experience for students.
  • Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
  • Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
  • Improved overall course quality through the implementation of regular evaluations, incorporating student feedback into future improvements.
  • Led workshops for faculty on inclusive teaching practices, promoting more welcoming and supportive learning environment for all students.
  • Engaged in continuous professional development to stay abreast of pedagogical innovations, applying new teaching strategies that enhanced classroom dynamics.
  • Enhanced academic integrity within courses by implementing rigorous assessment methods that fairly evaluated student knowledge and discouraged dishonest practices.
  • Participated in various campus memberships at each assigned school to promote academics and faculty development.
  • Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.


Customer Service Representative

Cuyahoga Community College -College Information
07.2009 - Current

Exercised strong decision-making skills during high-stress emergency scenarios while adhering to company policies and procedures.

  • Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, ensuring proper follow-up and resolution of issues.
  • Streamlined communication between bridge team members, fostering a collaborative working environment for successful navigation.
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
  • Developed rapport with customers through active listening skills, leading to higher retention rates and positive feedback from clients.
  • Assisted customers in navigating company website .
  • Participated in training programs to enhance product knowledge and customer service skills.
  • Fostered positive customer service culture within team which led to higher customer satisfaction rates.
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
  • Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH
08.2012 - 12.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration

Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH
06.2009

Skills

  • Strong Communications Skills
  • Experience in Banner Microsoft Office Suite, Modern Campus (Signal Vine) and Black Board and Bright Space
  • Guide and support students from diverse background and different academic goals
  • Active Listening
  • Problem-Solving Ability
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Customer Service
  • Call Center Operations
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Prioritization

Accomplishments

  • Served on 2024 Staff Support Conference Committee
  • Participated on the 2024 NACADA Advising Committee
  • Completed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Certificate Program 2023
  • Professional Excellence Award recipient 2022
  • Participated in the Mandel Leadeship Academy

Summary

Proactive Customer Service Representative and Adjunct Faculty Instructor with extensive experience in enhancing customer satisfaction and fostering student engagement. Expertise in managing high-stress situations, developing best practices, and incorporating real-world examples into lessons. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Banner, Microsoft Office Suite, Modern Campus, and Blackboard.

Timeline

Adjunct Professor

Cuyahoga Community College
08.2016 - Current

Master of Arts - Education

Cleveland State University
08.2012 - 12.2015

Customer Service Representative

Cuyahoga Community College -College Information
07.2009 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration

Cleveland State University

Work Availability

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morning
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Affiliations

  • College Now Mentoring Program
  • Mandel Scholars Cuyahoga Community College
  • Olivet Institutional Baptist Church Hands of Praise Ministry Deaf Ministry

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Quote

The supernatural is the natural not yet explained.
Elbert Hubbard

Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Banner

Blackboard

BrightSpace

Languages

English
Full Professional

Interests

American Sign Language

Josephine EvansCustomer Service Representative/Adjunct Professor