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Samuel Oduyela

Summary

Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Adjunct Speech Instructor

Montgomery College
08.2011 - 10.2017
  • Developed, administered, and graded assessments for courses; wrote assessment analysis reports.
  • Conducted research projects and published research findings in scholarly journals
  • Kept abreast of developments and technological advances in the communication field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
  • Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
  • Compiled, administered and graded examinations to evaluate and record student comprehension levels.
  • Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
  • Prepared course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts for distribution or use within classroom.
  • Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as Fundamentals of Human Communication, Public Speaking, Business and Professional Communication, Intercultural Communication and Group Communication.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Adjunct Speech Instructor

Northern Virginia Community College
08.2010 - 10.2017
  • Developed, administered, and graded assessments for courses; wrote assessment analysis reports.
  • Conducted research projects and published research findings in scholarly journals
  • Kept abreast of developments and technological advances in the communication field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
  • Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
  • Compiled, administered and graded examinations to evaluate and record student comprehension levels.
  • Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
  • Prepared course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts for distribution or use within classroom.
  • Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as Fundamentals of Human Communication, Public Speaking, Business and Professional Communication, Intercultural Communication and Group Communication.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Communication Studies Professor

Blinn College
08.2022 - Current
  • Develop, administer, and grade assessments for courses; wrote assessment analysis reports.
  • Serve as research paper advisor for undergraduate students.
  • Conduct research projects and published research findings in scholarly journals
  • Keep abreast of developments and technological advances in the communication field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
  • Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues.
  • Taught fundamentals such as projection, breathing and vocal techniques.
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
  • Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
  • Advised student of their progress by communicating student's achievements and developing methods for improvement.
  • Taught curriculum enhanced lesson plans to educate students about fundamentals of Public Speaking, Business and Professional Communication, Culture and Communication, Interpersonal Communication and Group Dynamics.
  • Adapted teaching programs to meet individual and group needs.
  • Provided specific feedback to students, parents and record label representatives.
  • Evaluated and graded students' class work, performances, projects, assignments and papers.
  • Attended department meetings and collaborated with other communication studies professors.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Adjunct Speech Instructor

Lone Star College
08.2021 - Current
  • Developed, administered, and graded assessments for courses; wrote assessment analysis reports.
  • Conducted research projects and published research findings in scholarly journals
  • Kept abreast of developments and technological advances in the communication field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
  • Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
  • Compiled, administered and graded examinations to evaluate and record student comprehension levels.
  • Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
  • Prepared course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts for distribution or use within classroom.
  • Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as Fundamentals of Human Communication, Public Speaking, Business and Professional Communication, Intercultural Communication and Group Communication.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Managing Editor

Africainquirer.com
03.2007 - Current
  • Conducted editorial meetings with staff members to collaborate and review proposed publication suggestions.
  • Proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
  • Oversaw publication of digital and print products, aligning multi-media content strategies to maintain cohesive brand identity.
  • Handled final proofreading, copy editing and revision functions for deliverables.
  • Managed freelance editorial teams, coordinating 6-8 remote workers to achieve prescribed deliverable milestones.
  • Delegated and tracked each staff member's assignments and deadlines.
  • Pitched content strategies and managed asset acquisition.
  • Handled final approval of content deliverables.
  • Oversaw compliance with style guide, editorial guidelines and brand identity throughout entire publication portfolio.
  • Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content.
  • Led departmental meetings to align creative output behind singular editorial voice.
  • Edited long and short-form content, specializing in politics, national security, business, education contents.
  • Communicated directly with writers to collaboratively assess work and guide editorial improvements.
  • Managed team of writers and junior editors to deliver accurate and engaging content.
  • Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.

Adjunct Speech Instructor

Morgan State University
08.2013 - 05.2019
  • Developed, administered, and graded assessments for courses; wrote assessment analysis reports.
  • Conducted research projects and published research findings in scholarly journals
  • Kept abreast of developments and technological advances in the communication field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
  • Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
  • Compiled, administered and graded examinations to evaluate and record student comprehension levels.
  • Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
  • Prepared course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts for distribution or use within classroom.
  • Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as Fundamentals of Human Communication, Public Speaking, Business and Professional Communication, Intercultural Communication and Group Communication.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Adjunct Speech Instructor

Frederick Community College
10.2016 - 05.2017
  • Developed, administered, and graded assessments for courses; wrote assessment analysis reports.
  • Compiled, administered and graded examinations to evaluate and record student comprehension levels.
  • Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
  • Prepared course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts for distribution or use within classroom.
  • Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as Fundamentals of Human Communication, Public Speaking, Business and Professional Communication, Intercultural Communication and Group Communication.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Adjunct Speech Instructor

The Community College of Baltimore County
09.2009 - 12.2016
  • Developed, administered, and graded assessments for courses; wrote assessment analysis reports.
  • Conducted research projects and published research findings in scholarly journals
  • Kept abreast of developments and technological advances in the communication field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
  • Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
  • Compiled, administered and graded examinations to evaluate and record student comprehension levels.
  • Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
  • Prepared course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts for distribution or use within classroom.
  • Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as Fundamentals of Human Communication, Public Speaking, Business and Professional Communication, Intercultural Communication and Group Communication.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Adjunct Humanities Instructor

University of Phoenix
12.2008 - 06.2012
  • Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
  • Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
  • Organized, prepared, and revised Introduction to Popular American Culture, World Religions Traditions and Media Influence on American Culture course material and applied technological options for online and course-related software.
  • Developed and implemented Popular American Culture, World Religions Traditions and Media Influence on American Culture curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
  • Used current technology to enhance educational effectiveness.
  • Evaluated students' progress in attaining educational goals and objectives.
  • Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop sound reasoning.
  • Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.

Senior Correspondent (National Security)

Anchor Newspaper
09.2001 - 04.2002
  • Met deadlines to provide relevant information quickly to staff and general public.
  • Traveled to different places in Nigeria to gather information and report on Political, Social and economic concerns.
  • Delivered reporting with 96% accuracy by checking validity of all facts presented.
  • Delivered content to broad audience by simplifying complex information.
  • Adhered to health and safety procedures to avoid accidents and injuries while traveling or reporting.
  • Reported on National Security,politics, business, social issues, crime and general assignment with reliable interpretations of events and knowledge.
  • Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
  • Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
  • Reported from field locations and wrote stories under tight deadlines.
  • Researched and analyzed newsworthy events, trends and issues.
  • Collaborated with editors and other staff members to refine story angles and content.
  • Covered special events and breaking news with eye for detail and tenacious pursuit of important information.
  • Developed relationships with sources and contacts to gain additional insight.

Group Defense Correspondent

The News/Tempo/PM News
10.1998 - 09.2001
  • Met deadlines to provide relevant information quickly to staff and general public.
  • Traveled to all over Nigeria to gather information and report on general assignments concerns.
  • Delivered reporting with 100% accuracy by checking validity of all facts presented.
  • Delivered content to broad audience by simplifying complex information.
  • Reported on General Assignments (defence, national security, politics, business, education) with reliable interpretations of events and investigative reporting knowledge.
  • Adhered to health and safety procedures to avoid accidents and injuries while traveling or reporting.
  • Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
  • Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
  • Reported from field locations and wrote stories under tight deadlines.
  • Researched and analyzed newsworthy events, trends and issues.
  • Collaborated with editors and other staff members to refine story angles and content.
  • Covered special events and breaking news with eye for detail and tenacious pursuit of important information.
  • Developed relationships with sources and contacts to gain additional insight.
  • Attended press conferences and other media events to gather relevant information and quotes for stories.
  • Planned and conducted research and pitched long-form stories to promote investigative news topics.
  • Fact-checked breaking news headlines by performing background research.
  • Drafted news headlines for broadcasting to capture listeners with clear and condensed writing.

Religious Studies Lecturer

Tai Solarin College of Education
09.1992 - 06.2000

Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate students from different backgrounds and levels on topics such as introduction to Religion, media influence on Religion and culture, Old Testament Theology, and world religion traditions.

  • Encouraged students to think critically and develop problem-solving skills.
  • Led group discussions and activities to stimulate student learning.
  • Encouraged student participation and provided feedback to improve student performance.
  • Maintained regularly scheduled hours in order to assist and advise students on class, program, academic and vocational plans.
  • Served on academic or administrative committees related to institutional policies, departmental matters and academic issues.
  • Participated in student and faculty events to highlight program offerings, engage students and increase profile on campus.
  • Compiled, administered and graded examinations to assess student learning and identify individuals likely to need assistance.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Selected, organized and distributed materials and supplies to meet classroom instructional needs.

Education

Ph.D. - Journalism

University of Kent At Medway
Kent, UK
12.2023

No Degree - Professional Communication

Georgetown University
Washington, DC
08.2013

Communications, M.A. -

Trinity Washington University
Washington, DC
05.2007

Religious Studies, M.A. -

University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Nigeria
11.1992

Religious Studies, B.A. -

University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Nigeria
09.1990

Skills

  • Syllabus Development
  • Course Planning
  • Curriculum Creation
  • Peer Collaboration
  • Student Engagement
  • Student Assessments
  • Schedule Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Workshops and Seminars
  • Public Speaking, Communication Studies Instruction
  • Academic Publication
  • Relationship Building
  • Discussion Planning
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Time Management
  • Grading and Reporting
  • Group Discussions
  • Public Speaking
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Academic Counseling
  • Active Listening
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Test Proctoring
  • Progress Reporting
  • Academic Advisory
  • Experiential Learning Methods
  • D2L
  • Interpersonal Relations
  • Personable and Approachable
  • Research and Analysis
  • Student Recruitment
  • Faculty Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Conflict Resolution

Awards

The Nigerian Media Merit Award- Defence Reporter of the Year 2000 Highway Africa First Runner Up Media Technology year 2011

Publications

Perceptions on the Education of the Blind and Visually Impaired in Selected State Capitals in Nigeria, African Update, Newsletter of the African Studies Program of Central Connecticut State University, USA, Vol XXIII, Issue 4, Fall 2016, http://web.ccsu.edu/afstudy/upd23-4.html#Nigeria Open Source Analysis Project (OSAP) research paper for the Federal Bureau of Investigation entitled Nigeria: Increasing Risks for US Entities, My paper examined three extremist groups-MEND, Boko Haram and Ansaru posing active threats to US entities in Nigeria. Findings for the topic indicates that MEND’s attacks on the mainland and the Gulf of Guinea have been threatening US energy interests, while Boko Haram and Ansaru, through kidnappings, shooting and bombings, threaten US diplomats, nonprofit organizations and tourists in Nigeria. Boko Haram and Ansaru present the greatest threat to US entities in Nigeria., 06/19/2013 - 06/20/2013, https://www.intelink.gov/inteldocs/browse.php?fFolderId=33877

Adventure

I enjoy long driving, trying new things and meeting new people.

Timeline

Communication Studies Professor

Blinn College
08.2022 - Current

Adjunct Speech Instructor

Lone Star College
08.2021 - Current

Adjunct Speech Instructor

Frederick Community College
10.2016 - 05.2017

Adjunct Speech Instructor

Morgan State University
08.2013 - 05.2019

Adjunct Speech Instructor

Montgomery College
08.2011 - 10.2017

Adjunct Speech Instructor

Northern Virginia Community College
08.2010 - 10.2017

Adjunct Speech Instructor

The Community College of Baltimore County
09.2009 - 12.2016

Adjunct Humanities Instructor

University of Phoenix
12.2008 - 06.2012

Managing Editor

Africainquirer.com
03.2007 - Current

Senior Correspondent (National Security)

Anchor Newspaper
09.2001 - 04.2002

Group Defense Correspondent

The News/Tempo/PM News
10.1998 - 09.2001

Religious Studies Lecturer

Tai Solarin College of Education
09.1992 - 06.2000

Ph.D. - Journalism

University of Kent At Medway

No Degree - Professional Communication

Georgetown University

Communications, M.A. -

Trinity Washington University

Religious Studies, M.A. -

University of Ibadan

Religious Studies, B.A. -

University of Ibadan
Samuel Oduyela