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
Mesa, AZ
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
Colorado Springs, CO
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
Scottsdale, AZ
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
Tempe, AZ
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, AZ05.2019
Master of Science - Exercise Endocrinology/Sport Psychology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.1999
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.1996
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