James Kendall
Athens
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience across multiple academic levels, specializing in curriculum development and classroom management. Proven track record of enhancing student engagement through innovative teaching strategies and effective assessment design. Committed to fostering diverse learning environments and mentoring students for academic success.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Long-term Substitute Teacher
Athens Academy
Athens
08.2022 - Current
- Led US and European History, AP Political Science, and English courses during faculty absences, ensuring continuity of education and student engagement.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student learning needs.
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance curriculum and instructional strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior to create a positive learning environment.
Adjunct Professor
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Facilitated classroom discussions that promoted critical thinking and deeper understanding among students.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles and improve student engagement.
- Collaborated with faculty to ensure curriculum alignment with academic standards and enhance overall program quality.
- Developed course materials for diverse student populations.
- Utilized technology to support innovative teaching methods.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and feedback.
- Prepared, administered and graded exams and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Participated in faculty meetings to discuss program improvements and goals.
- Developed custom course syllabus outlining standards, materials, grading, and progression for students.
Adjunct Professor
Houston Community College, LoneStar College, San Jacinto College
Metro Houston
09.2013 - 08.2015
- Instructed 27 semester hours per semester of US and Texas government, US and Texas history across three institutions, fostering diverse learning environments.
- Led engaging classroom discussions that promoted critical thinking and student participation.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and feedback.
- Utilized technology to support innovative teaching methods.
- Created comprehensive course syllabus detailing standards, materials, grading, and progression to guide student learning.
- Created course syllabus that aligned with curriculum and university guidelines.
- Distributed and posted course syllabus and answered student questions regarding standards, material, grading, and progression at beginning of semester.
Assistant Professor of History
Virginia Community College System
Alberta
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Delivered engaging lectures on subject matter expertise.
- Developed curriculum materials for diverse student populations.
- Introduced and refined Dual Credit/Enrollment courses on campus and at local rural secondary schools to enhance educational access.
- Created lesson plans and developed instructional materials covering required topics and learning objectives.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and feedback.
- Evaluated student progress and provided targeted feedback to support academic growth.
- Mentored students in academic and career planning.
- Led community outreach initiatives to boost student recruitment and engagement.
Assistant Professor of History and Political Science
Midway College
Midway
01.2008 - 05.2012
- Instructed US History and Government courses at a traditional liberal arts women's institution, fostering critical thinking and civic engagement.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans and instructional materials that aligned with learning objectives and enhanced student understanding of key concepts.
- Assessed student progress through grading assignments and delivering constructive feedback, guiding academic improvement and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Mentored students on academic and professional development paths.
- Served as faculty sponsor of Amnesty International student chapter.
Assistant Professor of Political Science
Valencia Community College
Orlando
07.2006 - 12.2007
- Partnered with faculty to enhance teaching strategies and develop academic programs, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Facilitated student engagement in lectures by promoting opinion sharing and group interactions, enriching classroom discussions.
- Attended faculty meetings and participated in student outcome assessments with departmental members.
- Participated in departmental meetings to discuss curriculum development and faculty initiatives.
- Managed department workload during Faculty Chair's transition to retirement, ensuring continuity in operations.
Education
Teacher Certification - Upper School History
Piedmont College
Athens, GA05-2022
Master of Arts with Distinction - Political Science, History
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY12-2000
Bachelor of Arts - Print Journalism
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY05-1992
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Assessment design
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Learning facilitation
- Digital literacy
- Extracurricular engagement
Publications Awards Affiliations
- A Documentary History of the American Civil War Era, 1, Thomas Mackey, University of Tennessee Press, 2012
- Encyclopedia of Louisville, John Kleber, Univ. Press of Kentucky, 2000
- Across A Common Divide: Housing and Community Identity in Northern Ireland, University of Louisville, ProQuest, UMI Dissertations Publishing, 2000, #1403317
Affiliations
- Association of Returned Peace Corps Volunteers
- Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels
- Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society
References And Salary History
Available Upon Request
Memberships And Organizations
- American Political Science Association
- Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society
- Pi Sigma Alpha Political Science Honor Society
Educational Degrees
- Master of Arts with Distinction, Political Science and History, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY
- Bachelor of Arts, Print Journalism, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY
- Teacher Certification, Upper School History, Piedmont College, Athens, GA
Languages
French
Advanced (C1)
C1
Certification
- GA State Teaching Certification #1678925
Timeline
Long-term Substitute Teacher
Athens Academy
08.2022 - Current
Adjunct Professor
Central Piedmont Community College
08.2015 - 05.2019
Adjunct Professor
Houston Community College, LoneStar College, San Jacinto College
09.2013 - 08.2015
Assistant Professor of History
Virginia Community College System
08.2012 - 08.2013
Assistant Professor of History and Political Science
Midway College
01.2008 - 05.2012
Assistant Professor of Political Science
Valencia Community College
07.2006 - 12.2007
Teacher Certification - Upper School History
Piedmont College
Master of Arts with Distinction - Political Science, History
University of Louisville
Bachelor of Arts - Print Journalism
Western Kentucky University