Steve Clemmons
Professor/Director Of Forensics
Oakland,CA
Summary
Student-centered Professor with expertise in Communications. Offers over twenty year background supporting students, developing instructional plans and organizing and grading exams and tests. Commended for sustaining effective learning environment through prepared classes and relevant assignments and consistently achieving classroom management and academic goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Online Adjunct Instructor
University Of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
01.2022 - Current
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Contributed to new directions for information systems and technology program at doctorate level.
- Transitioned course material and applied technological options for online and course-related software for Intercultural Communication.
- Developed new Cultural Communication class and implemented graduate communication curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
English/History Teacher
Mount Diablo Unified School District
Concord, CA
08.2015 - Current
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
- Provided advice and guidance to students needing morale-boosting and academic advising in alternative education settings.
- Prepared and delivered lesson plans using instructional materials and tools including APEX and EL (English Learners) lessons developed with staff.
- Created and taught several electives, including Introduction to Film and Introduction to Music.
- Resolved computer/digital problems, improved operations of online learning and provided exceptional scholar and parent support.
- Designed and Created Basketball Program.
- Coached Boys Varsity Basketball.
Professor of Communication Studies
Foothill College, Inc
Los Altos Hills, CA
08.2020 - 09.2022
- Demonstrated understanding of instructional planning and timely delivery paced by standards-based and data-driven instruction that engaged students, incorporated technology and made learning relevant for learners.
- Developed and taught a mixture of synchronous and asynchronous classes in the Communication discipline including Group Communication, Argumentation and Persuasion, Public Speaking and Intercultural Communication
- Restarted the Speech and Debate Program at Foothill
Director of Debate/Director of Forensics
Saratoga High School
Saratoga, CA
08.2009 - Current
- Worked with scholars in the classroom to provide educational support regarding debate topics.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying the mechanics of speech and debate.
- Sit on the CFL (Coast Forensic League) and CHSSA (California High School Speech Association) boards.
- Planning and budgeting for competition, with chaperoning overnight trips.
- Focused teams on developing innovative and cutting-edge approaches with effective resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Appointed Director of Forensics August 2021
Associate Director of Forensics
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR
06.2013 - 06.2016
- Supported scholars in debate by discussing concepts and creating custom practice sessions to increase skills and success.
- Administered feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and build confidence.
- Hosted a Speech and Debate Tournament for over 800 scholars for high school and college competitors.
- Analyzed financial information, including revenues (proceeds from Summer Camps), expenditures (managing travel budget for tournaments) and cash management (scholarships and incidentals).
- Developed team communications and information for debate meetings.
- Directed the Oregon Global Debate Institute, a summer enrichment program for high school scholars.
Graduate Teaching Fellow
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR
06.2013 - 08.2015
- Supported department members with administrative, research and academic assistance.
- Cataloged data and research into the University of Oregon debate databases.
- Employed variety of teaching techniques to encourage student engagement and cater to diverse learning modalities.
- Taught classes in Mock Trial and co-taught Argumentation and Debate.
- Taught a seminar in Lincoln Douglas debate at the Oregon Global Debate Institute.
- Directed students in performing and completing assigned tasks.
- Organized various class presentations and new course materials as directed by professor Trond Jacobsen
Journalism/Public Speaking Instructor
Skyline High School
Oakland, CA
10.2012 - 06.2013
- Employed variety of instructional techniques and integrated and actively used technology and media consistent with needs and capabilities of students on the debate team.
- Directed the Skyline Mock Trial team and Speech and Debate Team.
- Published the School Newspaper, The Oracle.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to fulfill requirements of district curriculum program and reflect accommodations and modifications for individual student needs.
- Coached a team to the Urban Debate National Tournament, with a top ten speaker award winner and top ten finish.
Director of Debate
Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA
09.2002 - 06.2013
- Resolved debate administration problems, improved operations, and provided exceptional client support.
- Oversaw two debate tournaments a year, with over 1,500 competitors.
- Developed team communications and information for debate meetings.
- Coached multiple teams to the National Debate Tournament.
- Directed Summer Debate Programming for high school students.
- Co-taught Argumentation and Debate class for members on the debate team.
- Created annual budget and developed comprehensive plan to accomplish school objectives while staying within budget.
History Teacher/Director of Forensics
Harker Middle School
San Jose, CA
07.2007 - 08.2009
- Attended professional development seminars and workshops to maintain expertise in History and Debate.
- Maintained regular verbal and written communication with school counselors and parents to update with student progress, class schedules and important test dates.
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
- Developed student confidence through patient instruction in Persuasive Speaking.
- Created Middle School Speech and Debate Program.
- Led the Speech and Debate team to the 2009 School of Excellence Award given by the National Speech and Debate Association.
Social Studies Teacher/Co-Director of Forensics
St. Vincent High School
Petaluma, CA
07.2005 - 06.2007
- Introduced scholars to relevant information by capturing attention with targeted questions, interactive games and engaging multimedia presentations, by tying current events to historical lessons.
- Created lesson plans, course materials and homework assignments covering established coursework and textbook information.
- Planned, budgeted and transported scholars to tournaments across the United States.
- Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
History Teacher/Director of Forensics
Presentation High School
San Jose, CA
08.2004 - 06.2005
- Taught three sections of U.S.History to students in classroom setting.
- Taught two sections of public speaking.
- Administered feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and build confidence in younger scholars with little to no public speaking education.
- Analyzed financial information, expenditures (managing travel budget for tournaments) and cash management to balance the budget at the end of the year.
World History/Athletic Director
Leadership Public Schools
Richmond, CA
08.2003 - 06.2004
- Created the first athletic program (Baseball) at the school and worked to get NCS (North Coast Section) certification.
- Served as pitching coach on team.
- Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible, and professional at all times.
- Supervised student information, including grades for eligibility requirements and collected paperwork for annual physicals.
- Recruited and interviewed individuals for coaching jobs and other athletic department staff positions.
- Taught three sections of World History.
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
- Collaborated with LPS learning specialists to meet the needs of English Learners and IEP students requiring extra support.
Co-Director of Debate
Macalester College
St. Paul, MN
01.1998 - 08.2002
- Developed student confidence though attentive instruction in Policy and Parliamentary Debate strategies, applying positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported scholars in debate by discussing concepts and creating custom individual practice sessions to increase skills and success.
- Hosted a Speech and Debate Tournament for over 1,000 scholars.
- Analyzed financial information, expenditures (managing travel budget for tournaments) and cash management (scholarships and incidentals).
- Taught one section of Parliamentary Debate and one section of Policy Debate.
Diversity Counselor
Hopkins High School
Hopkins, MN
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Directed day-to-day operations of education program and supervised support staff to delegate assignments and evaluate performance.
- Scheduled educational activities, lectures and guest speaker events to drive the mission and values of the school.
- Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
Communications Lecturer
Yale University Summer School/Junior Statesmen
New Haven, CT
01.1996 - 08.1997
- Devoted special emphasis teaching summer classes engaging scholars with Socratic methods and eliminating fear of public speaking.
- Led summer programming team in delivery of narrative project, resulting in scholars being able to write and deliver impromptu and persuasive speeches.
- Managed and recruited Speaker Series for scholars, working with Professor Derek Bell, the Innocence Project and AUSA Mary Jo White.
- Moderated Q&A session with presenters.
Director of Debate
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA
08.1995 - 08.1997
- Developed student confidence though attentive instruction in Narrative Communication strategies, applying positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported scholars in debate by discussing concepts and creating custom practice sessions to increase skills and success.
- Administered feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and build confidence.
- Hosted a Speech and Debate Tournament for over 1,000 scholars.
- Analyzed financial information, including revenues (proceeds from Summer Camps), expenditures (managing travel budget for tournaments) and cash management (scholarships and incidentals).
Education
Master of Arts - Strategic Communication
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA 08.2019 - 08.2020
Master of Arts - Global Education, Curriculum And Development
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 06.2013 - 06.2015
Professional Certification completed in Online Teaching and Learning - Education
Cal State Hayward
Hayward, CA 08.2005 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Communications, Legal Studies, Political Science and Philosophy
Weber State University
Ogden, UTSkills
Strategic leadership
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Timeline
Online Adjunct Instructor
University Of Iowa
01.2022 - Current
Professor of Communication Studies
Foothill College, Inc
08.2020 - 09.2022
Master of Arts - Strategic Communication
University of Iowa
08.2019 - 08.2020
English/History Teacher
Mount Diablo Unified School District
08.2015 - Current
Associate Director of Forensics
University of Oregon
06.2013 - 06.2016
Master of Arts - Global Education, Curriculum And Development
University of Oregon
06.2013 - 06.2015
Graduate Teaching Fellow
University of Oregon
06.2013 - 08.2015
Journalism/Public Speaking Instructor
Skyline High School
10.2012 - 06.2013
Director of Debate/Director of Forensics
Saratoga High School
08.2009 - Current
History Teacher/Director of Forensics
Harker Middle School
07.2007 - 08.2009
Professional Certification completed in Online Teaching and Learning - Education
Cal State Hayward
08.2005 - 06.2006
Social Studies Teacher/Co-Director of Forensics
St. Vincent High School
07.2005 - 06.2007
History Teacher/Director of Forensics
Presentation High School
08.2004 - 06.2005
World History/Athletic Director
Leadership Public Schools
08.2003 - 06.2004
Director of Debate
Santa Clara University
09.2002 - 06.2013
Co-Director of Debate
Macalester College
01.1998 - 08.2002
Diversity Counselor
Hopkins High School
01.1998 - 01.2000
Communications Lecturer
Yale University Summer School/Junior Statesmen
01.1996 - 08.1997
Director of Debate
Loyola Marymount University
08.1995 - 08.1997
Bachelor of Science - Communications, Legal Studies, Political Science and Philosophy
Weber State University
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