Mallory Buckler
Valdosta,GA
Summary
Experienced Adult Education Instructor with 3+ years focused on student success and growth. Proven track record on advising effective strategies and closely monitoring student progress in a university setting. Dedicated to enhancing student capabilities and self-esteem through personalized, hands-on instruction. Known for detailed and positive communication, strong planning abilities, and a willingness to go the extra mile to help students achieve their personal, professional, academic, and career-centered goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Adult Education Instructor
Wiregrass Technical College
06.2022 - Current
- Guided new students through orientation sessions to ensure they were placed in the appropriate classes matching their skill level.
- Conducted daily morning and afternoon classes, in addition to monitoring an online course.
- Analyzed pre-test scores and individual goals to create personalized student learning plans.
- Designed and implemented specific curriculum to address the diverse needs of students across various test subjects, while tailoring classes daily to meet individual student needs.
- Established strong rapport with learners through empathetic listening, active encouragement, and genuine interest in their personal goals.
- Managed communication through calls and emails with students, parents, staff members, community programs, and other departments.
- Advised students in maximizing their GED attainment by guiding them on how to effectively use available tools, community resources, scholarships and support.
- Facilitated student connection to transitional services for the purpose of achieving individualized post-GED aspirations.
- Organized and maintained accurate records of student attendance, progress, and performance for reporting purposes as well as identifying areas for improvement, while adhering to FERPA guidelines and school policies.
- Utilized various online systems, such as Galis, DRC, and GED, to stay updated on student information and progress notes for tracking advancements.
- Successfully achieved and upheld the administration's set goals for the program encompassing enrollment, student academic gain, contact hours,and graduates.
- Exceeded enrollment goal and contact hour minimum for two years in a row, and had the most graduates this past year.
- Have both participated in and led interview panels for various job openings.
- Provided comprehensive training to new employees and led follow-up meetings to ensure alignment on company matters.
- Participated in recruitment and teaching for the program classes, IET classes, and subject specific boot camps.
Mathematics Tutor
Wiregrass Technical College
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Participated in re-establishing a tutoring center and provided input based on data analysis and past experiences.
- Monitored and assisted students at risk of academic decline, providing valuable guidance and access to necessary resources.
- Engaged in one-on-one consultations with students to evaluate their progress, offer valuable advice on maximizing potential and recommend suitable methods for attaining desired goals.
- Collaborated with students on homework assignments, identifying lagging skills and correcting areas of weakness.
- Collaborated with teachers to track students' academic progress, ensuring successful completion of courses.
- Equipped students with valuable study strategies to thrive academically, whether attending classes in person or online, while encouraging students to create personalized study plans.
- Scheduled routine appointments with students to enhance understanding of course material and foster a culture of success.
- Maintained detailed and thorough notes of each student''s progress after sessions, allowing for continuous improvement during returned visits.
- Maintained high levels of professionalism and confidentiality when handling student data, ensuring compliance with FERPA regulations.
Sr. Peer Assisted Learning Mentor and Facilitator
Valdosta State University Academic Support Center
01.2017 - 05.2021
- Provided academic guidance and instruction on policies and course materials to students at different academic levels in both individual and group settings.
- Provided and developed materials for structured style and recitation style sessions, enhancing understanding and engagement with Calculus-based course material.
- Aided students in acquiring effective organizational, time management, and study skills.
- Advised students in making decisions about course and program selection, class scheduling, registration, and career planning.
- Conducted Workshops and Tutoring for teaching certification and testing mathematics; including how to apply for testing, what material to study, and communicating deadlines (GACE, GRE, ACT).
- Completed Master Level Certification training.
- Informed, trained, and tracked the advancement of lower and mid-level colleagues in completing Certification Training.
- Conducted recruitment meetings, hiring interviews, and training sessions for new employees.
- Coordinated groups of lower-level coworkers and monitored productivity.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA05.2021
High School Diploma -
Richmond Hill High School
Richmond Hill, GA05.2013
Skills
- Highly flexible and able to adapt in high stress environments
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, particularly with diverse populations
- Proficient planning and organizational skills
- Service-oriented attitude
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Critical Thinking
- Academic Monitoring
- Recordkeeping and reporting
- Group and individual coaching
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others or in teams
- Good sense of humor
Accomplishments
- VSU Dean's List in Spring 2019, Summer 2019, Fall 2020, Spring 2020
- Awarded Gilman Scholarship in 2019
- Awarded Elizabeth Joy Lohmar Fund for Mathematics Scholarship in 2020 – 2021
- Diploma of Participation from the University of Cádiz in Summer 2019
- Awarded Chemistry Certificate (HS)
- Awarded Environmental Science Certificate (HS)
Timeline
Adult Education Instructor
Wiregrass Technical College
06.2022 - Current
Mathematics Tutor
Wiregrass Technical College
08.2021 - 06.2022
Sr. Peer Assisted Learning Mentor and Facilitator
Valdosta State University Academic Support Center
01.2017 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
Valdosta State University
Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics
Valdosta State University
High School Diploma -
Richmond Hill High School
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