Deran Smith
Bakersfield
Summary
Business professional with focus on teaching and curriculum development. Proven ability to design and implement effective business courses, leading to enhanced student performance. Known for collaboration and flexibility, ensuring alignment with evolving educational needs and team goals. Strong in business strategy and educational methodologies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Instructor
University of Phoenix
12.2017 - 09.2019
- Company Overview: (Non-Profit Organization)
- Analytical Skills-Conduct classes in accordance with established syllabi and lesson plans.
- Communication Skills-Provide objective and subjective feedback regarding student performance.
- Organizational Skills-Prepare administer and grade assignments, quizzes and tests.
- Computer Skills-Maintain records of student attendance, grades, lab, and/or homework assignments.
- Teamwork Skills- Communicate pro-actively with campus administration regarding student issues.
- Mechanical/Hand Tool Skills-Advise students regarding academic matters to improve successful course completion.
- Ensure campus and college regulations and policies are known and followed.
- Maintain a healthy, secure, and safe classroom environment.
- Report Preparation.
Business Instructor
Santa Barbara Business College
09.2008 - 03.2011
- Company Overview: (Non-Profit Organization)
- Analytical Skills- Identifies, selects, and modifies instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
- Communication Skills- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- Organizational Skills- Implements instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
- Computer Skills- Classes taught: Administrative Office Procedures, Business Development, College Success, Computer Concepts, Computer Accounting, General Business Law, Introduction to Business, Keyboarding I & II, Microsoft Office, Pre-Algebra, and Professional Resource Development.
- Teamwork Skills- Assists in assessing changing curricular needs and offers plans for improvement.
- Instructed students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and presentations.
- Implemented instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
- Identified, selected, and modified instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with various backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
General Studies Lecturer
California State University
06.2009 - 07.2009
- Company Overview: Educational Opportunity Program, Summer Bridge
- Analytical Skills- Demonstrated ability to interact at developmentally appropriate levels with undergraduate students.
- Communication Skills-Differentiate instruction to meet all needs, including those of five ESL students.
- Organizational Skills-Planned and taught whole class and small group lessons periodically, facilitating guided reading, writing, and math groups.
- Computer Skills- Assisted with interactive computer program to enhance student curriculum utilizing technology competently and comfortably.
- Teamwork Skills-Enhance student engagement for learning through maintaining collaborative learning classroom environment.
- Mechanical/Hand Tool Skills- Instructed and communicated with culturally, racially and linguistically diverse students.
- Demonstrated ability to interact at developmentally appropriate levels with undergraduate students.
- Planned and taught whole class and small group lessons periodically, facilitating guided reading, writing, and math groups.
- Enhanced student engagement for learning through maintaining collaborative learning classroom environment.
- Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with high school students, using developmentally appropriate activities and instructional strategies.
Education
Teaching Credential (CTE) -
University of San Diego
06.2028
Master’s in Public Policy & Administration (MPA) - undefined
California State University, Bakersfield
06.2007
Bachelor in Business Administration - undefined
California State University, Bakersfield
06.2005
Skills
- Negotiation techniques
- Operations management
- Leadership training
- Business analysis
Timeline
Business Instructor
University of Phoenix
12.2017 - 09.2019
General Studies Lecturer
California State University
06.2009 - 07.2009
Business Instructor
Santa Barbara Business College
09.2008 - 03.2011
Master’s in Public Policy & Administration (MPA) - undefined
California State University, Bakersfield
Bachelor in Business Administration - undefined
California State University, Bakersfield
Teaching Credential (CTE) -
University of San Diego
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