Christina McElwee

Experience

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  Grand Valley State University

  Jan 2009 - Dec 2018

  Adjunct Faculty

  Taught undergraduate and graduate courses for the GVSU College of Education Supervised field experience for Master’s level students Developed innovative instructional strategies for diverse student populations

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  Grand Rapids Community College

  May 2018 - now

  Teach developmental reading and writing, composition, and literature courses Design and deliver innovative teaching methodology that uses interactive learning and incorporates current instructional technology Develop and teach courses in multiple modalities include hybrid, face-to-face and onlineParticipate in English Department activities such as meetings, curriculum development, assessment, course revision, and college committee membership Co-lead a College Action Project focused on improving assessment of general educationServe on the GRCC Strategic Leadership TeamParticipate in cross-campus teams and committees Advise students on academic programs and careers related to the field of EnglishProvide leadership and mentoring for adjunct instructors as neededEngage in professional development opportunities to maintain expertise in the field of English, Developmental Education, and Literature Show less Planned and facilitated large scale professional development for faculty and staff including The Great Teachers Seminar, Faculty Learning Day, Faculty Showcase, and the Summer Teaching Institute Planned smaller scale professional development for faculty and staff including learning circles, evaluation training, wellness in the workplace, and other best practices Planned and facilitated GRCC’s New Faculty Program Led, coordinated, and supervised staff and advisory team for the Center for Teaching ExcellenceProvided supervision and evaluation of CTE Support Professional.Created annual department plans, budgets, and reports in partnership with the Dean of Instructional Support.Evaluated outcomes and impact of faculty professional development. Led, coordinated, and facilitated professional development for faculty and staff Provided assistance to academic departments in their development, implementation, and tracking of professional development activities Served as the primary campus advocate around issues related to faculty development and high quality teaching and learning practices Served in a leadership role on several college committees and teamsMarketed all Center for Teaching Excellence programming in multiple formatsMaintained the Center for Teaching Excellence website and social media Show less

  • Associate Professor Of English

    Aug 2011 - now

  • Director of Center for Teaching Excellence

    May 2018 - May 2020
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  Teal Couch Consulting LLC

  Oct 2021 - now

  Business Owner