Wilson M. Jones, Jr
Greensboro,NC
There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.
Colin Powell
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Academic Counselor/Mathematics Lecturer
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC
01.2010 - Current
- Teach up to 15 credit hours per semester in college-level mathematics courses.
- Provide academic advising to a caseload of approximately 20 or more students per year, offering guidance on course selection, academic planning, and career goals.
- Collaborate in the design of curriculum for developmental math courses, ensuring alignment with student needs and learning objectives.
- Conduct hands-on math skills laboratory activities to reinforce theoretical concepts and promote practical understanding.
- Evaluate student success and university retention goals through comprehensive trend analysis, utilizing data to enhance teaching methodologies and student support strategies.
- Employ a variety of diverse learning strategies to cater to different learning styles and effectively prepare students for academic success.
- Utilize innovative resources such as videos, metaphors, and real-life scenarios to illustrate complex mathematical concepts and foster student engagement.
- Assess class assignments, determine grades, and provide personalized support to struggling students during office hours to enhance their chances of success.
- Collaborate with other departments across campus to develop and implement summer math programs aimed at improving student retention and academic achievement.
- Organize and facilitate math workshops focused on reducing students' anxiety towards mathematical concepts and fostering a positive learning environment.
- Develop and distribute comprehensive study guides to reinforce lecture content and assist students in test preparation.
- Demonstrate strong independent work ethic while also effectively collaborating within a team environment.
- Maintain a high level of self-motivation and personal responsibility towards professional development and improvement.
- Offer support and guidance to colleagues within a team setting, fostering a culture of collaboration and mutual learning.
Qualifications: - Advanced degree in Mathematics, Education, or related field.
- Previous experience in academic advising and teaching mathematics at the college level.
- Proficiency in curriculum design, student assessment, and data analysis.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a passion for student success and academic excellence.
Co-Coordinator Of Supplemental Instruction
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC
08.2013 - Current
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly, and monthly reporting
- Developed team communications and information for meetings
- Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule
- Identified issues, analyzed information, and provided solutions to problems
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork
Education
Master of Science - Applied Mathematics
2009
- Graduated Cum Laude
- Graduated with 3.26 GPA
- Thesis: Climatology Study of African Easterly Waves and Mesoscale Convective Systems In Northern Africa from 2004-2006
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
2006
- Graduated with 3.12 GPA
- Graduated cum laude
Skills
- Team leadership
- Microsoft Office 365 proficiency
- Strategic decision-making
- Critical thinking
- Documentation and reporting
- Monitoring outcomes
- Computer proficient
- Identifying problems
- Effective time management
- Interpersonal skills
- Time management
- MS Office
- Multitasking Abilities
- Data Entry
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Statistical Analysis
- Data and Analytics
- Model Data
Affiliations
- Member - National Association for Developmental Education (NADE), January 2012 - present
- Member - North Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCCTM), Sept. 2010-present
Certification
- Kellogg Institute, Appalachian State University, Boone, NC, Certified Eds Adult and Developmental Education
- Advanced Kellogg Institute Participant, Integrating Academic Support and Instruction, July 2013 & Seminar National Center for Developmental Education, Appalachian State University, Boone, NC
- Kellogg Institute Participant, Kellogg Institute for the Training and Certification of Developmental Educators National Center for Developmental Education, Appalachian State University, Boone, NC June 30 - July 27 2012.
- Certificate of Participation, NADE Certification Training Institute, Orlando, FL 2012 Participant in the NADE certification training institute
Work Availability
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Timeline
Co-Coordinator Of Supplemental Instruction - North Carolina A&T State University
08.2013 - Current
Professional Academic Counselor/Mathematics Lecturer - North Carolina A&T State University
01.2010 - Current
North Carolina A&T State University - Master of Science, Applied Mathematics
Winston-Salem State University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
- Kellogg Institute, Appalachian State University, Boone, NC, Certified Eds Adult and Developmental Education
- Advanced Kellogg Institute Participant, Integrating Academic Support and Instruction, July 2013 & Seminar National Center for Developmental Education, Appalachian State University, Boone, NC
- Kellogg Institute Participant, Kellogg Institute for the Training and Certification of Developmental Educators National Center for Developmental Education, Appalachian State University, Boone, NC June 30 - July 27 2012.
- Certificate of Participation, NADE Certification Training Institute, Orlando, FL 2012 Participant in the NADE certification training institute
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