Adjunct Instructor in Occupational Safety & Health
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Paola
Njandja
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Pasadena, MD 21122
SUMMARY
Engaged Adjunct Instructor with a Doctorate in Occupational Safety and Health and extensive industry experience. Expertise in occupational safety, workplace wellness, and employee development informs classroom instruction. Simplifies complex concepts into practical lessons that encourage critical thinking and collaboration, fostering an inclusive environment that connects academic knowledge with real-world applications. SKILLS
• Safety training programs
• Workplace safety
• Risk assessment techniques
• Curriculum development
• Instructional design
• Employee training
• Virtual collaboration tools
• Office productivity suite
• Spreadsheet and presentation tools
EXPERIENCE
Construction Health & Safety Specialist
DC Water/ Jan 2022 to Current
Environmental Health & Safety Manager / Specialist Greenbelt, Maryland
Akima/ Feb 2023 to Sep 2023
Facilitated workshops on leadership, communication, and workplace safety, fostering a culture of safety and collaboration.
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Mentored supervisors and project managers, strengthening their leadership capabilities through focused coaching and professional development.
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Designed and delivered instructor-led and virtual training, enhancing knowledge and skills of multidisciplinary professionals.
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Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify learning needs and implement educational solutions.
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• Developed instructional materials, learning activities, and assessment tools. Evaluated training effectiveness using participant feedback and operational performance metrics.
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Planned and delivered targeted training for healthcare, manufacturing, environmental, and government professionals to enhance knowledge and compliance.
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Partnered with leadership to align employee learning initiatives with organizational goals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
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Developed comprehensive curricula and instructional presentations to meet diverse learning needs.
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• Applied adult learning principles to engage diverse learners.
• Coached and mentored employees in leadership, communication, and teamwork. EDUCATION
Doctor of Occupational Safety And Health
Columbia Southern University Jul 2026
Orange Beach, AL
Dissertation: Interpersonal Conflict, Work-Related Emotional Strain, and Safety Climate Among Construction Workers
Master of Science: Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Management Columbia Southern University Oct 2021
Orange Beach, AL
Bachelor of Science: Environmental Management and Biology University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD
CERTIFICATIONS
• CSP
• CHST
• CNWC
• HN
• CSNC
• OSHA 30-Hour
• HAZWOPER
• CPR / First Aid / AED
AREAS OF INSTRUCTION
• Organizational Behavior
• Leadership
• Occupational & Environmental Health
• Health & Wellness
• Public Health
• Professional Communication
• Research Methods
• Student Success
• Workforce Development
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