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Writer, learning facilitator, and curriculum designer open to collaboration.
15 years of experience in higher education, seven years in the non-profit sector, and extensive knowledge of instructional design, coaching, adult learning, and culturally sustaining approaches. I specialize in creating learning experiences that are innovative, inclusive, and multi-modal to support adult learners in realizing their full personal and professional potential.
Consultant, Educreative June 2022 – Present · Austin, TX
I currently design and facilitate innovative and inclusive adult learning experiences for a number of organizations including national and international non-profits, higher education institutions, and a workflow optimization organization. My work involves collaborating with clients to understand their specific needs and goals, developing customized materials, and delivering engaging, and effective training and coaching sessions to support adult learners in achieving their full potential.
Associate Professor of English at Austin Community College August 2015 – August 2021 (and resuming as adjunct in Fall 2022) · Austin, TX
Created and delivered student-centered English composition and literature courses through online, hybrid, and in-person modalities, consistently achieving exceptional learning outcomes. Guided and mentored students to reach their academic and personal goals, resulting in improved retention and graduation rates. Published articles about best practices and presented at national and statewide conferences to promote the college and drive innovation in the field of English education.
Associate Director of Programs at the National Center for Teacher Residencies July 2021 – May 2022 · Chicago, IL
Developed curriculum, coached clients, and provided technical assistance to K-12 teacher preparation programs housed in school districts, institutions of higher education, and non-profits nationwide. I facilitated group and 1:1 learning experiences and offered guidance to program directors to strengthen and diversify the teacher preparation pipeline in underserved districts.
Director of Professional Development at Catch the Next June 2016 – May 2021 · San Antonio, TX
Led the development, facilitation, and evaluation of 5-7 annual statewide professional development conferences, empowering faculty and staff to implement culturally sustaining practices that support underrepresented students in higher education. Achieved a track record of success, with consistently high levels of attendee satisfaction and positive feedback from participants.
Assistant Professor of English at South Texas College August 2011 – August 2015 · Rio Grande City, TX
Fostered students' critical thinking, writing, and communication skills as an instructor of developmental English, English composition, and literature courses, and served as a mentor for English majors completing their capstone projects.
[email protected] (956) 638-1474 LinkedIn
Based in Austin, Texas
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MFA, Creative Writing Oxford University Class of 2008 Oxford, UK
MA, International Relations and Middle East Studies St. Andrews University Class of 2005 St. Andrews, Scotland, UK
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Professional Training & Facilitation Writing & Editing Curriculum & Course Design Public Speaking & Storytelling Leadership Development & Client Coaching
Technical Blackboard LMS Wordpress Notion G-Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides) MS Suite (Word, Excel, PPT)
Purpose and Belonging Informed Educator Training
Mindful Growth July 2022
Campus Leader Program Mentora Institute July 2022
Building a Second Brain Forte Labs March-April 2022
Intro to Equity x Design Equity Meets Design November 2021
Equity-Minded Teaching Institute Center for Urban Education, CSU July 2019
On Course Educator Workshop On Course Summer 2014
Puente Project Summer Institute Puente Project, UC Berkley Summer 2012
Excellence in Teaching Award National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development. (NISOD), 2013
Grant Director, Texas Co-Requisite Project Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, 2018-2020
Committee Member, TSI and TSI 2.0 Standards Setting College Board, 2014 & 2020
Grant Recipient, Open Educational Resources Project Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, 2019-2021