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ALLISON CAMPBELL-SANDERSON

D'ABADIE, TRINIDAD

Summary

Committed lecturer with 30 plus years in mentoring and educating undergraduate and post-graduate students. Worked with full-time faculty to supplement programs to prepare students for success in career or graduate school. Created fascinating lectures and activities to explain and demonstrate difficult concepts. A lover of people and the English language who deems it a privilege to merge these two loves in a single space.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Lecturer, Graduate School

University of the Southern Caribbean
Maracas, St. Joseph, Trinidad
01.2016 - Current
  • Developed syllabi, lesson plans and lecture materials for courses taught.
  • Delivered lectures to graduate classes of varying sizes.
  • Functioned as thesis supervisor.
  • Developed course content for online modality.
  • Evaluated student performance through tests, quizzes, presentations, projects, or other assessments.
  • Mentored graduate students with their research projects and dissertations.
  • Organized study groups and provided additional instruction outside of the classroom as needed.
  • Created a positive learning environment by actively engaging with all students during class time.
  • Attended conferences and workshops to stay up-to-date on best practices in higher education.
  • Reviewed textbooks for content accuracy before recommending them for adoption.
  • Served as a guest lecturer at other universities or organizations when requested.
  • Researched current trends in the field of study and incorporated new information into lectures.
  • Facilitated discussion forums among students on topics related to course material.
  • Supervised independent studies conducted by individual students or small groups of students.
  • Created instructional and lecture plans for classes in compliance with course objectives.
  • Utilized diverse teaching methods, lectures, presentations and class activities to deliver curriculum.
  • Evaluated student progress, delivering feedback for individual improvement.
  • Selected innovative teaching methods to deliver course content.
  • Developed lectures to accommodate for different learning styles, maximizing students' comprehension.
  • Tailored lectures to meet student needs, emphasizing skills and concepts necessary for professional and academic success.
  • Identified areas of difficulty for students, developing additional resources for review.
  • Assisted students during office hours to review material, explain exam questions and answer concerns.
  • Engaged with students outside of lecture halls and classrooms through discussions and small group sessions.
  • Collaborated with fellow lecturers to design course content and teaching policies.
  • Developed clear course syllabus incorporating essential content and responding to student interests.
  • Explained concepts through variety of methods, utilizing visual aids and analogies for key material.
  • Reviewed and selected textbooks for content and readability, supplementing readings with current literature and research.
  • Used exams, quizzes and projects to assess how well students grasped learning material and concepts.
  • Identified valuable online resources to use in conjunction with lectures and coursework.
  • Tutored students requiring additional assistance in mastering concepts.
  • Provided letters of recommendation and other referrals to students pursuing further education programs or postgraduate employment.
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Chairperson, History and English Departments

University of the Southern Caribbean
Maracas, Trinidad
07.2012 - Current
  • Organized and chaired department meetings.
  • Managed faculty evaluation and development processes.
  • Member of the University's Examination Committee.
  • Coordinated with faculty to ensure successful program outcomes.
  • Provided guidance to faculty members on teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
  • Evaluated student performance records in order to identify areas of improvement in programs offered by the department.
  • Collaborated with faculty and administrative staff to coordinate activities such as training, seminars, workshops.
  • Reviewed course materials, syllabi, and textbooks used by faculty members in their classes.
  • Advised students on academic matters such as degree requirements, major selection, course scheduling.
  • Oversaw the development of new courses or modifications to existing ones based on input from faculty members and Dean.
  • Assisted in resolving student complaints related to academic issues.
  • Represented the department at external events such as job fairs or conferences.
  • Interpreted university policies related to academic affairs for both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Served as a liaison between the university administration and faculty members when needed.
  • Assisted teachers with developing and revising lessons to more productively reach students of varying skill levels.
  • Translated operational directives into program roadmaps.
  • Oversaw corrective action plans to remedy departmental issues.

Lecturer in English

University of the Southern Caribbean
Maracas, St. Joseph, Trinidad
01.2012 - Current
  • Prepared teaching materials such as lectures, notes, presentations, and tests.
  • Assessed student performance through exams and other assignments to evaluate progress.
  • Provided individualized instruction to support students in their learning process.
  • Encouraged critical thinking and discussion among students during class sessions.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create innovative instructional strategies and activities.
  • Maintained records of student attendance, grades, and feedback.
  • Integrated technology into the curriculum to enhance learning outcomes.
  • Attended conferences and workshops to stay abreast of current trends in English language education.
  • Created an environment that was conducive for learning for all students regardless of their backgrounds.
  • Monitored student behavior both inside and outside the classroom setting.
  • Resolved conflicts among students using effective problem solving strategies.
  • Actively participated in departmental meetings to share ideas or discuss issues concerning English language education.
  • Evaluated textbooks for appropriateness based on content quality, accuracy, relevancy..
  • Explored deeper meanings behind texts through lively classroom discussions and challenging essay assignments.
  • Attended professional development training to improve knowledge and skills.
  • Designed challenging course to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.
  • Adapted teaching strategies to different student learning styles and skill levels.
  • Created and implemented lesson plans, modifying for differences in student learning styles.
  • Selected and revised course curricula to meet current instructional demands.
  • Reviewed student work and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Made difficult concepts understandable to students.
  • Instructed students in areas such as biblical literature and research writing.
  • Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.

Guest Lecturer/E-Tutor/Marker

University of the West Indies (Open Campus)
, Barbados
05.2021 - 08.2022
  • Prepared lectures and course materials for students.
  • Developed lesson plans to ensure educational objectives are met.
  • Engaged with students by facilitating discussions and providing feedback on their work.
  • Evaluated teaching and learning goals by testing students in coursework.
  • Graded assignments, tracked grades and discussed results with students.
  • Developed clear course syllabus incorporating essential content and responding to student interests.
  • Selected innovative teaching methods to deliver course content.
  • Delivered course lectures using modern technology to enhance student comprehension.

Chairperson - Education and Humanities

University of the Southern Caribbean
Maracas, St. Joseph, Trinidad
08.2015 - 08.2018
  • Performed same responsibilities as that of Chairperson for History and English departments; however the scope was broader as the responsibilities extended to the following departments" history and social studies, education and English.

Lecturer/Coordinator/Instructor

University of the West Indies
St. Augustine Campus, Trinidad
07.2005 - 12.2012
  • Coordinated Summer Programme or English Language Foundation Unit.
  • Functioned in the capacity of Sub-Coordinator for specific courses in the English Language Foundation Unit (EFLU).
  • Functioned as lecturer in English for the EFLU; Open Campus - Trinidad; Creative and Festival Arts; and Education
  • Developed syllabi, lesson plans and lecture materials for courses taught.
  • Provided guidance to students on course selection, career planning, and other educational matters.
  • Organized study groups and provided additional instruction outside of the classroom as needed.
  • Evaluated student performance through tests, quizzes, presentations, projects, or other assessments.
  • Involved in departmental activities such as curriculum development, faculty meetings, advising sessions.
  • Participated in faculty committees related to department initiatives and college-wide policies.
  • Integrated technology into the classroom experience where appropriate.
  • Evaluated student progress, delivering feedback for individual improvement.
  • Selected innovative teaching methods to deliver course content.
  • Developed lectures to accommodate for different learning styles, maximizing students' comprehension.
  • Assisted students during office hours to review material, explain exam questions and answer concerns.
  • Collaborated with fellow lecturers to design course content and teaching policies.
  • Developed syllabus of lectures, classwork and assignments and distributed to students on first day of class.
  • Tutored students requiring additional assistance in mastering concepts.
  • Participated in continuing development and training to bolster professional teaching skills.
  • Collaborated with other instructors on curriculum development projects and interdisciplinary initiatives.
  • Attended meetings, training and activities to enhance skills and credentials.
  • Recorded daily attendance to maintain accurate and complete records.

Director of English as a Second Language

Ellison's Educational Academy
Curepe, Trinidad
05.2000 - 12.2006
  • Planned and executed academic objectives with other stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
  • Delivered products to customer locations on time.
  • Functioned as an English as a Second Language teacher.

Director of English as a Second Language Programm

University of the Southern Caribbean
Maracas, St. Joseph, Trinidad
09.1994 - 03.1997
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
  • Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
  • Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the department.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to review progress on strategic initiatives.
  • Assessed employees performance
  • Identified opportunities for improvement and actioned such.
  • Taught ESL classes.
  • Cultivated and maintained relationships to promote positive work culture.
  • Guided and motivated staff to drive maximum performance.
  • Developed and presented new ideas and conceptualized new approaches and solutions.
  • Analyzed problematic situations and occurrences to provide solutions and facilitate company survival and growth.
  • Partnered with staff to create professional development plans to support personal and department growth.

English Lecturer

unction'sUniversity of the Southern Caribbean
Maracas, St. Joseph, TrinidadI
09.1993 - 03.1997
  • Developed and taught English language courses to undergraduate students.
  • Facilitated engaging classroom discussions with an emphasis on critical thinking skills.
  • Assessed student performance through exams, papers, and other projects.
  • Provided individualized feedback to improve student writing abilities.
  • Created course materials such as syllabi, lesson plans, and assignments.
  • Organized group activities to develop communication skills in the classroom.
  • Maintained accurate records of student grades and attendance.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design innovative curricula for classes.
  • Encouraged class participation by creating a positive learning environment.
  • Attended professional development seminars to stay abreast of trends in education.
  • Participated in departmental meetings regarding curriculum planning initiatives.
  • Created and implemented lesson plans, modifying for differences in student learning styles.
  • Reviewed student work and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Designed challenging course to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.
  • Made difficult concepts understandable to students.

Education

Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership

NorthCentral University
Arizona, USA
06-2019

Master of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language

Saint Michael's College
Vermont, USA
06-1998

Bachelor of Arts - English

Andrews University
CUC Campus, Trinidad
05-1993

Some College (No Degree) - Certificate: Image And Protocol

College of Science, Technology And Applied Arts
Trinidad

Some College (No Degree) - Certificate in Upholstery

University of The West Indies
St. Augustine

Some College (No Degree) - Certificate: TESOL

Seattle University
Seattle, USA

Skills

  • Organizing
  • Discussion facilitation
  • Listening
  • Planning
  • Writing
  • Editing

Affiliations

  • VBS Script Writer/Playwright/Director/Editor 2021-2024
  • Reading
  • Travelling
  • Helping others

Languages

English
First Language

Accomplishments

Member of the following Honor societies:

  • Alpha Gamma Nu - Local Chapter of the International English Honor's Society - Sigma Tau Delta
  • Kappa Delta Pi
  • National Society of Leadership and Success

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Guest Lecturer/E-Tutor/Marker

University of the West Indies (Open Campus)
05.2021 - 08.2022

Lecturer, Graduate School

University of the Southern Caribbean
01.2016 - Current

Chairperson - Education and Humanities

University of the Southern Caribbean
08.2015 - 08.2018

Chairperson, History and English Departments

University of the Southern Caribbean
07.2012 - Current

Lecturer in English

University of the Southern Caribbean
01.2012 - Current

Lecturer/Coordinator/Instructor

University of the West Indies
07.2005 - 12.2012

Director of English as a Second Language

Ellison's Educational Academy
05.2000 - 12.2006

Director of English as a Second Language Programm

University of the Southern Caribbean
09.1994 - 03.1997

English Lecturer

unction'sUniversity of the Southern Caribbean
09.1993 - 03.1997

Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership

NorthCentral University

Master of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language

Saint Michael's College

Bachelor of Arts - English

Andrews University

Some College (No Degree) - Certificate: Image And Protocol

College of Science, Technology And Applied Arts

Some College (No Degree) - Certificate in Upholstery

University of The West Indies

Some College (No Degree) - Certificate: TESOL

Seattle University
ALLISON CAMPBELL-SANDERSON