Kay Berke

 Kay Berke

Kay C. Berke

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Southwestern College - Reading


Resume

  • 2011

    San Diego Community College District

    Miramar College

    San Diego

    California

    Taught developmental and college level reading courses

    both in-classroom and hybrid. Educated at all levels

    including courses in English Composition I and II

    Remedial Reading

    Remedial English

    Study Skills

    College Skills

    Grammar and Children's Literature

    to a diverse student body in daytime

    evening and Saturday classes on main campus and extension centers. Provided instruction in developmental reading courses

    including Developmental Reading

    Reading for College Courses and English. Integrated reading

    writing and critical thinking into various course content and taught adult learners

    as well as multicultural and at-risk students. Participated in and implemented curriculum planning

    syllabus writing

    examination development

    textbook selection

    program evaluation and revision

    and other professional planning activities. Maintained an active and ongoing program of professional development in reading

    English and other areas related to the adult community college learner. Developed and executed training strategies and aligned learning needs with key learning objectives.

    Miramar College English Department Faculty

    San Diego Community College District

    Greater San Diego Area

    •\tConduct analyses to identify and validate training requirements and document results of analyses.\n•\tDevelop and recommend alternative training strategies for consideration of decision-makers\n•\tDesign

    develop

    and implement instruction in a systematic manner. Select instructional media

    materials

    and equipment to meet learning objectives.\n•\tPlan

    supervise

    and accomplish production of all instructional materials.\n•\tDesign

    develop

    and implement courseware for computer-based

    web-based

    and distributed\t\tlearning presentations.\n•\tEvaluate learning and instruction using formative and summative evaluation techniques.\n•\tOperate a data base system for maintaining assigned training systems hardware

    software

    and courseware operational and currency status.\n•\tInstruct client personnel on procedures

    processes

    and methods of operating

    maintaining

    revising

    and enhancing the assigned training system.\n•\tUse appropriate industry and government standards and specifications.

    Instructional Designer

    L3 Technologies

    Mesa College

    San Diego

    California

    Taught developmental and college level reading courses

    both in-classroom and hybrid. Educated at all levels

    including courses in English Composition I and II

    Remedial Reading

    Remedial English

    Study Skills

    College Skills

    Grammar and Children's Literature

    to a diverse student body in daytime

    evening and Saturday classes on main campus and extension centers. Provided instruction in developmental reading courses

    including Developmental Reading

    Reading for College Courses and English. Integrated reading

    writing and critical thinking into various course content and taught adult learners

    as well as multicultural and at-risk students. Participated in and implemented curriculum planning

    syllabus writing

    examination development

    textbook selection

    program evaluation and revision

    and other professional planning activities. Maintained an active and ongoing program of professional development in reading

    English and other areas related to the adult community college learner. Developed and executed training strategies and aligned learning needs with key learning objectives.

    Mesa College English Department Faculty

    San Diego Community College District

    Howell

    Michigan

    Publication of Accreditation for Cleary University Self-Study Report written by Kay C (Casey) Roberts-Berke

    Liaison Officer for the North Central Accreditation Association

    Cleary University

  • 2010

    Southwestern Community College District

    Chula Vista

    California

    Taught developmental and college level reading courses

    both in-classroom and hybrid. Educated at all levels

    including courses in English Composition I and II

    Remedial Reading

    Remedial English

    Study Skills

    College Skills

    Grammar and Children's Literature

    to a diverse student body in daytime

    evening and Saturday classes on main campus and extension centers. Provided instruction in developmental reading courses

    including Developmental Reading

    Reading for College Courses and English. Integrated reading

    writing and critical thinking into various course content and taught adult learners

    as well as multicultural and at-risk students. Participated in and implemented curriculum planning

    syllabus writing

    examination development

    textbook selection

    program evaluation and revision

    and other professional planning activities. Maintained an active and ongoing program of professional development in reading

    English and other areas related to the adult community college learner. Developed and executed training strategies and aligned learning needs with key learning objectives.

    Southwestern College English Department Faculty

    Southwestern Community College District

  • 2007

    SYS Technologies

    San Diego

    California

    Designed

    developed and implemented courseware for distributed

    as well as computer and web-based learning presentations

    for the United States Navy.

    Instructional Systems Designer

    SYS Technologies

  • 2001

    University of Phoenix

    Kids'​ Camous Child Care Center

    Inc.

    Lansing Community College

    Phoenix

    Arizona

    Taught online and ground English

    Communication and general education courses

    e.g. Skills for Professional Development

    Written Communication

    Communication Skills for Career Growth

    Introduction to Effective Written Communication

    Business Communication Skills

    Essentials of College Writing and Skills for Lifelong Learning.

    English Department Faculty

    University of Phoenix

    Howell

    Michigan

    As the owner and director of a child care center of 60 children ranging from infants through 12 years-old

    I ran every aspect of the business

    including supervising staff

    providing on-site care and education for the children and support to preschool teachers and staff

    conducting all business

    human resources management and teaching. I ensured the fulfillment of the goals and objectives of the National Association for Young Children Education (NAYCE) Early Childhood program to become accredited by them

    and I assisted other centers and programs in achieving annual goals and attaining accreditation.

    Director/Owner

    Kids'​ Camous Child Care Center

    Inc.

    Lansing

    MIchigan

    Guided and managed a wide range of services to include reading

    writing and math placement exams; make-up exams; test scanning; online education and tests; telecoursework and tests; professional certifications for an assortment of high-stake tests; as well as additional testing processes. Maintained a technologically advanced

    secure testing environment. Lead a large team of staff to support students

    faculty and staff in high testing

    support services and customer service standards.

    Director of Assessment Center

    Lansing Community College

  • 1996

    Howell

    Michigan

    Developed and implemented training strategies and aligned learning needs with key business objectives for a highly technical organization. Participated on a team in developing curricula in all areas of the college and on a team that hired prospective faculty and administrators. Prepared and developed appropriate instructional materials for the curriculum. Participated actively in professional activities such as curriculum planning

    syllabus writing

    examination development

    textbook selection

    program evaluation and other professional planning and activities on a year-round basis. Created and implemented an outcomes assessment process for all classes offered at the college within a team of curriculum leaders. Participated in Academic Council

    a team comprised of curriculum leaders (chairs) of departments throughout the college

    the Vice President of Academic Affairs and the deans

    to decide academic policies. Collaborated with two other faculty members in writing the year-long Cleary College Research Project.

    Curriculum Leader/Senior Faculty

    Cleary University

  • 1994

    Cleary University

    L3 Technologies

    Howell

    Michigan

    Established the Center for Teaching Excellence to improve support to faculty. Coordinated and provided preparation for new faculty and mentored faculty development. Directed the faculty support services. Planned and coordinated a series of faculty development seminars and workshops to address teaching and learning issues of importance to the faculty. Worked with each faculty member to assess their development needs and implemented individualized development plans. Assembled a library of the most current teaching resource materials for education and made available to faculty. Managed the academic administration of students through counseling

    and provided academic support in development and orientation. Planned and coordinated academic records. Acted as liaison to other areas of the college. Facilitated various adminstrative and leadership functions.

    Chairperson

    Center for Teaching Excellence

    Cleary University

    The University of Michigan Alumni Association

  • 1981

    Washtenaw Community College

    Ann Arbor

    Michigan

    Educated at all levels

    including courses in English Composition I and II

    Remedial Reading

    Remedial English

    Study Skills

    College Skills

    Grammar and Children's Literature

    to a diverse student body in daytime

    evening and Saturday classes on main campus and extension centers. Provided instruction in developmental reading courses

    including Developmental Reading

    Reading for College Courses and English. Integrated reading

    writing and critical thinking into various course content and taught adult learners

    as well as multicultural and at-risk students. Participated in and implemented curriculum planning

    syllabus writing

    examination development

    textbook selection

    program evaluation and revision

    and other professional planning activities. Maintained an active and ongoing program of professional development in reading

    English and other areas related to the adult community college learner. Developed and executed training strategies and aligned learning needs with key learning objectives.

    English Department Faculty

    Washtenaw Community College

  • 1979

    Master of Arts

    University of Michigan Athletic Department - Reading and Study Techniques - worked with the male football and basketball players to teach them effective learning styles and studies. Oversaw program of athletic study tables \nThe University of Michigan Women's League - assisted with helping the community\nTaught at the University of Michigan Reading and Learning Skills Center during and after earning my Masters Degree.

    Curriculum and Instruction

    Reading and Literacy Society\nThe University of Michigan Athletic Department \nThe University of Michigan Reading and Learning Skills Center

    University of Michigan

    Education

    Microsoft Word

    Microsoft Power Point

  • 1975

    Sign Languages

    Bachelor's degree

    University of Michigan Athletic Department - Reading and Study Techniques - worked with the male football and basketball players to teach them effective learning styles and studies. Oversaw program of athletic study tables \nThe University of Michigan Women's League - assisted with helping the community

    Education/Reading

    Reading and Literacy Society\nThe University of Michigan Athletic Department \nThe University of Michigan Reading and Learning Skills Center

    University of Michigan

    Higher Education

  • Basketball Assistant Coach

    Hamburg Athletic Association

    Assistant Football Coach

    Coached Boys Junior and Varsity Football

    Hamburg Athletic Association

    E-Learning

    Grant Writing

    Higher Education

    Teaching

    College Teaching

    Classroom

    Student Affairs

    Program Development

    Distance Learning

    Curriculum Design

    Research

    Student Development

    Adult Education

    Tutoring

    Curriculum Development

    Educational Technology

    Community Outreach

    Instructional Design

    Public Speaking

    Staff Development

    Cleary University North Central Accreditation Association Self-Study Report

    Cleary University North Central Accreditation Association Self-Study Report

    Berke

    I have many years of successful experience in teaching at the college/university level. (Updating)

    Kay C

    Berke