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Katrina Sinclair

Williamsport,PA

Summary

Articulate Assistant Professor with 15+ years teaching history in higher education settings. Passionate about motivating and encouraging students. Skilled at facilitating meaningful group discussions and debates.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Professor of Humanities

Pennsylvania College Of Technology
08.2016 - Current
  • Developed custom course syllabus outlining standards, materials, grading and progression for students.
  • Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
  • Attended faculty meetings and participated in student outcome assessments with departmental members.
  • Constructed quizzes, exams and homework assignments to test student aptitude.
  • Built strong student rapport by driving classroom and online discussion and providing academic advisement.
  • Engaged students in lectures by encouraging sharing of opinions and group interactions.
  • Planned class material to engage students in both online and in-person class environments.
  • Delivered highly complex material in easy-to-understand terminology to reach largest number of students.
  • Prepared innovative course materials to encourage critical thinking and discussion.
  • Maintained student engagement through creative subject delivery and learning activities.

Assistant Coach

Lock Haven University
09.2015 - 05.2016
  • Facilitated discussions on race strategy, mental preparedness, visualization and performance.
  • Cultivated positive and productive relationships with parents of student athletes.
  • Kept players in good academic standing by providing support and guidance.

Adjunct Instructor/Teaching Assistant

University At Buffalo
09.2003 - 05.2010

Building Substitute

Montgomery Junior Senior High School
01.2024 - Current

Classroom assistance in grades 7 and 8 helping to improve student comprehension for a variety of learning styles.

  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
  • Assisted struggling students through one-on-one sessions, leading to increased academic success.

Daily substitute in grades 7 through 12

Swim Lesson Coordinator

Williamsport YMCA
01.2020 - Current
  • Enhanced swim lesson quality by implementing new teaching techniques and strategies.
  • Streamlined class scheduling for optimal student placement and instructor availability.
  • Coordinated with other instructors to develop engaging lesson plans tailored to individual skill levels and abilities.
  • Monitored progress of students, providing personalized feedback for improvement and skill development.

Assistant Lake Director

Eagles Mere Association
06.2021 - Current
  • Assisted and aided in continuing lifeguard training and preparedness.
  • Maintaining positive relationships with members while ensuring safety of facilities and swim areas.

Education

Ph.D. - History

University At Buffalo
Amherst, NY
05.2012

Master of Arts - History

University At Buffalo
Amherst, NY
05.2005

Bachelor of Arts - History

University At Buffalo
Amherst, NY
05.2003

Skills

    - Evaluations and assessments

    - Distance learning tools

    - Classroom Lectures

    - Public Speaking

    - Curriculum Development

    - Student Engagement

    - Mentoring

    - Academic Advisement

    - Classroom management

    - Dual Enrollment Liaison

Accomplishments

- 2008/2009 Schlesinger Library Dissertation Grant

- Phi Beta Kappa

- Phi Alpha History Honor Society

- Chi Alpha Sigma Honor Society

- Milton Plesur Research Foundation Grant (2007/2008 Academic Year)

- University at Buffalo, Department of History, Excellence in Teaching Award (Fall, 2007)

- College of Arts and Sciences Fellowship (Fall, 2004-Spring 2008)

- Milton Plesur Scholarship (May 2002)

Academic Presentations

Penn College Summer Institute for Professional Development (May 17th, 2017) "Teaching the Millennial's"

Penn College Professional Development Series (December 15, 2015) "White Privilege: How Does it Connect to the Classroom" PSD Co-facilitated with Sara Ousby

Dan J. Doyle Technology & Society Colloquia Series, Pennsylvania College of Technology, (October 6th, 2015) "From the Nazi's to ISIS: A Historical Analysis of Technology and Propaganda"

Sequels to the 1960's: Schlesinger Library Summer Seminar on Gender History, Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe, (June 23-27th, 2008) "God Bless You, Title 9: Women's Advocacy Groups, Title IX, and Change in the 1970's."

The Milton  Plesur Conference, University at Buffalo, (March 5th, 2005) "Title IX: Gender Equity, Fiscal Crisis and the Battle for Equal Playing Fields."


Timeline

Building Substitute

Montgomery Junior Senior High School
01.2024 - Current

Assistant Lake Director

Eagles Mere Association
06.2021 - Current

Swim Lesson Coordinator

Williamsport YMCA
01.2020 - Current

Assistant Professor of Humanities

Pennsylvania College Of Technology
08.2016 - Current

Assistant Coach

Lock Haven University
09.2015 - 05.2016

Adjunct Instructor/Teaching Assistant

University At Buffalo
09.2003 - 05.2010

Ph.D. - History

University At Buffalo

Master of Arts - History

University At Buffalo

Bachelor of Arts - History

University At Buffalo
Katrina Sinclair