Tim Bos
Eureka,CA
Summary
I have been teaching philosophy courses for over 15 years. Courses taught include: Intro to Philosophy, Critical Thinking, Logic, Philosophy of Religion, World Religions, Epistemology, and Ethics. Student engagement is my priority. I am proficient in face-to-face, online, and blended educational delivery.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Faculty
College of the Redwoods
08.2018 - Current
- I currently teach Intro to Philosophy, Critical Thinking, Ethics, Logic, and World Religions at CR. I teach in-person classes as well as online classes.
- Promoted a culture of inquiry within the classroom by consistently challenging students to ask questions, seek answers, and engage in meaningful dialogue about course content.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, performance data, and other relevant information for reporting purposes.
- Duties include writing the syllabus, creating lesson plans, preparing exercises, tests, essay assignments, etc., devising and overseeing class activities, grading, lecturing, and holding office hours
- Used the online learning platform CANVAS as an integral component of courses.
Adjunct Faculty
Los Medanos College
05.2014 - 05.2017
- I taught Critical Thinking and Intro to Philosophy at LMC (a CA community college)
- Duties included the usual responsibilities assigned to adjunct faculty
- I made great use of CANVAS to supplement the course with an online component.
Adjunct Faculty
Ashford University
01.2013 - 06.2016
- I taught Critical Thinking and Ethics courses
- Duties included participating in (asynchronous) online discussion forums, creating weekly guidance posts, posting informative announcements, answering student emails and questions posed in the questions forum, holding virtual office hours, and grading discussion assignments, tests, writing assignments, etc.
Adjunct Faculty
Argosy University
09.2013 - 08.2014
- I worked at the San Francisco campus of Argosy, where I taught Philosophy of Religion, Critical Thinking, and Ethics
- Duties include lesson-planning, lecturing, participating in asynchronous online discussion forums, grading, Professional Development, and holding office hours
- The courses were blended (online + face to face).
Adjunct Faculty
Bryant & Stratton
01.2013 - 08.2014
- I regularly taught an online Critical Thinking course for Bryant & Stratton
- Duties include participating in asynchronous online discussion forums, posting informative announcements, answering student emails and questions posed in the questions forum, holding virtual office hours, participating in asynchronous faculty meetings and workshops, and grading discussion assignments, tests, writing assignments, etc.
Academic Coach
Instructional Connections
04.2012 - 01.2013
- As an Academic Coach for IC, I assisted in the teaching of an introductory Epistemology course
- Responsibilities include monitoring student engagement, grading assignments, facilitating course discussions, providing online student support, and collaborating regularly with university faculty.
Substitute Teacher
Alameda Unified School District
10.2011 - 11.2012
- As a substitute teacher (1st grade - 12th grade), I was responsible for advancing student learning in the absence of the regular teacher
- Duties include maintaining classroom control and discipline, implementing teacher lesson plans, assisting students in a variety of ways, and generally promoting a safe, fun, and learning-conducive environment
- I also worked as a long-term sub during the 2011-2012 academic year in a resource room, working specifically with special-needs students.
Education
MA in Philosophy -
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA01.2009
BA in Philosophy -
Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA01.2003
Skills
- Internet/Tech Savvy
- Student Engagement
- Teaching strategies
- Extensive experience with online learning platforms such as CANVAS, Blackboard, and Moodle
- Symbolic Logic
Certification
OTLT Certificate - College of the Redwoods
Awards
MA Pass with Distinction, San Francisco State University
Publications
500 College Philosophy Questions: Ace Your College Exams - Tim Bos & Micah Newman, McGraw-Hill - 07/01/12
Timeline
Associate Faculty
College of the Redwoods
08.2018 - Current
Adjunct Faculty
Los Medanos College
05.2014 - 05.2017
Adjunct Faculty
Argosy University
09.2013 - 08.2014
Adjunct Faculty
Ashford University
01.2013 - 06.2016
Adjunct Faculty
Bryant & Stratton
01.2013 - 08.2014
Academic Coach
Instructional Connections
04.2012 - 01.2013
Substitute Teacher
Alameda Unified School District
10.2011 - 11.2012
MA in Philosophy -
San Francisco State University
BA in Philosophy -
Humboldt State University
Similar Profiles
Katiana LopezKatiana Lopez
Associate Faculty Member (paramedic Program) at College Of The RedwoodsAssociate Faculty Member (paramedic Program) at College Of The Redwoods
Rebekah PerryRebekah Perry
Student Ambassador at College of the RedwoodsStudent Ambassador at College of the Redwoods
Daisy Pimentel-RamirezDaisy Pimentel-Ramirez
Student Teacher, Preschool at College of the redwoods CDCStudent Teacher, Preschool at College of the redwoods CDC
Ruby BartholomewRuby Bartholomew
Volunteer at Discovery CampVolunteer at Discovery Camp
Alivia SeymoreAlivia Seymore
Preschool Teacher Assistant at Yurok Tribe Early Head StartPreschool Teacher Assistant at Yurok Tribe Early Head Start