Melody Sherard Redman is seeking a position in higher education. She has a Master's degree in Sociology from the University of Akron and Kent State University and a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of Akron. She has over 5 years of experience in teaching, research, and academic advising roles focused on supporting non-traditional and first-generation students at the University of Akron.

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M E L O D Y S H E R A R D R E D M A N
EDUCATION
2014 – 17 University of Akron/ Kent State University Akron, OH
M.A in Sociology
2010 – 14 University of Akron Akron, OH
B.A in Sociology
TEACHING
2015 Focus on Success 10003 1100:191:002 Instructor
2014 Focus on Success 10003 1100:191:002 Teaching Assistant
Focus on Success is an eight-week, one credit refresher/support class for
returning adult students.
Topics include:
Writing a research paper, note-taking, testing skills, reading comprehension
and memory, Bloom’s New Taxonomy, time management, communication
techniques with instructors and 7 habits that successful adult students need
to excel at UA.
I provide Independent Study for students with scheduling problems by
appointment.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2016 – Present University of Akron Sociology Department Akron. OH
Graduate Assistant
+ Introduction to Sociology Tutor
+ Mentor to incoming MA Candidates
2015 – 16 University of Akron Sociology Department Akron. OH
Graduate Teaching Assistant
+ Introduction into Sociology
+ Supported students through Facilitating Class Discussions
+ Assisted Students with Assignments

2. 2015 University of Akron Adult Focus Program Akron. OH
Teaching Assistant/Instructor of Record
+ Developed Course Work
+ Lectured
+ Oriented Non-Traditional Students to the University
+ Curriculum development, PowerPoints, Reading lists
+ Facilitated Orientation into Academia
+ Academic Counseling
+ Mentoring Students
2014 – 16 University of Akron Adult Focus Department Akron. OH
Research Graduate Assistant
+ Academic Advising to Non-Traditional Students
+ Orienting Traditional Students to the University
+ Guided Students Through Basic Computer Navigation
+ Facilitated New Student Orientation Activities
+ Academic Counseling
+ Mentoring Students
+ Teaching Assistant
2004 – 2010 Canal Square/University Park YMCA Akron. OH
Aquatics Coordinator
+ Supervised all Aquatics Activities
+ Developed and Supervised Volunteer Services
+ Taught and Supervised Swim lessons and Water Aerobics
+ Trained and certified Water Fitness Instructors
+ Developed and Ran all Programs
+ Implemented Red Cross In-Service Activities for Staff
+ Trained, Hired and Supervised Life Guards and Swim Instructors
+ Community Development Through Learn-To-Swim Initiatives
+ Scheduled all Staff
+ Maintained Red Cross Certifications
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
+ Proficiency in the following software/programs:
o PeopleSoft
o Springboard
o Microsoft Word
o STATA
o SPSS
o Power Point

3. + Excellent Communication Ability with a Specialty in Mentorship
+ Familiarity with Windows OS
+ Program Development
REFERENCES
Available upon request