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Letiita Simpson

Levelland,TX

Summary

Passionate and committed Assistant Professor bringing exceptional teaching skills and expertise in Anatomy & Physiology I. Driven to successfully contribute to curriculum development and delivery. Gifted in engagement and guidance of students with 29 years experience. Proven track record in improving student preparedness and engagement. Known for excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in the classroom. Dedicated to classroom and long-term student success. Goal-oriented to advance department, improve teaching and modernize courses.


Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Professor of A&P

South Plains College
09.2002 - Current
  • Presented biology concepts using lectures, lecture outlines/notes and review activities such as personally created photographic tutorials. Including creation and maintenance of extensive student materials on Blackboard. Facilitated learning with lecture Screencasts (audio lectures integrating lecture notes and lecture PowerPoints). Anatomy and Physiology I. Three course sections per semester, each of two sessions per week.
  • Led identification and study of tissue histology; major bone, muscle, and nervous anatomy. Facilitated learning with lab Screencasts (audio tutorials integrating lab handouts and photographic lab PowerPoints). Anatomy and Physiology I laboratory, integrated with lecture sessions.
  • Presented histology concepts using lectures, lecture notes and review activities as part of a 4-module, team-taught course for pre-health occupation majors. Special emphasis given to better preparing students for the rigors of Anatomy and Physiology courses. Biology 1308: General Biology.
  • Instructed students in note-taking and study skills, medical terminology, scientific math, cell biology, fundamentals of biochemistry, as well as selected Anatomy and Physiology subject matter, for the purpose of preparing for enrollment in Anatomy and Physiology courses. Including lab portions utilizing models, digital imaging, and computer-generated programs. Student Success in Biology. Two lectures, integrated with lab, per week.
  • Organized and led student participation in campus and community projects for Phi Theta Kappa, such as the Green Project, Halloween Carnival, Thanksgiving Food Drive, and Share the Warmth Coat Campaign. Including induction of new members each semester with the associated planning and implementation of induction ceremony. Designed presentation materials, unique t-shirts for students. Advised students in scholarship opportunities for both 2- and 4-year colleges. Created new webpage for campus chapter. Phi Theta Kappa Head Advisor, 2008-2016.
  • Contributed to departmental goals by serving on various committees focused on curriculum development, assessment strategies, and accreditation requirements.
  • Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of subject matter by attending conferences, workshops, and webinars relevant to the field of study.

Instructor of Biology

Weatherford College
05.1997 - 05.2002
  • Presented biology concepts using daily handouts, lectures, and review activities. Introductory Biology I and II. Two lectures per week.
  • Led experiments, dissections in Introductory Biology I and II laboratories. Four to five labs a week.
  • Instructed students in topics such as: histology, the integument, muscular and skeletal systems, the nervous system and special senses. Anatomy and Physiology I. One or two courses per semester, two lectures per week.
  • Led identification and study of major body tissues, facilitated learning with digital imaging, dissections. Anatomy and Physiology I laboratory. One or two labs, each meeting twice a week.

Visiting Instructor of Biology

McMurry University
09.1996 - 05.1997
  • Presented biology concepts to be exemplified, explained lab procedures, facilitated student’s performance of exercises, led discussions of results and significance. Introductory Biology I Laboratory. Three to five labs per week.
  • Led discussions, group activities and problem solving for nonmajors in a nontraditional introductory course. Introductory Biology I. Spring semester. Two lectures per week.
  • Instructed pre-health degree students in form and function of human anatomy using dissection, computer simulations and interactive CDs. Anatomy and Physiology II laboratory. Spring semester. One lab per week.

Education

Master of Science - Molecular Biology

Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX
05.1996

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX
09.1994

Skills

  • Faculty Collaboration
  • Curriculum Development
  • Academic Advising
  • Online Teaching
  • Mentoring students

Professional Development

  • Texas Academy of Science; San Angelo University, March 3-4, 2023
  • Teaching, Learning, and Professional Development Seminars; TTU, May 2023
  • Six Ways Students Learn Webinar; Hawkes Learning, March 2024
  • New Explanations: The AI Teaching Method Webinar; University of Southern California, April 2024
  • The Learning Disability Stigma Webinar; Herkimer College, April 2024
  • Increase Student Engagement: Integrating Emotional and Intelligence Techniques Webinar; Hawkes Learning, April 2024
  • HAPS Annual Conference; St. Louis, Missouri, May 25-29, 2024
  • Collaboration with the Texas Tech Institute of Anatomical Sciences and the TTHSCU SimLife Center in developing cadaver-based and simulation-based lab sessions for Anatomy & Physiology students. Participation: Summer 2023 (1 session), Fall 2023 (3 sessions), Spring 2024 (3 sessions).

Timeline

Assistant Professor of A&P

South Plains College
09.2002 - Current

Instructor of Biology

Weatherford College
05.1997 - 05.2002

Visiting Instructor of Biology

McMurry University
09.1996 - 05.1997

Master of Science - Molecular Biology

Texas Christian University

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Texas Christian University

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