Olayinka Olagbegi-Adegbite
Madison,WI
Summary
Resourceful educator with over 10-years of experience developing, coordinating, administering and monitoring educational programs and outreach activities targeted at youths from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to applying training and morale-building skills to cultivate trustworthy relationships to enhance students' engagement and boost staff performance while strengthening program success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
African Studies Program
08.2022 - Current
- Develops innovative programs to improve collaborations with community organizations, K-12 schools, public libraries, and members of the community.
- Oversees the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new staff to maintain high-quality office practices.
- Cultivates positive rapport with fellow employees to boost morale and promote employee retention.
- Develops strong relationships with community partners to enhance educational opportunities for K-12 students and their care givers.
- Planned and executed successful special events, such as welcome event, outreach scholars orientation, regional conference, and alumni reception at conferences.
Fellowship Coordinator
African Studies Program
02.2022 - Current
- Organized one-on-one sessions to prepare students for competitive fellowships, increasing overall applicant success rates.
- Assisted fellows with the completion of required reports and paperwork, ensuring compliance with funding agency guidelines and deadlines.
- Managed budget allocation for fellowship programs.
- Served as a primary point of contact for prospective applicants, addressing inquiries and providing guidance throughout the application process.
- Maintained accurate records of all fellowship opportunities, including program descriptions, eligibility requirements, deadlines, and award amounts.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to fellowship management, staying informed about best practices within the field.
- Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention.
Outreach Coordinator
African Studies Program
06.2021 - Current
- Recruit and train undergraduate and graduate students to become part of our outreach scholars initiative
- Managed outreach scholars effectively to ensure successful outreach initiatives and maintain scholars' satisfaction.
- Increased community engagement by organizing outreach events for various age groups and coordinating with local organizations.
- Developed partnerships with relevant stakeholders, strengthening African Studies Program's presence both within and outside the immediate community.
- Enhanced program visibility by creating and disseminating targeted promotional materials utilizing social media platforms.
Teaching Faculty
University Of Wisconsin-Madison
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Cultivated a positive classroom environment that fostered respect, collaboration, and inclusivity among diverse learners.
- Inspired critical thinking in students through thought-provoking lectures and assignments.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques for diverse learning needs, leading to increased student success rates.
- Managed grading system efficiently while providing constructive feedback to help students improve their skills over time.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
Program Associate
Office Of Equity, Diversity, And Inclusion
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Developed comprehensive project plans for successful program execution and timely completion.
- Conducted thorough research to inform program development, incorporating innovative approaches.
- Aligned programs with organizational goals, contributing significantly to overall mission achievement.
- Established clear objectives for each project phase, driving focused efforts towards desired outcomes.
- Prepared clearly written and formatted documents and reports.
- Proofread and edited documents for accuracy and grammar.
- Drafted common document templates to reduce time spent creating documents from scratch.
Teaching Assistant
Educational Policy Studies
08.2016 - 05.2020
- Improved overall class participation by implementing group activities and project-based learning.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to increased understanding and improved grades.
- Designed and implemented engaging classroom activities, resulting in higher student interest and motivation.
Academic Lead
Precollege Enrichment Opportunity Program (PEOPLE)
09.2011 - 06.2016
- Promoted an inclusive learning environment that nurtured diversity, empathy, and mutual respect among all stakeholders.
- Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities.
- Improved student retention rates through personalized mentorship and support programs.
- Enhanced academic performance by implementing innovative motoring methods and strategies.
- Advocated for equity-minded policies and practices, fostering a more inclusive academic community for all students.
Teaching Assistant
African Languages And Literature Dept
08.2008 - 06.2011
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
- Designed and implemented engaging classroom activities, resulting in higher student interest and motivation.
- Offered constructive feedback on student assignments, helping them refine their writing skills and comprehension.
- Contributed to the development of new curriculum materials, enhancing the quality of instruction within the department.
- Evaluated student performance through regular assessments, tracking progress and adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational best practices and enhance teaching skills.
- Served as a mentor to new teaching assistants, providing guidance on effective strategies for classroom management and instruction.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant
Institute Of International Education, IIE
08.2007 - 06.2008
- Improved overall class participation by implementing group activities and project-based learning.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
- Assisted the lead teacher in developing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and abilities.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
Education
Ph.D. - Educational Policy Studies
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI12.2021
Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Policy Analysis
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI05.2014
Master of Arts - African Languages And Literature
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI08.2010
Bachelor of Arts - English And Literary Studies
University of Ado-Ekiti
Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria04.2004
Skills
- Customer service
- Community outreach
- Event planning
- Goal setting
- Grant writing
- Interpersonal relations
- MS Office Proficiency
- Onboarding and orientation
- Problem solving
- Program coordination
- Recruitment and hiring
- Team development and management
Accomplishments
Inaugurated the African Nations Welcome event, a yearly event that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Initiated and facilitates the Children's African Story Hour, a bi-weekly book reading in public libraries across Madison, targeting K-5 graders and their caregivers.
Instituted Africa Across Wisconsin Initiative, a 1-week trip across Wisconsin that takes African studies to public libraries and schools.
Affiliations
- African Studies Association
- African Studies Association Outreach Council
- Comparative and International Education Society
- American Council for the Teaching of Foreign Languages ACTFL
Timeline
Assistant Director
African Studies Program
08.2022 - Current
Teaching Faculty
University Of Wisconsin-Madison
08.2022 - 12.2022
Fellowship Coordinator
African Studies Program
02.2022 - Current
Outreach Coordinator
African Studies Program
06.2021 - Current
Program Associate
Office Of Equity, Diversity, And Inclusion
08.2020 - 07.2021
Teaching Assistant
Educational Policy Studies
08.2016 - 05.2020
Academic Lead
Precollege Enrichment Opportunity Program (PEOPLE)
09.2011 - 06.2016
Teaching Assistant
African Languages And Literature Dept
08.2008 - 06.2011
Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant
Institute Of International Education, IIE
08.2007 - 06.2008
Ph.D. - Educational Policy Studies
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Policy Analysis
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Master of Arts - African Languages And Literature
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Bachelor of Arts - English And Literary Studies
University of Ado-Ekiti
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