JOANN LOVERDE-DROPP
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Kennesaw, GA 30152
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Expert written and oral communicator with a strong background in team leadership, education, diversity and inclusion, organizational management, and the attention to detail required to consistently and effectively meet goals in a timely fashion.
SKILLS
Critical thinking Schedule management Diversity & Inclusion
Multitasking Client communication Attention to detail
Time Management Team Building Data analysis
Teaching Committee and collaborative work Project Management
EXPERIENCE
Professor & Senior Lecturer August 2012 – May 2022
Kennesaw State University - Kennesaw & Marietta Kennesaw, Georgia
Developed lectures and assignments promoting critical thinking, personal development, and commitment to common good.
Initiated and fostered effective relationships and partnerships with students, faculty members, administrators, and department heads.
Executed lectures and class discussions via remote, hybrid, and face-to-face instruction.
Served on department and university committees to contribute to overall advancement of academic institution.
Collaborated with department personnel in curriculum development, review, and revision.
Maintained accurate, compliant documentation in accordance with departmental, university, and state policies.
Coordinated successful conferences, meetings, and special events
Instructor January 2012 - December 2014
Southern Polytechnic State University Marietta, Georgia
Evaluated student assignments and exams and provided regular and timely feedback.
Planned and implemented English curriculum in alignment with approved guidelines.
Encouraged students to persevere through difficult course content by providing constructive feedback.
Handled communications between students and University expectations, including producing error-free correspondence
Organized and updated file systems, keeping records easily retrievable.
Increased support network by involving professors, parents and administrators.
Completed accurate work tasks by carefully reviewing every objective
Approached and solved work problems with initiative and sound judgment.
Worked effectively with diverse team to accomplish daily objectives and meet long-term goals.
ESL and Adult Education Instructor January 2011 - May 2012
Cobb County Adult Education Marietta, Georgia
Employed collaborative learning techniques to encourage student learning and build community within classroom.
Maintained assessment certifications by participating in ongoing trainings and re-certification activities.
Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs, abilities, and interests.
Assisted each student in establishing and pursuing academic goals.
Administered practical exercises, diverse learning activities, and exams in alignment with course objectives.
Participated in staff meetings and program development activities.
Encouraged perseverance with challenging tasks and dedication to success by modeling positive choices and behaviors.
Taught students how to study, learn and take notes in classes.
EDUCATION
MFA - Creative Writing 2010
Spalding University, Louisville, Kentucky
NYS Provisional Teacher Certification 2003
Robert Wesleyan College, Rochester, New York
B.S. English, 1991
State University College at Brockport, Brockport, New York
References available upon Request