Sharon Moore
Chicago,IL
Summary
Hardworking and dedicated education and facilitation professional with a proven track record of creating, implementing, and managing a wide range of educational projects. Experienced in administering and overseeing various aspects of program activities to achieve larger organizational objectives. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills demonstrated through delivering impactful professional development and instruction to adult learners. Known for building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders. Proficient in utilizing Google and MS Word applications to enhance productivity and efficiency.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilitator and Program Manager
Contextos Chicago
09.2019 - Current
- Support currently incarcerated Authors through collaborative and healing-centered storytelling
- Build and maintain relationships with program participants
- Draft compelling curriculum across the spectrum of organizational programs
- Support creation, editing, and preparation of memoirs for publication
- Supervise other facilitators to ensure successful program execution
- Collaborate with partner organizations, fostering coalitions that support successful programming
- Define problem areas and apply problem solving techniques
- Customized program design across a broad spectrum of clients
Senior ELA Teacher
Ralph Ellison High School
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Taught AP English Literature to 12th graders
- Taught regular literature and creative writing to 11th and 12th graders
- Developed, evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student centered learning
- Observed and developed student performance, behavior, and social development
- Enhanced student learning by optimizing a wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities
- Promoted a growth mindset in students by setting high expectations and providing support for individual academic goals.
- Kept students on task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Monitored student progress closely using formative assessments, adjusting instructional approaches as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with parents, fostering open communication about student progress and achievements.
- Functioned as ELA lead for academic year 2018-2019
Adjunct English Professor
Oklahoma State University
08.2011 - 09.2014
- Created, executed, and assessed student centered curricula for a variety of courses
- Mentored first year students in their initial college experience
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Supported students in a collaborative, student-centered classroom
Adjunct English Professor
College of Southern Nevada
09.2008 - 08.2010
- Developed, applied and evaluated curriculum for basic composition courses
- Built and maintained productive relationships with students
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for individual improvement.
Assistant Professor of English
University of Nevada Las Vegas
08.1999 - 08.2008
- Designed and implemented courses across American Literature, including my specific area of focus, African American Literature
- Mentored and supported graduate students to ensure successful completion of degree programs
- Developed and presented thoroughly researched papers for professional conferences
- Delivered engaging lectures, incorporating multimedia presentations to enhance students'' comprehension of subject matter.
- Managed grading assignments efficiently while providing detailed feedback to help students improve their writing abilities over time.
Education
M.A. - Teaching
Relay Graduate School of Education
08.2019
PhD - African American Literature
University of Georgia
Athens, GA08.1999
M.A. - English
Roosevelt University
08.1993
B.A. - English
Roosevelt University
06.1991
Skills
- Facilitation Techniques
- Strategic Planning
- Program management
- Verbal and Written communication
- Workshop coordination
- Professional development
- Relationship building
- Staff Management
- Google and MS Word applications
Affiliationsandcommittees
- Teach for America, Chicago-Northwest Indiana, Secondary English Corps, 2017-2019
- College of Arts and Sciences Diversity in Education Committee, UNLV University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 08/01/00-8/31/04
Timeline
Facilitator and Program Manager
Contextos Chicago
09.2019 - Current
Senior ELA Teacher
Ralph Ellison High School
08.2017 - 08.2019
Adjunct English Professor
Oklahoma State University
08.2011 - 09.2014
Adjunct English Professor
College of Southern Nevada
09.2008 - 08.2010
Assistant Professor of English
University of Nevada Las Vegas
08.1999 - 08.2008
PhD - African American Literature
University of Georgia
M.A. - English
Roosevelt University
B.A. - English
Roosevelt University
M.A. - Teaching
Relay Graduate School of Education
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