Tina Willhoite
Houston,TX
Summary
Accomplished Professor with a proven track record at San Jacinto College, enhancing student engagement and critical thinking through innovative course planning and curriculum creation. Expert in fostering diversity awareness and mentoring, achieving significant improvements in student participation and academic growth. Skilled in research and analysis, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and team leadership. Proficient in teaching Reading, Comp I, Comp II, and HUMA 1301. Proficient in face-to-face, hybrid, and online teaching.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professor
San Jacinto College South
2010.08 - Current
- Enhanced student understanding by designing interactive and engaging lectures.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
- 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 using both formative and summative assessments to provide targeted feedback for continuous improvement.
- Shifted between informal and formal methods of teaching to create multi-layered web of learning incorporating experiments, practical activities, discussions, and projects into lessons.
- Ensured curriculum alignment with academic standards through regular course review and updates.
Adjunct Professor
San Jacinto College
2005.04 - 2010.08
- Taught Reading courses, providing instruction to up to 25 undergraduate students per course.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
Teacher
Pasadena Independent School District
1988.08 - 2010.08
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Education
Master of Arts - English
National University
La Jolla, CA07.2019
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
University of Houston - Clear Lake
Houston, TX07.1990
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA07.1986
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Team Leadership
- Student Mentoring
- Course Planning
- Curriculum Creation
- Mentoring students
- Research and analysis
- Diversity awareness
- Attention to Detail
Certification
ACUE
Timeline
Professor
San Jacinto College South
2010.08 - Current
Adjunct Professor
San Jacinto College
2005.04 - 2010.08
Teacher
Pasadena Independent School District
1988.08 - 2010.08
Master of Arts - English
National University
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
University of Houston - Clear Lake
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
McNeese State University
ACUE
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