Lori Bongiorno
Greenville,SC
Summary
Focused and attentive English Professor experienced in cultivating welcoming and engaging learning environments. Assesses student strengths and challenges to plan lessons for all skill levels. Leverages technology and innovative instructional resources to foster student comprehension and academic progress.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
English Professor
Greenville Technical College
01.2017 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by implementing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources in lessons.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop curriculum, leading to higher quality course offerings and improved student satisfaction.
- Promoted critical thinking among students.
- Contributed to departmental meetings and initiatives, fostering a collegial atmosphere and promoting shared goals among faculty members.
- Served on academic committees focused on enhancing departmental policies, reinforcing standards for tenure review processes.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for individual improvement.
Honors Program Assistant Program Director
Greenville Technical College
06.2020 - 04.2023
- Advised program students on degree requirements.
- Tracked student completion of cultural engagement and community service hours.
- Ensured all students took required number of honors program courses
- Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Increased participant satisfaction by regularly evaluating feedback and making necessary adjustments.
Adjunct Professor of English
Greenville Technical College
09.2015 - 01.2016
- Collaborated with department faculty to revise and update course materials, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Delivered clear, concise, and informative lectures on a range of English literature topics, fostering an enriching learning environment.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through the implementation of diverse discussion-based activities in the classroom.
English Teacher
Walker Charter Academy
09.2000 - 06.2003
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum, resulting in enriched learning experiences for students.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Developed and implemented the first Health Education curriculum for the National Heritage Academies charter school systems
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MIBachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MISkills
- Language Instruction
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Online Teaching
- Literary Analysis
- Academic Writing
- Curriculum Development
- Multicultural Education
- Instructional Design
Timeline
Honors Program Assistant Program Director
Greenville Technical College
06.2020 - 04.2023
English Professor
Greenville Technical College
01.2017 - Current
Adjunct Professor of English
Greenville Technical College
09.2015 - 01.2016
English Teacher
Walker Charter Academy
09.2000 - 06.2003
Master of Arts - Education
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Grand Valley State University