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Tonya Tipton

Houston,TX

Summary

Energetic Sociology Professor with 9 years of hands-on experience employing range of suitable strategies to foster student learning. Passionate about fostering academic development and career success for every student.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Adjunct Professor of Sociology

Lone Star College Cy-Fair
09.2015 - 05.2024
  • Taught Principles of Sociology courses, providing instruction to up to 30 undergraduate students.
  • Increased student comprehension by implementing diverse teaching methods and instructional materials tailored to individual learning styles.
  • 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.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.

Barista

Starbucks
07.2012 - 06.2019
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.

Academic Peer Tutor, Student Success

University Of Houston Clear-Lake
01.2012 - 10.2012
  • Enhanced student comprehension by providing one-on-one tutoring in various academic subjects.
  • Developed and implemented study plan with each student to determine skill areas that required additional assistance.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Determined need for assistance in other areas such as counseling and referrals.

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

University Of Houston Clear-Lake
08.2010 - 05.2011
  • Supported 4 anthropology professors with administrative tasks including grading papers and exams, updating class records, and tracking attendance for up to 40-50 undergraduate students per class.
  • Utilized online WebCT and Blackboard systems to post lectures and documents, grades and student communication.
  • Assisted with development and implementation of new course materials to enhance learning experience.

Student Research Assistant

University Of Houston Clear-Lake
05.2010 - 08.2010
  • Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
  • Compiled data into reports and disseminated to supervisor for review.

Education

Master of Arts - Cross-Cultural Studies

University of Houston Clear-Lake
Houston, TX
05.2012

Bachelor of Science - Anthropology

University of Houston - Clear Lake
Houston, TX
05.2009

Skills

  • Active Learning
  • Career Advising
  • Course Development
  • Course Planning
  • Data Analysis
  • Online Teaching
  • Performance Assessment
  • Project-Based Learning
  • Student Engagement
  • Technology-Based Curriculum

Certification

Mediation Training - 40 Hours (12/2010)

Timeline

Adjunct Professor of Sociology

Lone Star College Cy-Fair
09.2015 - 05.2024

Barista

Starbucks
07.2012 - 06.2019

Academic Peer Tutor, Student Success

University Of Houston Clear-Lake
01.2012 - 10.2012

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

University Of Houston Clear-Lake
08.2010 - 05.2011

Student Research Assistant

University Of Houston Clear-Lake
05.2010 - 08.2010

Master of Arts - Cross-Cultural Studies

University of Houston Clear-Lake

Bachelor of Science - Anthropology

University of Houston - Clear Lake

Mediation Training - 40 Hours (12/2010)

Tonya Tipton