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Linda Shebby-Tracy

West Chester,PA

Summary

[Analytical Chemist}adept at testing Inorganic and Microbiological samples with systematic and organized approach. Knowledgeable with multiple tests, documentation requirements and compliance reporting. Multitasker and planner with strong attention to detail and more than 35years of related experience.

[Adjunct Chemistry professor]offering 3 years of Chemistry lab teaching experience delivering chemistry instruction in college laboratory settings. Motivated to deliver essential principles of chemistry by teaching reasoning, scientific method and applied science through hands-on lab demonstrations. Encourages students with constructive feedback and positive reinforcement, resulting in higher academic scores. High-performing an bringing wealth of experience in teaching chemistry principles. Skilled in laboratory techniques and safety procedures to facilitate hands-on learning opportunities. Proficient in different teaching methods with adaptability to diverse learning needs. Dedicated with strong commitment to student success.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Pharmacy Technician

Rite-Aid Pharmacy
12.2021 - Current
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
  • Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Managed to multitask during 2021 COVID outbreak

Adjunct Chemistry Professor

Immaculata Uiversity
08.2021 - Current
  • Communicated frequently students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Incorporated laboratories that correlate to Chemistry class to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Evaluated and revised laboratory manuals and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Instructed students in lab by teaching safety protocols for proper use of chemicals and safe disposal of hazardous materials.
  • Maintained records of student progress and lab completions, using MOODLE
  • Maintained current knowledge of chemistry and effective teaching methodologies.
  • Conferred with academic area Chemistry Department Head on questions or issues involving course curricula, instructional strategies and college policies and procedures.
  • Manages 5 laboratories with 81 laboratory students Fall 2023

Chemist II

Aqua America Inc.
07.2001 - 08.2021
  • Performed routine analysis of water and wastewater samples using Standard Methods and EPA approved methods
  • Responsibilities included following methods: Alkalinity/pH MANTECH PC-TITRATE, Total Hardness MANTECH PC-TITRATE, Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen Lactate Flow Injection Analysis(FIA), Free Ammonia EPA
  • MANTECH TITRASIP SYSTEMS, Total and Ortho Phosphate, Total Phosphate(ascorbic acid), Chemical Oxygen Demand, UV-254, CBOD/BOD, Total Suspended Solids, Total Dissolved Solids, Total Solids, Nitrite EPA, Free Cyanide(ISE)
  • Managed wastewater data collection website
  • Sample log-in
  • Plant supply orders
  • Analyzed microbiology samples on weekend rotation using membrane filtration, Colilert, Heterotrophic plate count, R2A, Quanitray.

Lab Manager

Valley Forge Labs
06.2000 - 07.2001
  • Supervised concrete/materials testing laboratory
  • Responsible for reports related to pre-construction soils testing
  • Research on chemical corrosion of 3M and Dupont coated rebar
  • Structural failure core testing.

Chemist/Microbiologist

Chester County Health Department
04.1986 - 07.2001
  • Performed routine analysis of drinking water, food establishments, private wells and wastewater using approved EPA and Standard Methods using: Membrane filtration, Colilert, CBOD, Total Hardness ( Manual Titration), Alkalinity( Manual Titration), Chloride( Manual titration), COD, Fluoride(ISE probe), Cu, Fe Spec 20, Atomic Absorption ( Metals)
  • Mentored middle school students (LEEP) program.

Volleyball Coach

Synergy, Valley Forge Juniors, Quaker City Juniors
05.1994 - 05.2000
  • Coached traveling girl's volleyball team.
  • Created positive and encouraging environment to motivate athletes to give best efforts

Volleyball Coach

Bishop Shanahan High School
09.1995 - 12.1999
  • Coached and instructed girls's volleyball team.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Education

Immaculata University
Immaculata, PA

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

University of Scranton
Scranton, PA
05.1977

Skills

  • LIMS
  • EXCEL
  • AUTOMATED ANALYSIS SYSTEMS
  • Microbiological testing
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Problem-Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Troubleshooting
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Scientific Method Instruction
  • Laboratory Management
  • Laboratory Techniques
  • Data Entry Software(MOODLE)

Additional Education

Immaculata University, Immaculata, PA

Timeline

Pharmacy Technician

Rite-Aid Pharmacy
12.2021 - Current

Adjunct Chemistry Professor

Immaculata Uiversity
08.2021 - Current

Chemist II

Aqua America Inc.
07.2001 - 08.2021

Lab Manager

Valley Forge Labs
06.2000 - 07.2001

Volleyball Coach

Bishop Shanahan High School
09.1995 - 12.1999

Volleyball Coach

Synergy, Valley Forge Juniors, Quaker City Juniors
05.1994 - 05.2000

Chemist/Microbiologist

Chester County Health Department
04.1986 - 07.2001

Some College (No Degree) - Education

Immaculata University

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

University of Scranton
Linda Shebby-Tracy