Michael James Vest
Orem,UT
Summary
Expertise in classroom management and mentoring, with a proven track record of enhancing student learning experiences both in physical and online settings. Experienced with delivering high-quality educational content and fostering student engagement through interactive teaching methods. Utilizes effective communication skills and critical thinking to create stimulating learning environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Online Adjunct Instructor
Brigham Young University-Idaho
08.2012 - Current
- Engage with students through weekly inspirational videos and discussion boards.
- Effectively manage time in regard to answering emails from students and grading assignments.
- Consistently seek to interact and inspire students in an online setting.
- Reach out to students who are struggling in the course to give help and encouragement.
- Provide constructive and edifying feedback on assignments.
Religious Educator
Seminaries and Institutes of Religion
08.2006 - Current
- Create learning environments for 9-12 grade students where conversion to Jesus Christ can be deepened.
- Design learning experiences based on scripture and words of the modern prophets.
- Effectively adopt and adapt lesson material from curriculum material.
- Foster a classroom environment of love, respect, purpose, and belonging.
- Help students become life-long learners of both spiritual and secular topics.
- Enable students to take ownership of their learning in growth.
- Collaborate with colleagues on best practices for teaching and administering to youth.
- Regularly and effectively communicate with parents and church leaders in regard to the growth and development of their youth.
- Lead and organize student government.
Education
Ed.D. - Leadership And Adult Online Education
American College of Education
06.2020
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
Utah Valley University
04.2012
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Utah Valley University
04.2006
Skills
- Teaching Diverse Learners
- Student Skill Acquisition
- Canvas and Online Learning Systems
- Servant Leadership
- Classroom Management (Physical and Online)
- Student Engagement
- Interactive Learning
- Student Mentoring
- Video Creation
- Time Management
Timeline
Online Adjunct Instructor
Brigham Young University-Idaho
08.2012 - Current
Religious Educator
Seminaries and Institutes of Religion
08.2006 - Current
Ed.D. - Leadership And Adult Online Education
American College of Education
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
Utah Valley University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Utah Valley University
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