Richard Starling
James Madison University
Harrisonburg,VA
3
years of professional experience
Dynamic Learning Assistant with strengths in student engagement, classroom management, and differentiated instruction. Proven track record in enhancing learning outcomes through effective feedback delivery and targeted support.
Work History
Learning Assistant
2 Years 4 Months- Assisted in developing instructional materials to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Facilitated peer tutoring sessions, promoting academic collaboration and support among students.
- Conducted workshops on study strategies, improving student engagement and retention rates.
- Coordinated with faculty to align learning objectives with assessment methods effectively.
- Mentored new Learning Assistants, fostering a collaborative environment for knowledge sharing.
- Evaluated educational resources for relevance and effectiveness, ensuring alignment with curriculum standards.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to gather insights on student experiences and improve services.
- Helped struggling students achieve academic success through targeted interventions and consistent progress monitoring.
- Mentored new Learning Assistants, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching techniques.
Teaching Assistant
11 Months- Assisted faculty in preparing instructional materials and resources for diverse learning environments.
- Facilitated communication between students and instructors, ensuring clarity of course requirements.
- Organized and led study sessions, enhancing student understanding of complex concepts.
- Developed supplemental teaching aids to support various learning styles and needs.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Coordinated logistical aspects of classroom activities, optimizing learning experiences for attendees.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
- Relevant Coursework: Pipette Techniques, Agar Plate Techniques, Gene Sequencing, Gene Editing, Lab Management and Protocols, Molecular Biology, Organic Chemistry, Viral Isolation, Bioinformatics, Protein isolation, Assay development, Cell Culture, Biological data analysis, Neurological systems simulation, and neurobiology
- VA Biotech Society Executive Board Member, Founder and President of Fashion Club at JMU, PR Chair for Kinetix Break Dancing Club, and Asian Student Union General Body Member.
- Research Project: Microbial Fuel Cell Optimization of Construction and Materials, Inconclusive, Literary Research of Retinal Prosthetics, Inconclusive, Space colonies and capitalism: An application of scenario analysis and design fiction to explore plausible futures of capitalist interest and its effect on a new civilization, Conference panel submission.
- Extracurricular Activities: Break Dancing, Top 16 placements, Intramural Volleyball, Top 4 placement, Bartending for local parties.
Skills
Student engagement
Classroom management
Differentiated instruction
Feedback delivery
Lesson implementation
Learning styles
Student relations
Attention to detail
Administrative staff coordination
Study techniques
Group and individual instruction
Assessment strategies
Timeline
Learning Assistant
James Madison University
01.2023 - 05.2025Read More
Teaching Assistant
James Madison University
01.2022 - 12.2022Read More
James Madison University
Bachelor of Science from Biotechnology
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