KRISTINE REYES
Parker,CO
Summary
Experienced professional educator with exceptional communication and instructional skills. Adaptable adjunct faculty excelling in various classroom environments and subjects. Proficient in implementing innovative teaching methods while adhering to school policies. Skilled at adjusting teaching approaches based on student requirements and subject matter, with a diverse background in corporate roles spanning new home construction, financial services, research, copywriting, editing, and coaching.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Communication Faculty
University Of Denver
09.2006 - Current
- Extensive in-person, hybrid and online classes taught including undergraduate and graduate communication, leadership and research courses: CA 3150 Effective Presentations (hybrid), COMN 1550 Communication in the Workplace (FTF and online), COMN 3020 Conflict Management: (FTF and online), COMN 3142 Dialogue, Culture and Conflict (FTF and hybrid), COMN 3700 Topics in Communication: Conflict Management (FTF), COMN 3850 Ethics in Communication (FTF and online), COMN 4110 Theories in Interpersonal Communication (FTF), CREX 1216 Technical Discourse: (FTF), FSEM 1510 The Power of Public Speaking (FTF), LDRS 2518 Self as Leader (FTF), LOS 3250 Leadership In Organizations (online), LDRS 3510 Power and Dominant Ideologies (FTF and online), LDRS 3700 Women Enacting Leadership Capstone (FTF), GS 4905 Graduate Social Research Methods (online, FTF), EPM 4910 Research Practices and Application (online FTF), Recent Masters Level Research classes for UCOL 2020- current, GS 4905 Graduate Social Research Methods (online, FTF), EPM 4910 Research Practices and Application (online, FTF)
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Course Development and Build Completed for UCOL 2022 RES-4910 Graduate Research Practice and Application. Boosted course effectiveness by collaborating with colleagues to revise curricula and assessment methods.
- Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and case studies.
Adjunct Communication Faculty
Colorado Community College System
06.2007 - Current
- Extensive in-person and online undergraduate communication classes taught including: COM 1150 Public Speaking (FTF, hybrid and online), COM 1250 Interpersonal Communication (FTF and online), COM 2220 Group Communication (online), COM 2300 Intercultural Communication (FTF and online)
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Course Development and Build Completion for ACC COMM 2220 Group Communication 2019
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) for CCD and ACC Course development and Build Completion COMM 2150 Gender Communication 2018
- Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through open communication and constructive feedback.
- Conducted assessments and provided individualized feedback to help students improve their performance.
Affiliate (Adjunct) Communication Faculty
Metropolitan State University of Denver
08.2008 - Current
- Extensive in-person and online undergraduate communication classes taught including: CAS 2301 Communication Theory (FTF), CAS/GWS 2770 Gender and Communication (online), CAS 3100 Business and Professional Speaking (FTF), CAS 3740 Speech and Thought (FTF and online), COMM 2200 Intro to Interpersonal Communication (online), COMM 1100 Fundamentals of Oral Communication (online), COMM 1010 Presentational Speaking (online), Recent classes for MSUD 2020-current, COMM 2200 Intro to Interpersonal Communication (online), COMM 1100 Fundamentals of Oral Communication (online), COMM 3210 Family Communication (online)
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Course Development and Build Completion for COMM 2200 Intro to Interpersonal Communication 2021.
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Course Development and Build Completion COMM 2200 Self-Paced Online Intro to Interpersonal Communication 2021.
- Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
- Conducted assessments and provided individualized feedback to help students improve their performance.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through open communication and constructive feedback.
Adjunct Communication Faculty
Platte College of Nursing
01.2012 - 03.2024
- In-person and online communication classes taught for nursing students earning their BSN including: COM 210 Public Speaking (Online and FTF), COM 125 Interpersonal Communication (Online and FTF)
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and case studies in lectures.
- Boosted course effectiveness by collaborating with colleagues to revise curricula and assessment methods.
- Delivered engaging lectures on various subjects, ensuring maximum retention of information among students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through open communication and constructive feedback.
Adjunct Communication Faculty
Regis University
08.2015 - Current
- Extensive online classes taught including undergraduate and graduate communication, leadership and research courses: COM 211 Tech-Based Public Speaking, COM 310 Interpersonal Communication, COM 382 Communication and Inquiry, COM 406 Communication in a Tech Environment, MAPC 601 Graduate Research and Writing, MAPC 603 Graduate Transformation, MALC 622 Emotions in Communication and Conflict, MALC 659 Innovation and Entrepreneurship, MALC 670 Follower-Centered Leadership, MALC 622 Emotions in Communication and Conflict, COM 406 Communication in a Tech Environment, COM 467 Communication Through Social Media.
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) during Course Development and Build for Regis 2023 MALC 626 Gender in Communication.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through open communication and constructive feedback.
- Conducted assessments and provided individualized feedback to help students improve their performance.
Education
Ph.D. - Communication Studies
University of Denver
Denver, CO06.2014
Master of Professional Studies - Applied Communication
University of Denver
Denver, CO08.2005
Bachelor of Arts Magna Cum Laude - Communication
University of Denver
Denver, CO08.2003
Skills
- Research and Analysis
- Discussion Facilitation
- Individualized Writing Instruction
- Online and In-Person Instruction
- Teaching Effectiveness
- Subject Matter Expertise
- Project-Based Learning
- Microsoft office
- Analytical and critical thinking
Certification
- Certified White Paper Specialist, American Writers and Artists Institute (AWAI), 2023
- Certificate in Effective College Instruction, The Association of College and University Educators and the American Council on Education (ACUE/ACE), 2023
- Certificate in Peer Reviewer Course (PRC), Quality Matters (QM), 2019
- Certificate in Connecting Learning Objectives and Assessments (CLOA), Quality Matters (QM), 2018
- Certificate in Applying the QM Rubric (APPQMR) Sixth Edition, Quality Matters (QM), 2018
Affiliations
- National Communication Association (NCA)
- American Writers and Artists Institute (AWAI)
- B2B Writers International
- American Association of University Professors
Professional Presentations
- Faculty Presentation, Partner with Auraria Library, MSU Denver, Denver, CO, 2016
- Guest Lecturer, Gerunds and category construction for grounded theory, University of Denver, Denver, CO, 2014
- Guest Lecturer, Employing metaphors to frame Charmaz grounded theory, University of Denver, Denver, CO, 2012
- Performer, co-author, The Power of Performance, Western States Communication Association Conference, Broomfield, CO, 2008
- Performer, co-author, The Power of Performance, University of Denver, Denver, CO, 2008
- Guest Lecturer, If Pets Are Family, University of Denver, Denver, CO, 2006
- Paper Presentation, When Your Pet Dies: Acknowledging Love, Managing Grief, Dumb Friends League, Denver, CO, 2006
- Guest Lecturer, Human Communication Strategies for Therapy Dog Handlers, Therapy Dogs, Inc., Aurora, CO, 2006
- Guest Lecturer, Pets as Family Members, University of Denver, Denver, CO, 2006
- Panel Member, Non-Traditional Students: Educational Choices—Career Opportunities, 20th Annual Convention of the Rocky Mountain Communication Association, Greeley, CO, 2006
- Panel Member, Transitioning Educational Experience into Career Opportunities, 2005 Career Conference for the Women's College at the University of Denver, Denver, CO, 2005
- Guest Lecturer, Writing to Improve Interpersonal Communication, University of Denver, Denver, CO, 2005
- Guest Lecturer, Making it Pay: Higher Education and Career Application, University of Denver, Denver, CO, 2004
Honors And Awards
- Faculty Spirit Award, The Women's College of The University of Denver, 2012
- Excellence in Teaching Award for Affiliate Faculty, Metropolitan State College of Denver, 2010
- Master Scholar award, University of Denver Alumni Association, 2010
- Martha Lahaie Scholarship, University of Denver, 2010-2011
- New Scholar Workshop, International Association of Relationship Research convention, 2009
- Martha Lahaie Scholarship, University of Denver, 2007-2008
- Magna Cum Laude; B.A. Communication, University of Denver, 2003
- Who's Who In American Colleges and Universities, 2002
- Hornbeck Scholar, University of Denver, 2001-2003
- Deans List, University of Denver, 2001-2003
Professional Development
- ACC Certificate of Completion Equity-Minded Teaching Academy 2024
- ACC Certificate of Completion Assessing Student Learning
- ACC Certificate of Completion Online Certification Course EDU 263
- ACC Certificate of Completion Learning Consortium: Support New Learners
- ACC Online Course Build/Design and Instruct COM 217 Group Communication
- ACC/CCD Course Build/Design and Instruct COM 215 Gender Communication
- ACUE Certificate of Completion Effective Teaching Practices Microcredentials: Designing Learner-Centered and Equitable courses
- CCA Certificate of Completion D2L Training
- Colorado Community College System (CCCS)
- CCCS Certificate of Completion Title IX for Higher Education: Recognizing Misconduct 2025
- CCCS Certificate of Completion KnowBe4 Security Awareness Training 2025
- CCCS Certificate of Completion Continuing Digital Accessibility 2025
- CCD Certificate of Completion Advanced Online
- DU Certificate of Completion Mental Health USA 2024
- DU Certificate of Completion Canvas Teaching Online Workshop
- DU Certificate of Completion Blackboard Teaching Online Workshop
- DU University College Teaching Excellence Program TEP (UCOL TEP)
- DU UCOL TEP Certificate of Completion Creating an Accessible Learning Experience - Course Design and Delivery considerations 2021
- DU UCOL TEP Certificate of Completion Using Turnitin Tool to Educate Students on Proper Citation Practices 2021
- DU UCOL TEP Certificate of Completion Seven Ways of Learning: Matching Your Goals with the Most Effective Teaching Methods 2021
- DU UCOL TEP Certificate of Completion Back to the Basics: Turabian Style and University College Formatting Requirements 2021
- DU UCOL TEP Certificate of Completion Grading and Feedback: Strategies to Give Effective Student Feedback in Less Time 2021
- DU UCOL TEP Certificate of Completion Meeting Students Where They are and Supporting the Development of Writing Skills 2021
- DU UCOL TEP Certificate of Completion Meeting and Exceeding Adult Learning Expectations 2021
- DU UCOL TEP Certificate of Completion Creating Engaging Videos - Hotspots, Quizzes and More 2021
- DU UCOL TEP Certificate of Completion Constructive Grading Practices to Support Student Learning 2021
- DU UCOL TEP Certificate of Completion Designing, Facilitating and Assessing Collaborative Assignments 2021
- DU UCOL TEP Certificate of Completion Thinking Outside the Box: Using Edtech Tools to Promote Digital Literacy 2022
- DU UCOL TEP Certificate of Completion Certificate of Completion Turabian and UCOL Formatting 101 2022
- DU UCOL TEP Measuring Self Assessment and Reflection in Measuring Student Understanding 2022
- MSU Denver Certificate of Completion WebCT Training
- MSU Course Build/Design and Instruct three versions of COMM 2200 Intro to Interpersonal Communication: online and SPO Self-Paced Online
- MSU Certificate of Completion Blackboard Training
- MSU Denver Certificate of Completion Mandatory Digital Accessibility Training 2025
- Regis University Certificate of Completion Security Awareness Training 2023
Peer Review Publications
- Suter, E., Reyes, K., Ballard, R., Adoptive parents' framing of laypersons' conceptions of family, Qualitative Research Reports in Communication, 17, 43-50, 2011
- Suter, E., Reyes, K., Ballard, R., Parental management of adoptive identities during challenging encounters: Adoptive parents as ‘protectors' and ‘educators', Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, 28, 242-261, 2011
Timeline
Adjunct Communication Faculty
Regis University
08.2015 - Current
Adjunct Communication Faculty
Platte College of Nursing
01.2012 - 03.2024
Affiliate (Adjunct) Communication Faculty
Metropolitan State University of Denver
08.2008 - Current
Adjunct Communication Faculty
Colorado Community College System
06.2007 - Current
Adjunct Communication Faculty
University Of Denver
09.2006 - Current
Ph.D. - Communication Studies
University of Denver
Master of Professional Studies - Applied Communication
University of Denver
Bachelor of Arts Magna Cum Laude - Communication
University of Denver
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