Carol E. Smith
Yakima, WA 98901
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Objective: Communications position with special focus on community service coalitions to
develop effective systems in communication and community leadership.
Current Experiences
Student Differentiation; Intervention Strategies
Cooperative Learning and student engagement, Trio-SSS: Heritage University
Institute: Retaining/graduating indigenous students.
Education Specialist
Yakama Nation Tribal School Oct. 2003 to June 2014 Toppenish, WA
o Advised students on academic requirements for graduation.
o Developed curriculum for High School Literature and Writing regimen.
o Assisted seniors in transition with testing, scholarships, and research.
Heritage College
English Instructor Jan. 1993 to May 2003 Toppenish, WA
o Performed teaching assignments for Division of Arts and Letters.
o Designed writing course curriculum, strategies, and instruction methods.
English Faculty Tutor
Heritage College Jan. 1993 to Dec. 20001 Toppenish, WA
o Supervised, worked with Academic Skills staff and students in composition skills.
o Kept scheduled appointments on a daily basis.
o Undertook projects promoting student confidence and competence.
o Teaching duties: Basic/Academic Composition, Technical Writing, Teaching Methods
Yakima School District
Language Arts Teacher/Substitute Sept. 1968 - June 1973 Yakima, WA
o Designed, taught Language Arts courses/English Department Chairperson
o Supervised student activities, Student Advisor.
o Assisted Secondary instructors in Yakima schools.
Education:
Gonzaga University Spokane, Washington
Masters in Communication and Leadership 2014
Central Washington University Ellensburg, Washington
Masters in English Language Learning 1991
Central Washington University Ellensburg, Washington
Bachelors in Education 1968