Hina Kalyal
LONDON,ON
Summary
Committed professional with several years of experience in academic landscape, including student evaluation and creative teaching methods implementation. Eager contributions to professional efforts to assist student development. Hands-on approach to cultivating curriculum and challenging in-classroom projects.
Qualified Instructor and Curriculum Developer offering several years of experience. Skilled at collaborating with management teams working across diverse operational platforms to introduce targeted training programs. Highly dedicated to achieving service excellence via implementation of optimal learning platforms.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Professor
Huron College
London , ON
09.2022 - Current
- Created assessment tools for evaluating student performance in coursework.
- Supervised independent research projects conducted by undergraduates or graduates.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching methods that enhanced student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Organized guest lectures from experts in the field of study to supplement course content.
- Created lesson plans and developed instructional materials covering required topics and learning objectives.
- Performed research using various tools and published papers in national journals.
- Maintained student engagement through creative subject delivery and learning activities.
- Constructed quizzes, exams and homework assignments to test student aptitude.
- Created assessments that measure student progress towards established learning objectives.
- Collaborated with faculty members to update existing curricula to meet changing needs.
- Reviewed literature related to various topics of instruction in order to create relevant lesson plans.
- Conducted research to identify best practices in curriculum development.
- Conducted research on emerging trends in education and best practices for curriculum design.
- Incorporated principles of Universal Design for Learning into all aspects of curriculum design.
Planning and Research Analyst
London Police Service
London, Ontario
11.2019 - Current
- Assisted with business plans by providing research-based inputs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy of research results.
- Monitored current events and emerging trends to keep abreast with changes in policing.
- Presented findings to management and executive leadership and fielded questions to help refine strategies.
- Collected and analyzed data utilizing advanced analytics techniques.
- Designed and developed training materials for new employees in the organization.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.
- Recommended changes or improvements in existing training processes as needed.
- Created multimedia presentations with PowerPoint and video conferencing tools.
- Assessed training needs through surveys, interviews with employees or focus groups.
- Participated in and attended meetings or seminars to obtain information for use in training programs.
- Used role-playing, lectures, and simulations to present information in variety of instructional techniques and formats.
- Monitored, evaluated and recorded training activities or program effectiveness.
- Evaluated training materials prepared by instructors and offered actionable suggestions for improvement.
- Suggested and offered specific training programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills.
- Evaluated modes of training delivery to optimize training effectiveness, training costs or environmental impacts.
- Devised programs to develop executive potential among employees in lower-level positions.
- Maintained strong knowledge by participating in workshops, conferences, and online education classes.
- Compiled comprehensive reports summarizing key findings from multiple sources of information.
- Conducted literature reviews and synthesized research to identify gaps in knowledge and inform project objectives.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to design experiments, collect data, and interpret results.
- Evaluated existing policies and practices related to research initiatives.
- Developed survey instruments, analyzed data, and prepared reports for a variety of research projects.
- Wrote, compiled and edited assigned portions of proposals and project reports to achieve grant writing and publication objectives.
- Published experimental and research findings in scientific publications and journals.
- Attended industry conferences and meetings to stay abreast of new theories and findings.
- Planned and coordinated activities across multiple teams to facilitate the implementation of organizational change initiatives.
- Participated in organizational change initiatives by providing input on potential solutions and communicating changes effectively.
- Provided guidance on best practices for managing organizational change.
- Evaluated existing policies, procedures, systems, and processes related to organizational change efforts.
Lecturer
King's University College
London, Ontario
09.2019 - 04.2024
- Involved in departmental activities such as curriculum development, faculty meetings, advising sessions.
- Mentored under-graduate students with their research projects and dissertations.
- Delivered lectures to undergraduate classes of varying sizes.
- Developed syllabi, lesson plans and lecture materials for courses taught.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative teaching methods to engage students.
- Utilized diverse teaching methods, lectures, presentations and class activities to deliver curriculum.
- Selected innovative teaching methods to deliver course content.
- Contributed to the accreditation processes by preparing necessary documentation and reports showcasing the department's achievements.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to accommodate diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Conducted regular assessment of student performance through assignments, tests, and examinations to monitor progress and provide timely feedback.
- Incorporated technology and multimedia tools into lectures to enhance learning experiences and accommodate various learning preferences.
- Engaged in scholarly research, contributing to the academic community through publications in peer-reviewed journals.
- Collaborated with faculty members in curriculum development and revision processes to ensure course content remains current and relevant.
- Provided letters of recommendation and other referrals to students pursuing further education programs or postgraduate employment.
- Encouraged students to actively participate in class through positive reinforcement and engagement techniques.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
Education
Ph.D. - Sociology
University of Western Ontario
London, ON06-2019
Ph.D. - Organizational Behaviour And Human Resource Management
National University of Sciences And Technology
Islamabad, Pakistan09-2009
Master of Science - Public Administration
Quaid-e-Azam University
Islamabad, Pakistan01-1997
Skills
- Lesson Plan Creation
- Evaluations and assessments
- Technology-based learning tools
- Class Instruction
- Distance learning tools
- Academic advisement
- Project Management
- Thesis guidance
- Research expertise
- Cultural Competency
- Course design
- Lecturing
- Differentiated Instruction
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Performance Improvement
- Academic Research
- Qualitative Research
- Quantitative Research
- Inclusive Pedagogy
- Diversity awareness
- Organizational Assessment
Affiliations
- Gardening
- Making jigsaw puzzles
- Solving crossword puzzles
- Reading
- Listens to music
- Political news enthusiast
Accomplishments
Immigration Stories Exhibition Participant at Fanshawe Pioneer Village 2023
Resilient Londoners Exhibition Participant at Museum London 2023
Outstanding Book Award by the American Society of Criminology 2022
I Am London Award London and Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership 2022
Partnering with a Purpose Award by United Way Elgin Middlesex 2020
CSA Outstanding Graduating Student Award Canadian Sociological Association 2019
Ontario Trillium Scholarship (CAD 160, 000) by the Govt. of Ontario 2015-2019
Western Graduate Research Scholarship (CAD 42,800) by Western Uni 2015-2019
Fulbright Postdoctoral Scholarship (US$ 48,000) US State Department 2012-2013
Research Support Initiative Program (US$ 7,200) by Govt. of Pakistan Mar-Sep 2008
Mega IT Scholarship (US$ 6,000) by Govt. of Pakistan 2002-2005
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Urdu
Native/ Bilingual
Punjabi
Limited
French
Elementary
Pushto
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Professor
Huron College
09.2022 - Current
Planning and Research Analyst
London Police Service
11.2019 - Current
Lecturer
King's University College
09.2019 - 04.2024
Ph.D. - Sociology
University of Western Ontario
Ph.D. - Organizational Behaviour And Human Resource Management
National University of Sciences And Technology
Master of Science - Public Administration
Quaid-e-Azam University
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