Subject Matter Adjunct Professor

ISRAEL AGODU, DM

*****@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/dr-israel-agodu-b5571012 C: 734-***-**** Taylor, MI 48180

Professional Summary

Dynamic and accomplished Professor of Management with a Doctorate in Management and Organizational Leadership and over a decade of experience in higher education. I bring a diverse academic background with advanced degrees in Business Administration, Marketing, and Education, paired with a deep commitment to student-centered teaching and academic excellence.

I have authored several influential publications, including four books and a widely cited research article on early math education using manipulatives. My teaching style is engaging, inclusive, and results-oriented, supported by strong skills in decision-making, time management, persuasive communication, active listening, and conflict resolution.

Currently seeking a remote teaching position where I can leverage my expertise to mentor students, contribute to institutional goals, and foster a culture of innovation, resilience, and ethical leadership in management education.

Work Experience

Adjunct Professor

Eastern Gateway Community College

October 2020- January 2024 • Steubenville, OH

• I delivered course on Organizational Behavior (MGT 202) that focused on individual and group behavior at work, and taught Business Management Capstone MGT 206 and MGT 211 respectively.

• Held the position of Adjunct Professor, demonstrated strong teaching skills and subject matter expertise.

• I developed and delivered engaging lectures, facilitated classroom discussions, and evaluated student performance.

• I developed and implemented effective teaching strategies to enhance students' understanding of the subject matter.

Mathematics Teacher

Foreign Language Immersion and Cultural Studies, a DPS school

September 1990 - June 2012

• I taught 6th through 8th-grade level mathematics.

• I created an environment that engaged all students, designed effective instructional activities to meet the interests of all students; demonstrated great respect for individual learning styles, diversity, and inclusion, and motivated students through proper leadership styles to accomplish tasks timely and successfully.

Education

University of Phoenix

Doctorate

April 2014- June 2019 • Phoenix, AZ

• Earned a Doctorate in Management and Organizational Leadership from the University of Phoenix.

• Developed a deep understanding of management principles and organizational leadership strategies.

• Conducted extensive research and completed a dissertation on a relevant topic in the field.

Wayne State University Detroit, Michigan

Master of Arts (MAT) in Elementary Mathematics

Alabama A & M University Normal, Alabama

Master's (MBA) in Marketing

Athens State University Athens, Alabama

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Administration

License and Certification

State of Michigan

June 2011 - June 2014

Skills

Decision Making

Time management

Innovation

Leadership

Persuasive Speaking

Conflict Resolution

Active Listening

Motivating

Accomplishments

Improved students’ test scores on a state math test by 30% in three years by implementing a new curriculum.

Developed materials for an after-school program to motivate students in the area of mathematics and increase literacy among middle school students.

Used manipulative activities (visual and hands-on) techniques to encourage students learning and build community within the classroom.

Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists, and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students.

Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom settings to increase student active participation and critical thinking.

Designed, developed, and implemented daily lessons for over 230 students.

Mentoring: Currently mentoring two doctoral students

Books & Publications

Exploring the effect of manipulative on students' performance, (2016) International Journal of Advanced Research and Development, 1(6) https://www.advancedjournal.com/archives/2016/vol1/issue6

academia.edu/65322102/Exploring_the_effect_of_manipulatives_on_students_performance

Global Terrorism: Quest for Social and Economic Justice

amazon.com/Global-Terrorism-Social-Economic-Justice/dp/196*******/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.dw5WQjB3OMN_wwvjfHCJ-XU6Dy1zEykmpwYUETSu2ajGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.YwfOPjqp_rxLt385hav6_a2Q-OnzOEPQcz4T0Sx6yXg&dib_tag=se&qid=174*******&refinements=p_27%3ASylvester+Udeorah&s=books&sr=1-1&text=Sylvester+Udeorah

Leadership Styles and Companies' Success in Innovation and Job Satisfaction: A Correlational Study https://search.proquest.com/docview/223-***-****?accountid=45853

Unubians Pioneers of Western Education

Pockets of Hope https://www.readersmagnet.com/product/pockets-of-hope/?

Resilience of Multicultural and Multigenerational Leadership and Workplace Experience https://www.igi-global.com/book/resilience-multicultural-multigenerational-leadership-workplace/330151#table-of-contents

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/380423928_Strategy_and_Innovation_Challenges_to_Post-Pandemic_Resilience

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