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Maya Kirkland

Allen

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with expertise in cross-cultural communications, psychology, and gender studies, seeking to leverage academic and practical experience to contribute to a progressive organization.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Human Resources Intern

Crest Automotive Group
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Investigated employee relations issues, identified teamwork challenges, and formulated target solutions to enhance collaboration and job satisfaction
  • Conducted employee satisfaction surveys and analyzed feedback to implement improvements in the workplace environment
  • Developed and delivered training sessions on effective communication and teamwork.
  • Managed confidential employee files, maintaining accurate records for performance evaluations, salary adjustments, and promotions.
  • Enhanced employee onboarding experience by streamlining the orientation process and creating informative materials for new hires.

Teaching Assistant

Texas Tech University
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Worked under Dra. Leslie Sotomayor
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
  • Partnered with Dra. to plan and implement lessons following curriculum, goals, and objectives.
  • Actively participated in departmental meetings, collaborating with colleagues to identify areas for improvement within the school community.

Education

Master of Arts - Cross-Cultural Communications and International Relations

Newcastle University
United Kingdom
12.2024

B.A. - Psychology

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
05.2023

B.A. - General Studies: English, General Business and Health Professions

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
05.2023

Skills

  • Organization
  • Time Management
  • Communication
  • Training and Development
  • Data Entry
  • Leadership Qualities

Presentations

  • Guest Lecturer, Women's and Gender Studies: Queer feminisms, Jillian Hernandez: Miss You Look Like a Bratz Doll, TTU Lubbock, Texas
  • Testimonios & Microaggressions: BIPOC Student Experiences in Academia Through a Creative Collaborative Series of Letters, 38th All-University Annual Conference on the Advancement of Women!

Publications

Creative Perspectives of BIPOC: Testimonios Resisting Hegemonic Canons, Sotomayor, L, García, C.S., Bailey, I., Kirkland, M., Boyake, K., Rodriguez, B., Ferrer, C., Freedom Press, 2022, 300

Timeline

Human Resources Intern

Crest Automotive Group
06.2023 - 08.2023

Teaching Assistant

Texas Tech University
08.2022 - 05.2023

Master of Arts - Cross-Cultural Communications and International Relations

Newcastle University

B.A. - Psychology

Texas Tech University

B.A. - General Studies: English, General Business and Health Professions

Texas Tech University
Maya Kirkland