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Laura Kobar

Queen Creek,AZ

Summary

Energetic faculty member with over 18 years of hands-on experience employing range of suitable strategies to foster student learning. Accomplished in revising and updating course materials, evaluating student performance and supervising research and field-based developmental activities. Dedicated to maximizing in-class time.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Adjunct Faculty Professor

Mesa Community College
08.2006 - Current
  • Used lectures, interactive- discussions and demonstrations to increase learning and classroom success.
  • Examined and graded assignments and assessments to report grades to appropriate personnel.
  • Engaged with a diverse group students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
  • Created and implemented course agendas, lesson plans and activities to successfully meet course objectives.
  • Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
  • Attended meetings and workshops to refine and enhance instructional skills.
  • Used technology to increase student engagement through online polls to assess understanding and to enhance process of students' learning.
  • Improved student understanding by efficiently managing teaching materials and answering students' discussion inquiries.
  • Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
  • Developed and implemented Exercise Science curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
  • Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
  • Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session both online and lecture in accord with stated course objectives.
  • Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.
  • Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.

Peer Reviewer

National Strength And Conditioning Association
05.2014 - 01.2021
  • Reviewed scientific literature prior to sending to editors for print in quarterly research based journals.
  • Assisted with writing of scientific literature within Exercise Science field for accuracy and provide feed back to writer prior to sending to editor.

Adjunct Faculty Instructor

Scottsdale Community College
08.2009 - 01.2021
  • Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
  • Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
  • Managed development of [Type] program for use in expansion of curriculum delivery options for entry-level students.
  • Contributed to new directions for information systems and technology program at doctorate level.
  • Used lectures, discussions and demonstrations to increase learning and classroom success.
  • Examined and graded assignments and assessments to report grades to appropriate personnel.
  • Created and implemented course agendas, lesson plans and activities to successfully meet course objectives.
  • Improved student understanding by efficiently managing teaching materials and answering students' discussion inquiries.
  • Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
  • Integrated current events and cultural themes into course materials to contextualize subject matter and facilitate lifelong learning.
  • Attended meetings and workshops to refine and enhance instructional skills.
  • Used technological equipment to enhance process of students' learning.
  • Defined and articulated goal learning outcomes, performance metrics, and changes to improve student learning.
  • Created unique, student-centered lesson plans and assignments for each class to promote maximum learning and knowledge retention.
  • Consistently communicated with students to acknowledge and reward positive strides and discuss areas of improvement.
  • Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
  • Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.
  • Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
  • Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.
  • Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
  • Created positive and safe learning environment for students by setting and enforcing classroom code of conduct.
  • Contributed to planning appropriate and engaging lessons for both classroom and distance learning applications.
  • Incorporated instructional technologies in course delivery for both in-class and online instruction.
  • Impartially evaluated papers, projects and homework assignments of students, delegating grading to teaching assistants when appropriate.

Faculty Instructor

Arizona State University
08.2014 - 05.2019
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs..
  • Facilitated and managed classrooms of 50 - 80 students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Communicated frequently with, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.

Education

Master's Counselor Education - Counseling

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05.2019

Master of Science - Exercise Endocrinology/Sport Psychology

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05.1999

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05.1996

Skills

  • Online Teaching
  • Academic Advisement
  • Online Class Discussion
  • Individualized Support
  • Faculty Communication
  • Curriculum Creation
  • Technology Integration
  • Lesson Development
  • Curriculum Planning
  • Classroom Oversight
  • Classroom Management
  • Expertise in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Wellness, Counseling, Sport Performance
  • Testing and Evaluation
  • Individualized Instruction
  • Syllabus Development

Certification

  • ACUE License - Certificate in Effective College Instruction
  • National Certified Counselor
  • Board Certified Health/Wellness Coach
  • CPR
  • Licensed Professional Counselor - AZ, HI, and FL

Timeline

Faculty Instructor

Arizona State University
08.2014 - 05.2019

Peer Reviewer

National Strength And Conditioning Association
05.2014 - 01.2021

Adjunct Faculty Instructor

Scottsdale Community College
08.2009 - 01.2021

Adjunct Faculty Professor

Mesa Community College
08.2006 - Current

Master's Counselor Education - Counseling

Arizona State University

Master of Science - Exercise Endocrinology/Sport Psychology

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

Arizona State University

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