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Kathleen Querner

Springboro

Summary

Passionate about creating a better environment for flora, fauna and humans. Experienced educator with strong background in academic research, curriculum development, and student mentorship. Focus on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to meet changing academic environments. Skilled in classroom instruction, scholarly writing, and fostering positive learning atmosphere.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Professor, Biology

Sinclair College
Dayton, Ohio
01.2003 - Current
  • Developed and implemented innovative curriculum enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with industry partners to create internship opportunities for students, bridging academic theory with practical application.
  • Designed assessments evaluating student performance, ensuring alignment with course objectives and learning goals.
  • Enhanced student understanding by designing interactive and engaging lectures.
  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
  • Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
  • Increased course relevance by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lesson plans.
  • Established and maintained inclusive, collegial and collaborative culture within classroom.

Associate Executive Director Coffman YMCA

Greater Dayton YMCA
Springboro, OH
11.1999 - 12.2022

Served as Wellness Director prior to serving as Associate Executive Director

  • Directed operational budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and resource allocation.
  • Implemented innovative wellness programs, increasing member participation and satisfaction rates.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Mentored staff members to enhance professional development, contributing to a positive work environment and improved performance outcomes.
  • Responded to change, made decisions in stressful situations and prioritized tasks and projects.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, providing constructive feedback aimed at improving individual competencies as well as overall team productivity.
  • Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.

Program Director

Middletown YMCA
Middletown, OH
1986 - 1998
  • Developed and implemented community engagement programs to enhance member participation.
  • Managed staff schedules and training sessions to ensure program quality and consistency.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
  • Recruited and trained staff and volunteers
  • Promoted an inclusive environment by actively engaging diverse populations in all aspects of programming.
  • Developed and managed program budget, optimizing resource allocation to meet strategic objectives.

Education

Master of Arts - Exercise Science With A Minor in Athletic Training

Miami University
Oxford, Ohio

Master of Arts - Teaching Biology

Miami University, Project Dragonfly
Oxford, Ohio
05-2026

Bachelor of Science - Botany

Miami University
Oxford, Ohio

Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Student mentoring
  • Course planning
  • Curriculum creation
  • Research and analysis
  • Creative questioning
  • Curriculum development
  • Student-centered learning
  • Peer collaboration

Timeline

Professor, Biology

Sinclair College
01.2003 - Current

Associate Executive Director Coffman YMCA

Greater Dayton YMCA
11.1999 - 12.2022

Program Director

Middletown YMCA
1986 - 1998

Master of Arts - Exercise Science With A Minor in Athletic Training

Miami University

Master of Arts - Teaching Biology

Miami University, Project Dragonfly

Bachelor of Science - Botany

Miami University