RESUME
SHIRICE HARRIS
PROFILE
I am an innovative, progressive, and strategic communications leader with a commitment to the mission of education. I am someone who embraces creativity, new ideas and problem-solving. I am no stranger to multitasking, organizing and communicating effectively with varied groups of people.
LinkedIn Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/shiriceharris86
KEY SKILLS & ABILITIES
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Positive and professional, presentation and public speaking skills
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Design and management of printed and digital marketing
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Skilled in strategic and critical thinking and managing multiple complex activities and projects
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Leadership and excellent interpersonal skills
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
EXPERIENCE
University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA
Teaching Assistant, Educational Psychology, College of Education (Jan 2020-present)
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Design online curriculum and website page
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Utilize Moodle, Zoom, Kahoot, Slack and Packback technology
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Advise and interact with undergraduate students
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Collaborate with Educational Psychology teaching team
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Deliver weekly discussion section lessons
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Proctor exams and grade submitted work
Research Assistant, Office of International Programs (Jan 2019-present)
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Assist the director with organizing and promoting global field work opportunities
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Facilitate International Backpack Community Outreach Project for local schools
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Lead office and campus event planning and production
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Coordinate exchange programs and seminars for visiting international scholars
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Promotion and marketing of global field work programs
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Develop project based global field work curriculum for local high school students
Saipan International School, Saipan, CNMI, USA
7th-10th Grade Literature and Composition Teacher (Aug 2015 - Aug 2017)
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Taught creative writing techniques through Writer’s Workshop
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Taught Drama as part of the Arts program
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Assisted students in the development of analytical, and critical thinking skills
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Taught World Literature, American Literature as well as Junior High English courses
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Coached award-winning SIS National Speech and Debate Association Team
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Co-Advisor of the Art Club, Editor In Chief of The Scoop (school newspaper)
EFL Instructor (Dec 2013 - Jan 2013)
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Designed curriculum for month-long English language learning intensive program
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Introduced local culture to Korean students, through discussions and presentations of cuisine and dance
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Allowed students to use English dialogue they were taught in a fun, natural environment
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Created and utilized various English vocabulary games for students to play in the classroom
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Assigned projects enabling students to creatively express themselves through art and movement
Saipan Southern High School, Saipan, CNMI, USA
10th Grade English Language Arts Teacher (Aug 2014 - Aug 2015)
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Encouraged students to enhance vocabulary skills through weekly assessments
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Students improved skills in descriptive writing, critical thinking, and annotations
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Introduced students to literature circles method where they actively work together to analyze and discuss themes in literature, author’s purpose in writing, author’s style and literary devices.
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Created a classroom library to encourage independent reading among students
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Served as Co-Chairman of the English Department, Sophomore Class Advisor, and Co-Advisor of MYWAVE Club (Marianas Youth Welcomes All Visitors Enthusiastically)
11th Grade English Language Arts Teacher (Feb 2014 - Aug 2014)
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Taught lessons on modern American literature, poetry and grammar
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Taught writing workshops to help students improve essay and story writing skills
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Prepared students for SAT and ASVAB tests as well as general college transition
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Encouraged public speaking and research project completion on various topics
Disney English School, Shanghai, PRC
Foreign Trainer/EFL Instructor (May 2012 - July 2013)
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Created and executed comprehensive lesson plans to teach English as a foreign language
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Introduced various western cultures and the Disney brand to children aged 3-7
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Utilized methods that reflect the theory of multiple intelligences
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Used various activities, toys and innovative technology such as interactive whiteboards and Senteo assessment software
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Conducted sales demonstrations for potential students and their parents
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Assessed potential students’ abilities to ensure proper course level placement
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Extracurricular event creation, planning and scheduling
Aston Educational Group, Jinan, Shandong, PRC
EFL Instructor (March 2011 - March 2012)
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Created and executed comprehensive lesson plans to teach English as a second language to children aged 6-17, and adults aged 18-40
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Managed Western Culture Club, which contributed to fostering an understanding of various non-Asian cultural and societal norms through research, activities and presentations.
Gage Eckington Elementary School, Washington, DC, USA
Tutor (Aug 2005 - May 2006)
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Tutored children in grades 2-5 in Social Sciences and reading comprehension
VOLUNTEER WORK
Marianas Young Professionals, Saipan, CNMI, USA
Community Youth Mentorship Program (June 2016 - June 2017)
Typhoon Soudelor Recovery Relief Efforts (Aug 2015 - Sept 2015)
Marianas Visitors Authority, Saipan, CNMI, USA
MYWAVE - Marianas Youth Welcomes All Visitors Enthusiastically Club Advisor (Aug 2014 - May 2015)
Heart to Heart, Shanghai, PRC
Playroom Volunteer (Oct 2012 - June 2013)
Grace International Outreach Ministries, Worcester, MA, USA
Volunteer (2002 - 2008)
EDUCATION
The Graduate College of Education - University of Illinois
Champaign-Urbana campus, Illinois, USA (Present - 2020)
Master in Education Policy, Organization & Leadership- Diversity and Inclusion/Global Studies
Teachers College-TEFL Institute - Columbia University
New York, USA (Dec 2011- June 2012)
Teaching English as a Foreign Language to Children Certificate
Cathy Hughes School of Communications - Howard University
Washington, DC, USA (Aug 2004 - May 2009)
Bachelor of Arts in Television Production; Minor in Caribbean Studies- Sociology
QUALIFICATIONS
United States Board of Education Praxis
I and II teaching certification exams
National Education Association
Member
Illinois Education Association
Member
Marianas Young Professionals
Member
Kappa Delta Pi
Member