Educator

Mary E. Wolfe

Teacher, Instructor, Trainer

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Princeton, IA 52768

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OBJECTIVE

As a Teacher, Instructor & Trainer, I strive to instill in my clients that knowing how to learn is as important as what they learn. My interests are varied: to promote continuing education in the workplace, to include service learning as well as post-secondary and/or graduate studies. Additionally, I seek to improve digital literacy through a variety of technology platforms.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Student Success Advisor

Scott Community College - Davenport, IA - July 2012 to Present

In this part-time position, I am responsible for advising new and returning students, career assistance and scheduling, in addition to assisting with New Student Orientations. I begin by identifying high school student needs as well as those of transfer students, through standardized assessments, observation and interview techniques. I am tasked with providing pre-admission advising and financial aid information for potential students. I excel at communication and organizational skills that I use for student records, financial plans and graduation audits.

Adjunct Faculty

Scott Community College - Davenport, IA - August 2010 to Present

Responsible for development, planning and instruction of College Reading, English Language Skills and Master Student courses in the College Prep Program. I effectively apply literature search strategies to locate timely, relevant and useful resources that support my student's individual needs. I serve a very diverse community of Adult Learners and recent high school graduates. In these courses, I use web applications and online homework support programs.

Teacher

Linwood Holton Elementary School - Richmond, VA - 1996 to 2010

Responsible for total classroom instruction, pupil management and planning. Positions held include 1st Grade Chairperson, Key Science Driver, 4th Grade Language Arts Instructor and Lead Technology Liaison. Organized grade level team mtgs., responsible for motivation and instruction of a diverse student population and in-house computer training, seminars and workshops.

Lead Shift Operator, Help Desk Supervisor

General Medical Corp - Richmond, VA - 1980 to 1993

Computer Operations/Customer Support

Responsible for mainframe computer operations on the 2nd shift, in the positions of Lead Shift Operator, Help Desk Supervisor. Duties included Customer Service Response & Troubleshooting, Support Team leadership and supervision.

EDUCATION

Master of Teaching, M.T.

Virginia Commonwealth University - Richmond, VA

B. S. in Public Recreation & Tourism

Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Community Services - Richmond, VA

A.A. in Liberal Arts

Polk Community College - Winter Haven, FL

SKILLS

Computer Operations, Customer Service, Secretarial, Call Center, Word Processing, Editing/Publishing, Microsoft Office, Excel, Information Technology Help Desk applications, Wireless connectivity and Digital Literacy

AWARDS

Educational Achievements

Dean's List 1993 and 1994, VCU Graduate School of Education, Richmond, VA

I was awarded the Walmart Teacher of the Year award for the Richmond, VA region and was twice nominated for REB Teaching in Excellence awards.

ASSOCIATIONS

Quad Cities Professional Development Network

Excellence In College Teaching Certificate Program

IGLFA - International Soccer Referee, July 2006 to 2015

Active referee in national and international Co-ed soccer tournaments:

2006 - Chicago

2007 - London

2008 - Copenhagen

2009 - Washington, D.C.

LICENSES

Master Educator License - State of Iowa (5 year Renewable)

SPECIAL INTERESTS/HOBBIES

Gardening, Landscape Design, Plant Cultivation, Walking our dogs, Water sports, Camping

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