Zoe Gittings
Richmond,VA
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a proven track record at Virginia Commonwealth University, enhancing student academic outcomes through effective tutoring and mentoring. Skilled in editing and organization, demonstrated during tenure at Blackbird Online Journal, where contributions significantly uplifted content quality. Excelled in leadership, fostering collaborative and inclusive environments. Received numerous commendations for work quality. Featured on VCU's website for being selected to participate in the Accelerated Graduate Degree program for the Department of English.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teaching Assistant, Department of English
Virginia Commonwealth University, VCU
08.2024 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with students through open communication channels, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Mentored students through office hours and one-on-one communication.
- Provided timely and constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to refine their work and achieve higher grades.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to provide additional support for struggling students, leading to improved academic outcomes.
Editorial Intern
Blackbird Online Journal
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Participated in weekly meetings with editorial staff to discuss current events, story ideas, and upcoming deadlines.
- Assisted with the planning and execution of editorial calendars to ensure timely publication of materials and maintain consistency across platforms.
- Enhanced the overall quality of published materials by identifying and addressing inconsistencies in style, formatting, and tone across all content platforms.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by participating in brainstorming sessions and offering creative ideas for new content initiatives.
Education
Master of Arts - English
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - English
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05.2024
Skills
- Editing
- Tutoring and mentoring
- Research expertise
- Peer Mentoring
- Leadership strength
- Organization
Timeline
Graduate Teaching Assistant, Department of English
Virginia Commonwealth University, VCU
08.2024 - Current
Editorial Intern
Blackbird Online Journal
08.2023 - 05.2024
Master of Arts - English
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Virginia Commonwealth University
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