Alexandria Anderson
Oceanside
Summary
Dedicated and dynamic communication instructor with experience teaching at both the vocational training and community college levels. Passionate about fostering critical thinking, public speaking, and media literacy in students. Adept at curriculum development, student engagement, and integrating technology into the learning environment to enhance educational outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Communication Faculty
MiraCosta College
Oceanside
01.2023 - Current
- Develop curriculum and teach course content in interpersonal communication, group communication, and conflict management
- Designed course modules covering conflict resolution strategies, leadership in group settings, and effective interpersonal communication techniques
- Implement experiential learning activities such as role-playing scenarios and case studies to enhance student understanding
- Communicate class expectations to students and hold them accountable for their efforts
- Manage classroom discussions and resolve conflicts with agreeable outcomes
- Develop and deliver engaging learning experiences tailored to diverse learners
- Foster an inclusive classroom environment that encourages collaboration and personal development
- Adapt instructional strategies to maximize student engagement and knowledge retention
Adjunct Communication Professor
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara
01.2021 - Current
- Develop curriculum and teach course content in public speaking, interpersonal communication, and general communication
- Created interactive online modules on speech composition, audience analysis, and persuasive speaking techniques
- Engage with remote students to promote a simulated in-person experience
- Provide individualized student support to ensure equity in the educational experience
- Facilitate online learning experiences, emphasizing active participation and skill development
- Implement innovative instructional methods such as peer critique sessions and digital storytelling projects to enhance student understanding
- Assess learning outcomes and provide feedback for continuous improvement
Senior Manager, Admissions & Recruitment
Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
05.2015 - Current
- Developed and led training programs for global teams, integrating coaching, workshops, peer learning, and self-directed learning for virtual and in-person formats.
- Managed strategic initiatives to drive engagement, streamline processes, and enhance employee experience.
- Spearheaded change management efforts to support new business initiatives and workforce development.
- Designed and implemented a global learning roadmap, ensuring consistent training across locations.
- Designed and delivered interactive learning experiences to enhance employee engagement and knowledge retention.
- Managed end-to-end learning programs, leveraging instructional best practices to create scalable training solutions.
- Partnered with cross-functional teams to develop content and learning curricula tailored to organizational objectives.
- Implemented measurement and evaluation strategies to assess learning impact and optimize future programs.
Guest Lecturer
Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
- Relational Communication – Foster Thriving Relationships
- Group Communication - Team Dynamics for the Workplace
- Conflict Management - Conflict Management in the Workplace
- Customer Experience - Create and Maintain an Exceptional Customer Experience
Education
Master of Arts - Communication
Arizona State University
05-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Azusa Pacific University
05-2015
Skills
- Public speaking and presentation coaching
- Interpersonal communication
- Conflict resolution
- Public speaking
- Curriculum development and instructional design
- Student engagement and mentorship
- Digital learning tools and LMS platforms
- Interpersonal and cross-cultural communication
- Gender communication
- Academic research and writing
- Diversity inclusion
- Professional proficiency in Spanish
References
Available upon request.
Public Speaking And Workshops
- Guest Lecturer: Relational Communication – Foster Thriving Relationships, Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
- Guest Lecturer: Group Communication, Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
- Guest Lecturer: Conflict Management, Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
- Guest Lecturer: Customer Experience, Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
Affiliations
- Producer - Bella Lux Entertainment
- Dance Instructor - MBDY + be
Accomplishments
- GIA Staff of the Year 2022
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Associate Communication Faculty
MiraCosta College
01.2023 - Current
Adjunct Communication Professor
Santa Barbara City College
01.2021 - Current
Senior Manager, Admissions & Recruitment
Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
05.2015 - Current
Guest Lecturer
Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
Master of Arts - Communication
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Azusa Pacific University
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