1. Timothy J. Riley
3020 S 49th
St.
Omaha, Nebraska 68106
(402) 734-3137
triley@unomaha.edu
Education
Master of Arts
English, December 2016
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Graduate Certificate in Advanced Writing
Creative Non-Fiction (15 hours), 2014
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Master of Science
Secondary Education, English
University of Nebraska at Omaha, 2005
Teacher Certifications, Teacher Academy Project (TAP Program)
Endorsements: Grades 7-12, Journalism, English
University of Nebraska at Omaha, 2004
Bachelor of Science
Journalism and Public Relations
University of Nebraska at Omaha, 1993
Teaching & Academic Experience
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Nebraska at Omaha (August 2014 – May 2016)
Composition II (ENGL 116), Instructor of Record, 2015–2016
Composition I (ENGL 1150), Instructor of Record, 2014–2015
Taught students the value of critical thinking, reading, and writing through diverse,
theme-oriented collections of texts. Students wrote across different genre’s that required
immersion, interviewing, and observation. Facilitated group discussions of contemporary
topics. Encouraged invention through smaller writing tasks in a variety of modes.
Emphasized the writing process and revision using various workshop pedagogies.
Conducted individual and group writing conferences with students.

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Adjunct English Teacher
Colorado Community College System (2012 – Present)
Teaching online English Composition II and Developmental Reading and Writing
courses. Engaging students to use writing as a way to be introspective, analyze their own
thoughts, and grow personally through their own expression. Instructing students on how
to research ideas, write cohesive essays, and revise their work to achieve the goal of
communicating to a specific audience. Creating a student centered learning environment
where students learn to organize their thoughts/ideas, and then write an essay that will
enlighten, inform, entertain, convince, persuade and engage readers. Facilitating
discussions where students learn how to analyze reading and connect it to their own
experiences.
Adjunct English Teacher
Metropolitan Community College (2006 – Present)
Teaching traditional and online English Composition I. Also teaching traditional
Composition II, Literature, Business Communications, and Technical Writing courses.
Students write across different genre’s that requires immersion, interviewing, and
observation. Engaging students using cooperative and collaborative activities that
motivate students to apply, analyze, and evaluate reading and writing. Integrating
student-centered learning environments that support student leadership while upholding
student expectations that create engaging learning opportunities. Implementing various
workshop pedagogy that allows for experimental writing and peer feedback.
Adjunct English Teacher
Bellevue University (2008 – 2014)
Taught traditional and online English Composition I and II, Literature, and Business
Communications classes. Incorporated a constructive philosophy of teaching that
emboldens student-centered learning. Acted as a facilitator to promote student leadership
in initiating and creating positive learning opportunities. Facilitated discussions on
reading literature and understanding its elements, writing about literature, and
constructing arguments. Integrated writing labs to strengthen elements of grammar,
sentence structure, and essay writing. Incorporated technology to assist students
understanding of research and writing formats, and integrating research into their writing.
Substitute Teacher
Omaha Public Schools, Millard Public Schools, Papillion LaVita Public Schools,
2004 - Present
Grades 7-12, implementing a broad spectrum of lesson plans, maintaining the classroom-
learning environment, and adapting to a variety of teaching situations.

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English Teacher
Millard Public Schools (Summer 2009)
Planned lessons for two Junior English classes based on course district standards,
objectives, activities, and assessments. Incorporated various teaching strategies to
encourage independent thinking and expression of ideas for discussion and individual
writing. Connected lessons to students by allowing them to compare and contrast topics
to their lives and current events. Implemented various reading and writing strategies to
reinforce analytical thinking and comprehension. Collaborated with other English
teachers to plan and implement instructional goals, objectives, and methods adhering to
school and district guidelines.
Educational Aid and Student Teacher
Westside High School (2002 – 2004)
Mentored at-risk students through an in school mentor program. Supported and managed
students in the Math Instructional Media Center and provided administrative support to
20+ teachers. Embraced collegiality by volunteering for various school duties, sponsored
functions, and coached reserve and JV baseball.
Presentations
Co-presenter with Dr. Travis Adams, Writing Center Direction, University of Nebraska-Omaha,
“Reading Pedagogy for Writing Centers: Developing Tutor Training for the “New”
Reading Writer,” 2015 National Conference on Peer Tutoring in Writing, Salt Lake City,
November 5-8, 2015.
Consulting Experience
Writing Center Consultant
University of Nebraska at Omaha (2014–2015)
Engaged in one-on-one consultations with student and faculty writers at all stages of the
writing process. Frequently worked with non-native speakers to develop skills and
strategies for writing in English. Listened to writers’ concerns and posed questions to
help them think critically about writing. Studied Writing Center theory and pedagogy
Service & Development
UNO, First-Year Writing Committee (FYWC), 2015-2016
UNO, FYWC Hybrid and Online Teaching Subcommittee, 2015-2016

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Professional Experience
Freelance Writer
The Omaha Newspapers (2007 – 2013)
Responsible for meeting deadlines, interviewing, and writing stories that informed and
marketed businesses and events to our readers in the metro area.
Project Manager
CSG Systems, Inc. (1994-2001)
Identified and communicated key project objectives, milestones, status, issues and quality
elements to internal and external clients. Collaborated with business process owners to identify
solutions to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of business processes. Successfully
mediated and resolved task obstacles that would have compromised product implementations.
Fostered positive relationships with internal and external teams to ensure contract requirements
for complex projects were communicated and achieved. Consulted and assisted clients in the
development of Best Practice methodologies.
Community Service
Volunteer Mentor
Partnership 4 Kids (2011 – 2014)
Mentored elementary and middle school at-risk students for the Omaha Public Schools.