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POLLY BYNUM

Hampton,Virginia

Summary

Committed and engaging Assistant Professor bringing exceptional lecturing skills and expertise in Oral Communication. Gifted in engagement and guidance of diverse students with more than 10 years in postsecondary education.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

University Professor

Hampton University
08.2023 - Current
  • Teach four plus introductory public speaking courses.
  • Enhance student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lectures.
  • Provide constructive feedback on assignments, leading to significant improvement in students'' writing and presentation skills.
  • Participate in appropriate professional meetings and workshops.
  • Instruct and guide my classes efficiently and effectively.
  • Maintain accurate records of student work and attendance.
  • Maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
  • Grade and return student work for 100 plus students promptly.
  • Counsel students regarding their grades and progress in the course.
  • Show knowledge of education theories and practices with college-level students
  • Demonstrate proficiency in oral and written communication.

Rater

Education Testing Service
03.2003 - Current
  • Assigned to various testing programs including Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) and Graduate Record Exam (GRE).
  • Evaluate samples of performance such as written short answers or essays and spoken responses and assign scores to them.
  • Score papers for elementary, high school, and undergraduate students.
  • Provide necessary equipment for the job: computer, high-speed internet connection, and landline telephone.
  • Maintain confidentiality and security.
  • Pass daily calibration set to work that day.
  • Follow the scoring rubric and grade holistically.
  • Assign scores at a 70% or more accuracy rate.
  • Remain focused and alert; am very disciplined.
  • Maintain a constant pace and meet daily production goals.
  • Keep the workplace (at home office) free from distraction.
  • Enhance rating accuracy by consistently reviewing and updating guidelines and resources.
  • Increase understanding of complex concepts through regular collaboration with fellow raters and supervisors.

Test Administrator/Test Proctor

Langley Air Force Base
07.2018 - 07.2023
  • Scheduled all examinees in the Air Force Automated Education Management System testing module.
  • Prepared and maintained a safe and proper test environment.
  • Reviewed test materials before issuance.
  • Reviewed proper identification and other personally identifiable information. Unauthorized test-takers decreased by 100%
  • Confirmed youth had guardians in attendance before testing.
  • Provided instructions to examinees for every program and session.
  • Ensured time limits were strictly adhered to regarding categories of tests authorized.
  • Maintained confidentiality of test and program results for youth and adults.
  • Safeguarded tests and student Personal Identifiable Information.
  • Test Assessment and Measurement
  • Counseled
  • Assisted with inventory management.
  • Maintained statistical data to create monthly reporting.
  • Maintained all documents and correspondence files in an orderly manner.
  • Processed all necessary paperwork required for the optimum operation of the testing program.
  • Demonstrated thorough knowledge of testing procedures and policies.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, and engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.


Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher

Hampton VA City Schools
08.2016 - 06.2018
  • Increased student comprehension by implementing diverse instructional strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
  • Taught Language Arts to Middle School students with information compiled from multiple sources, including textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
  • Managed the behavior of learners in an instructional setting to ensure the environment was conducive to learning.
  • Participated in staff development activities and staff meetings, curriculum development activities as required or assigned.
  • Participated in several Teacher Workshops including Child Abuse Recognition and Intervention; Emergency First Aid, CPR, and AED Training; and Health and Safety Training.
  • Familiar with basic needs of Youth: Physiological; Safety; Love and Belonging (emotional/social); Esteem; and Actualization (creativity, spontaneity, problem solving).
  • Familiar and skilled with the Cognitive Needs of Youth and Teens.
  • Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.
  • Ensured continuous communication with parents, both written and oral, to keep them informed of their child's progress.
  • Ensured that the classroom and /or instructional environment was attractive, safe, and conducive to learning.
  • Was able to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and needs of middle school students.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Performed related duties as required or assigned.

Communication Instructor Online

Everest Online
04.2012 - 10.2014
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lectures.
  • Increased student retention rates by offering additional office hours and one-on-one mentoring sessions.
  • Established a positive learning environment by fostering open communication and setting clear expectations for behavior and performance.
  • Assessed student progress regularly using both formative and summative assessment methods, adjusting instruction as necessary based on data-driven insights.
  • Conducted research on emerging trends in communication and incorporated findings into course materials, ensuring content remained relevant and up-to-date.
  • Fostered physically and emotionally safe and supportive learning environment characterized by efficient and effective routines, clear expectations and organization that maximized student learning.
  • Evaluated student assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
  • Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
  • Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
  • Reviewed class and student records to identify improvement opportunities.

Communications Instructor

Bryant & Stratton College
08.2011 - 04.2014
  • Enhanced student performance by implementing innovative teaching methods and strategies.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lectures.
  • Increased student retention rates by offering additional office hours and one-on-one mentoring sessions.
  • Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and tailored support for individual needs.
  • Established a positive learning environment by fostering open communication and setting clear expectations for behavior and performance.
  • Continually updated personal knowledge of industry trends and developments in the field of communications instruction to stay current with best practices.
  • Assessed student progress regularly using both formative and summative assessment methods, adjusting instruction as necessary based on data-driven insights.
  • Conducted research on emerging trends in communication and incorporated findings into course materials, ensuring content remained relevant and up-to-date.
  • Fostered physically and emotionally safe and supportive learning environment characterized by efficient and effective routines, clear expectations and organization that maximized student learning.
  • Evaluated student assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
  • Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
  • Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
  • Reviewed class and student records to identify improvement opportunities.

University Professor

Hampton University
09.2004 - 07.2005
  • Increased student retention rates by offering additional office hours and one-on-one mentoring sessions.
  • Taught four (4) to six (6) introductory public speaking courses.
  • Participated in appropriate professional meetings and workshops.
  • Participated in Curriculum Development and program planning.
  • Assisted in the establishment of extracurricular activities in the department.
  • Taught assignments in a variety of instructional settings and times.
  • Gave oral presentations and taught interviewing techniques.
  • Instructed and guided class efficiently and effectively.
  • Maintained accurate records of student work and attendance.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment.
  • Graded and returned student work for 100-plus students promptly.
  • Counseled students regarding their grades and progress in the course.
  • Showed knowledge of education theories and practices with college-level students.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lectures.

English and Speech Instructor

University Of Maryland Eastern Shore, UMES
01.2002 - 06.2002
  • Improved student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and materials.
  • Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
  • For English class - evaluated essays and accurately assigned grades/scores based on rubrics and benchmarks.
  • For Speech class - gathered a variety of information including stage presence, attire, speech content, and delivery, and accurately assessed the students’ oral presentation.
  • Relied heavily on various learning theories. In the English classes, ESL students’ instruction was more traditional, where I was the Primary source of Instruction.
  • In the Speech class, the students were more independent thus a Directed Learning Style was used.
  • Counseled as needed: time management; adjusting to college life; credit hours.
  • Advised ESL students of educational programs and other assistance available to them on campus.
  • Was able to interpret the university’s directives and make wise decisions when it came to disciplinary actions for unruly and non-compliant students
  • Enhanced classroom collaboration through the implementation of group projects and team-building activities.
  • Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.

University Lecturer of English

Sojourner Douglass College
08.2001 - 05.2002
  • Streamlined curriculum development by identifying areas of improvement and implementing innovative strategies for content delivery.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and providing constructive feedback on student work.
  • Taught English Grammar and Composition
  • Students taught were in a special program designed to prepare single moms for teaching careers.
  • Provided counseling on everything from campus life, college terminology, and technology to time management skills
  • Used various learning theories to meet the needs of the different literacy levels among the classes
  • Introduced students to Occupational and Career Resources manuals
  • Gathered and analyzed a variety of data including grades, attendance, effort, and attitude to recommend if students should continue in the program.

Education

Master of Arts - Communications

Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA
05.1995

Bachelor of Science - History

Illinois State University
Normal, IL
05.1988

Skills

  • Student Engagement
  • Online Instruction
  • Problem Solving
  • Effective communication
  • Public speaking
  • Active listening
  • Critical thinking
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Time management
  • Student Data Analysis
  • Grading and Reporting
  • Test Proctoring
  • Oral Communication Instruction
  • Blackboard
  • Academic Counseling
  • Lectures and Discussions
  • Classroom Management
  • Lesson Planning
  • Standardized Testing
  • Student Assessment

Pertinent Courses Taken

COM 656 - Ethnic Non-Verbal Communications

COM 649- Organizational Communications

COM 651- Communications Research Methods

Pertinent Courses Taught at the University Level

Oral Communications/Speech

Interpersonal Communication

Research Methods

English and Composition  


Timeline

University Professor

Hampton University
08.2023 - Current

Test Administrator/Test Proctor

Langley Air Force Base
07.2018 - 07.2023

Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher

Hampton VA City Schools
08.2016 - 06.2018

Communication Instructor Online

Everest Online
04.2012 - 10.2014

Communications Instructor

Bryant & Stratton College
08.2011 - 04.2014

University Professor

Hampton University
09.2004 - 07.2005

Rater

Education Testing Service
03.2003 - Current

English and Speech Instructor

University Of Maryland Eastern Shore, UMES
01.2002 - 06.2002

University Lecturer of English

Sojourner Douglass College
08.2001 - 05.2002

Master of Arts - Communications

Norfolk State University

Bachelor of Science - History

Illinois State University

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