University Experience

Academic Outreach Leader, STEM Scholars Program

• Facilitated and managed STEM summer outreach program to local middle and high school students

• Prepared STEM literature documenting academic outreach, research and community efforts for LSAMP and NSA

• Implemented and maintained tutoring sessions for KSU students taking gateway math and science courses

• Developed collaboration process with SI leadership, MathLab Tutoring, and Life Long Center to promote Academic Support by managing volunteers and providing tutoring training sessions

Lab Assistant, Department of Biology and Physics

• Promoted student-centered learning environment to area high school students

• Calibrated laboratory equipment, supervised experiments to ensure proper protocol of chemical usage, storage and disposal

• Maintained fresh solutions and re-agents and ensured safety compliance and hazardous waste disposal

• Trained students in using lap equipment such as pH meters, conductivity meters, and data analysis using Excel

Peer Leading, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

• Worked with nursing students to review relevant chemistry concepts: thermodynamics, stoichiometry, rates and reactions

• Trained students in sterilization techniques, handling of harmful materials and basic lab safety techniques

Research Assistant, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

• Researched a novel approach to teaching kinetic rates using algebra (in lieu of calculus) to first year chemistry majors

• Performed procedures and calculations crucial to quality control, including pH testing, and instrument calibrations

• Researched journal articles for first, second and zero order reactions with luminescence

• Developed and maintained detailed chemistry manufacture/sales contact list

• Co-authorship: “Charting an Alternate Pathway to Reaction Orders and Rate Laws in Introductory Chemistry Courses" currently in review with Journal of Chemical Education

Research Assistant, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

• Converted three amines to their N-trifluoroacetyl derivatives and the products were examined by H1 NMR to confirm structure.  The three products were made for future examination of long-range electronic effects in peptide reactivity

• Prepared AuNP-CTAB conjugates utilizing seed growth.  The conjugates were examined using H1 NMR, UV-vis and FTIR.

• Responsible for general set-up and management of experiments as well as collection and analysis of data

• Tracked inventory and ensured proper waste disposal, followed lab protocols, sanitation standards and testing procedures

• Prepared chemical solutions and reagents; analyzed and reported findings; investigated atypical results and discrepancies to determine causation

• Maintained a meticulous laboratory notebook detailing all experiments, procedures, research used, and data analysis

Methods

Titrations

Chromatography

Extractions/Distillations

Purification

PCR

TLC

HPLC

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Work experience
 

• Managed classroom and provide instructions according to plans as prepared by the classroom teacher

• In absence of teacher, assisted with all aspects of daily routine, including distributing and collecting supplies, keeping attendance records, lunchroom duty, administering exams and collaborating with section teachers

Supply Substitute, McEachern High School & Campbell High School

• Instructed various sections of Earth Systems, Chemistry and Honors Chemistry for grades 9-12

• Prepared diverse lessons plans that promoted mastery in subject area that encompassed instructional technology

• Evaluated, developed, and implemented a quality, enriched curriculum that aligns with Georgia Standards

• Supervised and maintained a safe environment for hands-on science lab and other project related course work

• Continually accessed and communicated student progress toward mastery of standards by collecting and tracking data, providing daily feedback, weekly assessments, and monthly progress reports

• Maintained student records, grading, and inputting into Pinnacle and held tutoring sessions before and after school

• Enforced regulations concerning student conduct and discipline per rules, regulations, and policies of the school

• Performed duties such as lunch monitor, hallway monitor, administered detention and assisted as needed

• Collaborated with Co-teacher and paraprofessionals in implementing lesson plans that implemented accommodations and modifications for growth and success of all students

Vanguard Modular Building Systems, LLC – Branch Operations Manager

• Utilized expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, Blue Prints, Construction permits to provided Branch operations support for Area Sales Manager, VP of Sales, VP of Government Construction and VP of Construction Services

• Regulated and maintained company standard operating procedures, OSHA compliance and prepared contracts

• Developed and managed branch and fleet budget, inventory, and handled procurement of all project costs as fleet administrator