Matti Chisgar
Madison
Summary
Resourceful and results-driven professional with a strong foundation in departmental management, education and training, and highly effective communications. Known for the ability to adapt quickly to new challenges and efficiently collaborate in team settings.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Adult Education Instructor
Calhoun Community College
11.2018 - Current
- Instructor of GED, Adult Literacy, and English as a Second Language (ESL) Courses
- Lead new student orientation and enrollment testing
- Train and prepare incoming instructors
- Plan, prepare, and implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences
- Administer assessment instruments to diagnose, evaluate, and place adult learners in the proper educational functioning level
- Identify, select, create, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs
- Assist in assessing changing curricular needs and offer plans for improvement
- Maintain effective and efficient record keeping procedures per State and Federal guidelines
- Utilize blended learning models and contextualized instruction within the classroom
English Teacher
Foreign Language Services
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Implemented a new English language program for engineers at Mazda Toyota Manufacturing
- Planned and developed a curriculum per company requirements and needs
- Created innovative and relevant lesson plans for business English
- Taught in-person, hybrid, and virtual classes
- Successfully completed this short-term, contract position
Testing Specialist
University of Alabama in Huntsville
09.2011 - 05.2017
- Acted as senior level officer to the academic testing office as an on-call employee
- Managed test scheduling database
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and advancements, applying new techniques as appropriate for better results.
- Oversaw budgetary and financial operations
- Interacted with students that presented with varying abilities that included a neurodiverse population
- Provided specific ADA-related proctoring such as scribing and dictation
- Designed new online testing process from the ground up that included the creation of testing procedures and requirements, Google forms, scheduling spreadsheets
Director of Testing
University of Alabama in Huntsville
05.2007 - 09.2011
- Trained and developed new testing team members and provided continuous mentoring.
- Enhanced testing efficiency by streamlining test coordination processes and procedures
- Served as head administrator of academic testing and assessment for the university
- Maintained assessment contracts and satisfied stake-holder requirements
- Oversaw budgetary actions for the unit by approving requisitions, tracking purchases and payments, requesting the transfer of income fund generation to the operating budget, etc
- Improved overall testing quality with thorough documentation practices and regular progress reports.
- Ensured the overall successful implementation and administration of all office functions and directed the office workflow to maintain continual progress
- Optimized strict standards of test security to include secure storage, appropriate usage and monitoring for compromises of materials
- Headed the instructor evaluation program for the University by generating forms, processing data, interpreting results and reporting
- Maintained testing facilities and equipment, including updates and upgrades to current and future testing systems and equipment in conjunction with external technical support personnel and vendors
- Implemented the addition of services and the expansion of programs, particularly in the area of computer-based testing (CBT) and internet-based testing (iBT)
- Supervised office personnel that included a coordinator, assistant, and student workers
- Adhered to FERPA standards and required strict team member training and adherence
Coordinator of Testing
University of Alabama in Huntsville
11.2004 - 05.2007
- Served as primary proctor for all university testing
- Provided chief supervision for all Saturday testing at the university (ACT, MCAT, GRE Subject, etc.) to include hiring and training staff, following each test company’s unique policies and directives, and monitoring for any testing compromises
- Redesigned the Testing Services’ website for a more user-friendly appearance and updated verbiage
- Installed necessary software programs to meet specific user needs and enhance workflow capabilities within departments.
- Enhanced testing efficiency by streamlining test coordination processes and procedures.
- Exceeded expectations consistently by delivering exceptional service and support throughout the testing process.
Training Specialist
University of South Florida
07.2002 - 07.2004
- Traveled to healthcare facilities across Florida to recruit students for the College of Public Health
- Created, edited, and maintained student newsletter, handbook, press releases, promotional materials, etc
- Trained and supported faculty in various instructional design techniques
- Supervised and delegated assignments to the department’s program assistant and graduate assistant
Literacy Intern Teacher
School District of Philadelphia
08.2000 - 07.2001
- Assessed students for skills/needs and worked one-on-one with students of all levels
- Engaged children in shared reading activities and facilitated guided reading groups
- Developed creative lesson plans to encourage participation and foster interest in learning
Journals Editorial Coordinator
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
12.1998 - 08.2000
- Responsible for the acquisition and review of editorial content for four medical specialty journals
- Initiated improvements to the acquisition tracking system by modifying out-of-date Excel spreadsheets
- Corresponded daily with leading national and international physicians to create specialized review topics
- Edited manuscripts for accurate copy, usable artwork, and acceptable format
Education
Master of Arts - Mass Communications (Journalism)
University of South Florida
Tampa, FLBachelor of Arts - Communications
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJSkills
- Data collection and reporting
- Program budgeting
- Contracts
- Scheduling
- Process Improvement
- MS Office and Google Workspace
- Learning management systems
- Instructional leadership
- Employee Supervision
- Training and orientation
- Editing and proofreading
- Cultural sensitivity
Affiliations
- National College Testing Association (NCTA), member2004-2012
- NCTA Newsletter Editor,2007-2011
Timeline
English Teacher
Foreign Language Services
12.2022 - 12.2023
Adult Education Instructor
Calhoun Community College
11.2018 - Current
Testing Specialist
University of Alabama in Huntsville
09.2011 - 05.2017
Director of Testing
University of Alabama in Huntsville
05.2007 - 09.2011
Coordinator of Testing
University of Alabama in Huntsville
11.2004 - 05.2007
Training Specialist
University of South Florida
07.2002 - 07.2004
Literacy Intern Teacher
School District of Philadelphia
08.2000 - 07.2001
Journals Editorial Coordinator
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
12.1998 - 08.2000
Master of Arts - Mass Communications (Journalism)
University of South Florida
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Rowan University
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