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Lisa A. Byard

Summary

Multifaceted Lecturer with over 15 years of expertise in adapting presentations to reach students of diverse backgrounds. Expert in leveraging in-depth knowledge and experience in social sciences to provide relevant information and first-hand experiences. Known for great personable demeanor and strong work ethic.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Academic Dean - UC Berkeley

Summer Institute For The Gifted
02.2009 - 10.2009
  • Served as a liaison between students, faculty, other staff members, and other administrators
  • Enhanced faculty development by implementing comprehensive training programs and workshops.
  • Improved curriculum quality by conducting regular evaluation and updates in alignment with educational standards.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting diversity and inclusion initiatives within the summer program

Social Sciences Faculty

Notre Dame High School - Belmont
06.2005 - 10.2009
  • Served as a World History and U.S. History content area expert.
  • Provided rich learning tasks for intellectual engagement, assessed both formatively and summatively, and provided feedback to students for their academic achievement.
  • Responsible for educating and supporting students to help them reach learning targets.
  • Communicated with families in support of each student's learning.
  • Created and maintained a learning environment where positive relationships were built.
  • Advisor: National Honor Society
  • Advisory Leader for 20-25 students.

Adjunct Lecturer

Goucher College
08.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods, including multimedia presentations and hands-on activities.
  • Promoted critical thinking through thought-provoking classroom discussions and debate sessions.
  • Collaborated with fellow faculty members to develop interdisciplinary coursework for a more well-rounded educational experience.
  • Provided individualized attention and support by maintaining regular office hours and offering extra help sessions as needed.
  • Improved overall course organization by implementing clear syllabi, rubrics, and grading policies for transparent assessment processes.
  • Evaluated student performance through exams, papers, and participation to monitor progress and provide constructive feedback.

Adjunct Faculty

Nova Southeastern University
10.2018 - Current
  • Established positive relationships with students, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Advised and mentored students on academic progress, career goals, and personal development.
  • Developed comprehensive assessments to evaluate student understanding and measure progress effectively.
  • Contributed to the accreditation process by gathering relevant data and preparing required documentation.
  • Facilitated group projects that promoted teamwork, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking abilities among students.

Professor II

Palm Beach State College
08.2016 - Current
  • Enhanced student understanding by designing interactive and engaging lectures.
  • Increased course relevance by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lesson plans.
  • Improved student retention rates through proactive communication and support.
  • Promoted collaboration by developing group projects and fostering a positive learning environment.
  • Developed innovative teaching methods tailored to diverse learning styles, enhancing student comprehension and success rates.
  • Boosted overall department performance by mentoring junior faculty members and sharing best practices.

Certified Appreciative Advisor

FAU Office Of Appreciative Education
07.2016 - Current
  • Facilitate engaging, hands-on, active-learning professional development sessions for advisors.
  • Plan, guide and manage activities to further engage academic advisors in the six phases of Appreciative Advising: Disarm, Discover, Dream, Design, Deliver, and Don't Settle to help their students optimize their educational experiences.

Adjunct Faculty

NAVITAS
05.2017 - 05.2018
  • Advised and mentored international graduate students on academic progress, career goals, and personal development.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by creating interactive lectures and incorporating multimedia resources.
  • Established positive relationships with students, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment for international graduate students.
  • Developed comprehensive assessments to evaluate student understanding and measure progress effectively.

Graduate Liaison

Florida Atlantic University
08.2012 - 08.2016
  • Improved interdepartmental collaboration with regular team building activities and open forums for discussion.
  • Coordinated graduate student support service programs for Higher Education Leadership Master's degree students
  • Created and planned multiple events: student affairs graduate assistantship days, graduate assistant professional development, and the practice placement exchange
  • Coordinated graduate student assistantship placement within the division of student affairs

Social Sciences Faculty

Sterling Academy (Online Middle & High School)
05.2011 - 05.2013
  • Taught courses in American History, Psychology, Sociology, and World History.
  • Prepared lessons, units, and projects to complete learning objectives.
  • Graded various assessments for students and offered regular substantive feedback.
  • Met virtually with students for live class sessions each week.

Interim Director of Student Activities

Notre Dame High School - Belmont
Belmont, CA
01.2006 - 06.2006
  • Managed and supervised the operation of the Office of Student Activities
  • Established and assessed measurable student learning outcomes, program goals, and objectives.
  • Compiled and analyzed data related to student participation and program evaluations.
  • Provided support and direction to student groups, organizations, and advisors through leadership, organizational, and resource development.
  • Managed student activities budget.

Education

No Degree - American History

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
2025

Ph.D. - Educational Leadership

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL
12.2016

Master of Education - Higher Education Leadership

Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, IL
05.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Social Sciences

SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY
12.1995

Skills

  • Student Counseling
  • Online Teaching
  • Curriculum Development
  • Technology Integration (Canvas, Blackboard)

Affiliations

  • EFLA Cohort 8 and Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education (NASPA)

Timeline

Adjunct Lecturer

Goucher College
08.2023 - Current

Adjunct Faculty

Nova Southeastern University
10.2018 - Current

Adjunct Faculty

NAVITAS
05.2017 - 05.2018

Professor II

Palm Beach State College
08.2016 - Current

Certified Appreciative Advisor

FAU Office Of Appreciative Education
07.2016 - Current

Graduate Liaison

Florida Atlantic University
08.2012 - 08.2016

Social Sciences Faculty

Sterling Academy (Online Middle & High School)
05.2011 - 05.2013

Academic Dean - UC Berkeley

Summer Institute For The Gifted
02.2009 - 10.2009

Interim Director of Student Activities

Notre Dame High School - Belmont
01.2006 - 06.2006

Social Sciences Faculty

Notre Dame High School - Belmont
06.2005 - 10.2009

No Degree - American History

Southern New Hampshire University

Ph.D. - Educational Leadership

Florida Atlantic University

Master of Education - Higher Education Leadership

Loyola University Chicago

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Social Sciences

SUNY Stony Brook

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