Paula Thompson
Roland,AR
Summary
Creative and adaptable 59-year-old Generation X-er stepping away from teaching and the AI world. Along with decades of university teaching, background includes restaurant ownership and management, radio show creation and distribution, martial arts instruction, and homeschooling three children, among others. Seeking a reconnection with animals and nature as a daily career.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
English Professor
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR
08.2022 - Current
- Instructed undergraduate English courses at University of Central Arkansas, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills among students.
- Created comprehensive syllabi, assignments, and grading rubrics for literature and composition classes, enhancing curriculum clarity and student engagement.
- Instructed University of Central Arkansas students in composition, literature, and writing studies.
- Advised students on course selection, degree plans, and academic progress.
- Developed syllabi, assignments, and assessments for English Department courses.
Owner/General Manager
Starving Artist Cafe
Little Rock, Arkansas
01.2004 - 10.2016
- Managed daily restaurant operations, ensuring effective staff scheduling, budget adherence, and accurate inventory management.
- Developed training programs for servers, hosts, and kitchen staff to uphold service standards and enhance guest experience.
- Coordinated inventory ordering, maintained vendor relations, and tracked supply levels to optimize resource availability.
Education
Master of Fine Arts - Creative Writing
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA 08.1995 - 10.1998
Skills
- Excellent writing skills
- POS systems
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Organization and prioritization
- Passion for customer satisfaction
- Adaptable
Timeline
English Professor
University of Central Arkansas
08.2022 - Current
Owner/General Manager
Starving Artist Cafe
01.2004 - 10.2016
Master of Fine Arts - Creative Writing
University of New Orleans
08.1995 - 10.1998