Mario Tumen
Canton,United States
Summary
Educator with over ten years of experience in higher education, specializing in innovative curriculum development and inclusive teaching methods. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with proven skills in academic writing, collaboration, and public speaking. Achieved significant increases in course enrollment while promoting critical thinking in diverse learning environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Visiting Assistant Professor of Caribbean & Latin American History
St. Lawrence University
Canton, United States
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and instructed history courses about economic development, the environment, and sports in the developing world, with a focus on Latin America, in English and Spanish, resulting in increased enrollment.
- Promoted inclusive pedagogy through interdisciplinary approaches to enhance student participation.
- Revised curriculum in partnership with faculty, enriching course offerings, and enhancing student engagement through diverse teaching strategies.
Ph.D. Candidate
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, United States
09.2015 - 08.2023
- Produced a dissertation and multiple peer-reviewed publications, analyzing archival materials in three languages.
- Facilitated entry-level history courses for over 300 students, boosting engagement and performance metrics.
- Supervised Teaching Assistants while maintaining accurate records of student progress.
- Coordinated conferences and public history projects on environmental justice, enriching academic experience through interdisciplinary learning.
Instructor
Westmont College
Santa Barbara, United States
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Created and facilitated compelling curricula on social justice and public health in Latin America, encouraging critical thinking and elevating student engagement.
Teaching Assistant
Georgia College & State University
Milledgeville, United States
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Moderated discussion sections, enhancing student comprehension, and fostering critical thinking skills in historical analysis.
Education
PhD - History
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA09.2023
Skills
- Academic writing
- Bilingual Education
- Collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Critical thinking
- Cultural competency
- Data Analysis
- Curriculum Development
- Leadership
- Public Speaking
- Project Management
- Research
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
French
Limited
Portuguese
Limited
Timeline
Visiting Assistant Professor of Caribbean & Latin American History
St. Lawrence University
08.2023 - Current
Instructor
Westmont College
12.2019 - 06.2020
Ph.D. Candidate
University of California, Santa Barbara
09.2015 - 08.2023
Teaching Assistant
Georgia College & State University
08.2013 - 05.2015
PhD - History
University of California, Santa Barbara
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