Maurice Nelson

Experience

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  Pfizer

  May 2004 - Jan 2007

  Human Resources Assistant

  -Worked in Human Resources with Learning & Organizational Effectiveness group-Assisted in performing a gap analysis of compliance courses and e-learning courses-Managed learning classes by assisting in vendor relations-Assisted with colleague management of university master’s degree program

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  University of Connecticut Student Television

  May 2005 - May 2006

  General Manager

  -Reorganized to increase student production through increased advertising-Implementation of concrete production policies-Led a committee to rewrite the organization’s constitution-Led 3 managers and 4 directors, assisted in the development and implementation ofa $160,000 budget to increase role as a media organization on campus

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  Thomas J. Dodd Research Center

  May 2007 - Aug 2007

  Curriculum Designer

  -Processed a small archival collection to learn how material is organized -Worked across curatorial areas to develop two topical based resource guides of primary and secondary source material for teachers and students-Topics examined included “U.S. Immigration Experience: Cultural Preservation versus Assimilation” and “The Duality of Women’s Work in the 20th Century”

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  Avon High School

  Aug 2008 - Jul 2009

  High School History Teacher

  Taught World History I, World History II, and U.S. Civics-Collaborated to develop common state based written assessments to identify benchmarks-Organized and chaperoned students on Close Up Washington, D.C. field trip-Served as a member of the Faculty Council for National Honors Society

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  Sage Park Middle School

  Aug 2009 - Jul 2011

  Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  -Taught five sections of 7th grade ancient world history -7th grade Social Studies Data Team Leader (2010-2011)-Team 6 Academic Team Leader (2010-2011)-21st Century Learning Technology Grant enhancing student learning through technology.-Presented to the Board of Education on using technology in social studies to enhance learning-School Improvement Committee/School Data Team Member-CECA Technology Conference Hartford, CT April 2011Presented at the state capitol with a colleague and two seventh grade students on the enhancement of student learning in the social studies through the use of the e-learning tool Moodle. Show less

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  University of Phoenix

  Aug 2011 - Dec 2022

  -Ensured timely on boarding and training of new adjunct faculty through the facilitation of four weekly training in a combination of virtual and face to face sessions. This included facilitation lessons on adult learning theories, modeling instructional techniques, methodologies for providing online feedback, as well as adherence to university policies and guidelines.-Designed and delivered faculty training as part of the Faculty Development Plan, primarily focused on curriculum alignment, assessment of student learning, and differentiated instruction.-Directed local campus curriculum implementation with Humanities & Sciences faculty as well as facilitate faculty feedback to college instructional design team for continuous curriculum improvement.-Managed academic quality in local campus classes in San Diego associated with the following content areas: Humanities, History, English, Communication, Mathematics, and Physical Sciences.- Developed a team of Lead Faculty Area Chairs and Campus Faculty Assessment Liaisons as academic leaders in the oversight of approximately 150 adjunct faculty. -Maintained monthly department budget projections and managed Lead Faculty contracts amounting to over $200,000 annually.-Conducted classroom performance reviews on a team of 20 Lead Faculty to engage in professional coaching and development. -Evaluated local campus faculty performance based on a variety of quantitative and qualitative metrics utilizing a variety of reporting functions through Microsoft Excel.-Developed engagement strategies, such as a quarterly College of Humanities & Sciences faculty newsletter with faculty spotlights, instructional tips, and useful reminders using Microsoft Publisher.-Served as an appointed leader on the Campus Academic Council to set the strategic academic direction of the campus. -Investigated Student Code of Conduct and Faculty Code of Conduct issues to ensure adherence with university policies as well as state and federal laws. Show less -Provided enrollment and academic counseling to students in bachelors and master's program, including military students, international students, and non-traditional students.-Met with students face to face to help transition to university environment. Followed up with at risk students who had missing attendance issues, in jeopardy of academic failure, and provided both academic and emotional support. -Developed relationships with students to support them academically to achieve their degree. Provided one on one training with international students to help them continue their English language learning to accompany their academic studies.-Provided high quality customer service to all students with regular communication and updates on their academic progress while ensuring student satisfaction.-Guided students through the transcript evaluation, including international transcripts, and ensured students completed required placement exams.-Collaborate with colleagues to develop best practices and strategies for supporting students.-Facilitated team meetings with other advisors to examine qualitative and quantitative data regarding the student experience and student retention. Show less

  • Adjunct Instructor

    May 2012 - Dec 2022

  • Faculty Trainer & Program Manager, College of Humanities and Sciences

    Nov 2012 - Jun 2018

  • Student Services Advisor

    Aug 2011 - Oct 2012
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  24 Hour Fitness

  Apr 2015 - now

  Group Exercise Instructor

  -Deliver a one-hour total body workout to participants-BodyPump by Les Mills. -Teach a strength and conditioning class focuses on high repetitions and building endurance.-Preparation involved a focus on the choreography, modeling the technique, coaching and motivating participants to progress toward their fitness goals.

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  UC San Diego Extended Studies

  Feb 2019 - now

  Chair, Dean's Advisory Council on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

  • Program Manager, Division of Extended Studies

    Mar 2020 - now

  • Instructor Services, Professional and Continuing Education

    Feb 2019 - Feb 2020