Course Quality

Ta-Tanisha Essex

Email: *********@********.***

Address: **** ******* ******

City: Calumet City

State: IL

Zip: 60409

Country: USA

Phone: 708-***-****

Skill Level: Management

Salary Range: $65,000

Willing to Relocate

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Educational Background:

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Passion for utilizing creativity, innovation, and developing leadership experience while preparing students for an environment in higher education that values collaboration, integrity and diversity

Service focused and dynamic professional, possessing profound knowledge of administrative and educational principles and program implementation delivering profitable solutions to propel organizational growth with an aim to develop and excel in educational administration. A proven leader with documented success in progressively dynamic and challenging positions, with working knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective supervision and training. Highly reliable with a commitment to client/student success and client/student-centered interventions and support tied to academic, co-curricular, and interpersonal learning outcomes. Self-directed with a background in reporting, verifying data for completeness while ensuring policy compliance. Excellent relationship building and management skills exemplified in partnering with internal and external sources to remain current on pertinent information and ensure accountability. Articulate communication, interpersonal, and presentation competencies. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities. Solid organizational, time management, multi-tasking, and prioritizations skills. Proficient in utilizing Blackboard, Citrix, Lotus Notes, Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, PRISM, and WordPerfect.

EDUCATION

Capella University Minneapolis, MN

Ph.D.: Education (Specialization: Leadership for Higher Education) February/ 2012

Dissertation: Special Education Students with Learning Disabilities Transitioning from High School into Community College

Governors State University University Park, IL

Master of Arts: Communication & Training

April/ 2002

Governors State University University Park, IL

Bachelor of Arts: Interdisciplinary Studies

(Minor: Criminal Justice)

December/ 1999

CERTIFICATION

Governors State University University Park, IL

Online Teaching Certification August/ 2006

Roosevelt University Chicago, IL

Paralegal Certification December/ 2000

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Argosy University

Chicago, IL

Dissertation Committee Member

October/ 2012 - Present

Responsible for guiding and encouraging dissertation candidates to design and execution of an original, high quality, doctoral-level dissertation project. The end result of the effort is expected to be a dissertation that makes a substantive contribution to the candidates discipline.

Familiar with the standards for doctoral research

Coached doctoral candidates through the dissertation process

Provided guidance throughout the dissertation process

Emphasized data collection and record keeping

Built backup plans into the dissertation project

Served as the expert support structure in content and methodology

Worked with dissertation candidate and other committee members in a collegial and professional manner

Moraine Valley Community College

Palos Heights, IL

Adjunct Faculty Member

August/ 2009 " Present

Current Course: College 101 (Freshman Seminar)

This course provides an opportunity for the student to assess his or her purpose for college, assess his or her study strategies, set college and career goals, examine his or her values and decision-making skills, and develop an appreciation for diversity.

Average class size 22 " 25 students

Supported the goals and mission of Moraine Valley Community College

Provided quality instruction to the students

Used technology and innovation in the delivery of instruction

Worked actively and collegially with department faculty

Communicated with department chair and Administrators

Fulfilled other adjunct faculty responsibilities as required

University of Phoenix Phoenix, AZ

Online Adjunct Faculty Member

June/ 2008-June/ 2009

Course Taught: Critical Thinking

This course provided an introductory principle of good reasoning. This course covered the same subject as what is usually taught in practical logic, informal reasoning or the study of argumentation. The main focus of the course lies in arguments, their nature, their use and their import. The Critical Thinking course provides the study of classical Logic as it pertains to our natural language

Average class size 22 " 25 students

Supported the goals and mission of University of Phoenix

Provided quality instruction to the students

Used technology and innovation in the delivery of instruction

Facilitate online class discussions, read various text, review student research and writing and participate in online class room discussions.

Northwestern College Bridgeview, IL

Adjunct Faculty Member

September/ 2003-March/ 2005

Course Taught: Business Communication

This course impacted all aspects of an individual life. Business Communication was an introductory course which taught students to communicate in a clear, courteous, concise, compute, and correct manner on a professional level. Competency was developed in oral, written, interpersonal, technology and employment communication. Listening skills were incorporated in the course. Students were provided with a solid communication base so he or she would be able to communicate effectively.

Course Taught: English Composition I

This course was designed to teach clear and effective expository prose, with emphasis on organization, clarity and coherence. Students learned to adapt style to various readers and use research to clarify explanations and support arguments.

Course Taught: English Composition II

This course taught analytical and critical writing based upon texts. Research was used to incorporate supporting ideas drawn from primary and secondary sources.

Course Taught: Prep for College Reading

This course was designed to provide the students a solid foundation in the basics of college reading. Primarily the focus was on appropriate thinking, reading, and writing strategies essential for improving comprehension.

Course Taught: Prep for College Writing

This course examined the fundamental process, theories, and methods which enhanced a students overall writing ability. It introduced various strategies for writing within multiple disciplines and professions. This course examined basic principles of effective college-level writing through drafting and revising sentences, paragraphs, and essays. Topics to improve sentence structure and clarity include grammar, punctuation, and word choice. In addition to learning proper research techniques, students explored various writing genres including narration, cause and effect, compare and contrast, definition, and argumentation.

Average class size taught 22 " 25 students

Supported the goals and mission of Northwestern College

Demonstrated excellence in teaching

Provided quality instruction

Committed to integrate new technologies in the learning process

Positively influenced students learning of the specific subject matter

Inspired, motivated, and empowered students to succeed

Assisted students in his or her efforts to succeed in his or her endeavors

Contributed to the overall development and retention of students

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Adapt Community Alternatives, Inc. Chicago, IL

Intake Coordinator October/ 2001 " Present

The Intake Coordinator is responsible for the clinical and administrative oversight and coordination of all referrals to the Adapt Community Alternatives, Inc. and Pathways Independent Living Program from the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. The Intake Coordinator facilitates the initial service plan that results in wrap around services for individuals transitioning into adult integrated community living. The Intake Coordinator maintains a broad-based knowledge regarding resources and effective clinical/rehabilitation technologies that support individuals in choosing, getting and keeping safe and affordable housing. The Intake Coordinator embodies the core values (Client-Centeredness, Choice, Curiosity, Hopefulness) and the rehabilitation philosophy in the performance of duties.

Exhibited a thorough understanding of the philosophy mission, and goals of the program

Exhibited a thorough understanding of program and the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services/ Teen Parenting Services Network policies and procedures

Educated residential programs, group homes and foster care agencies about the Adapt Community Alternatives, Inc./ Pathways Independent Living Program services and markets program

Cultivated relationships with referring agencies resulting in a steady stream of referrals to Adapt Community Alternatives, Inc./ Pathways Independent Living Program

Provided a smooth transition for individuals, working closely with previous placement and assigned to Adapt Community Alternatives, Inc./ Pathways Independent Living Program

Fostered good working relationships with the appropriate Illinois Department of Children and Family Services and Teen Parenting Services Network regional staff and referring agencies

Participated in all staffings relevant to the transition process

Coordinated screenings and intake assessment of individuals referred and was responsible for providing individual and referral sources feedback within specified time frames and rapid assignment of individuals to Adapt Community Alternatives, Inc./ Pathways Independent Living Program

Ensured that all appropriate intake documents were completed

Promoted a proactive atmosphere of prevention rather than reaction

Worked to increase level of independence of individuals

Supervised apartment specialists and housing managers within the Pathways Independent Living Programs

Collaborated with individuals to promote and develop partnerships with natural community supports, and provided linkage to necessary resources and support to assure successful community integration

Provided an atmosphere of respect and compassion for individuals and demonstrated good rapport

Worked cooperatively with members of the collaboration

Opened to constructive criticism and made apparent efforts in areas of self-improvement

Developed expertise in areas relevant to Adapt Community Alternatives, Inc./ Pathways Independent Living Program

Kept supervisor informed at all times regarding critical incidents and census

Tracked program census

Demonstrated knowledge of legal issues and civil rights relevant to work setting

Performed other duties as assigned

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