Alison Caldwell
Curriculum Vitae
133 Andy Holt Humanities Building
Department of English
University of Tennessee at Martin
Martin, Tennessee 38237
Office Phone: 731.881.7285
Email: alisonc@utm.edu
QUALIFICATIONS
· Extensive knowledge of grammar and the English language
· Experience working with non-traditional, developmental, and ESL students
· Teaching experience in both a community college and university environment
· Ability to quickly learn new tasks and adapt to new environments
WORK HISTORY
Aug 2003 – present Instructor of English – University of Tennessee at Martin, Martin, Tennessee
As an instructor of English at UT Martin, I teach a variety of courses including English 100, Critical Thinking and Writing; English 111 and 112, Composition; English 251, British Literary Tradition; and English 261, American Literary Tradition. I hold regular office hours and work six to ten hours per week as a Writing Center Assistant.
Summer 2003 and 2004 Instructor of English – Upward Bound, Murray State University, Murray, Kentucky
As a summer English instructor for the Upward Bound program, I teach grammar, vocabulary, writing, and research skills to high school students for five weeks.
Aug 2001 – May 2003 English Adjunct and Graduate Assistant - Murray State University, Murray, Kentucky
As an English adjunct at MSU, I taught English 100, Developmental Writing; English 101, Composition; and English 102, Research and Composition to a variety of students, held regular office hours, attended staff meetings, and collaborated with colleagues to improve curriculum. I also instructed writing labs, assisted in English 111 courses, and regularly prepared and presented academic workshops.
Aug 2000 - Aug 2001 English Writing Center Student Assistant - University of Tennessee at Martin, Martin, Tennessee
As a student assistant, I tutored students of all ages and backgrounds in English grammar and offered advice concerning papers and essays of all types. I also worked with ESL students and hosted “Talk Time,” an informal discussion group in which students gain practice communicating in English. My duties also required assistance in the preparation of academic presentations and workshops.
Aug 2000 - May 2001 Copy Editor - "The Pacer," University of Tennessee at Martin, Martin, Tennessee
As Copy Editor of UT Martin's student-produced weekly newspaper, I edited press releases, student articles, advertisements, and editorials in APA style.
Apr 1998 -Aug 2000 Cashier and Stock Crew Member - E.W. James & Sons, Union City, Tennessee
As a supermarket cashier and stock crew member, I worked as part of a team to achieve set goals and practiced outstanding social skills with the public.
EDUCATION
2001 - 2003 Murray State University - Master of Arts degree
- English major
- overall GPA: 4.0/4.0
1998 - 2001 University of Tennessee at Martin - Bachelor of Arts degree
- English major/ philosophy minor
- overall GPA: 3.6/4.0
1993 - 1997 Fulton County High School, Hickman, Kentucky - enrichment diploma
SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES & SERVICE
- ESL and Multicultural Concerns Committee member, UT Martin English Department, 2003-2004
- Student representative on Murray State University 's Academic Council and Graduate Studies Committee, Fall 2002 - Spring 2003
- Session Chair at Murray State University 's "Knock, Knock! Who's There? Teaching the Importance of Audience: 16th Annual Rhetoric and Composition
Colloquium," April 4, 2003
- Presenter at Murray State University‘s “Reading and Writing Connections: 15th Annual Rhetoric and Composition Colloquium,” April 5, 2002
- Freelance Proofreader
- Student Editor for Bean Switch 2001, UT Martin's annual literary publication
- Private tutor for ESL students
INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL
- England / Scotland May, 2001 Participation in UTM Travel Study Program
- England / France March, 2000 Participation in UTM Travel Study Program
REFERENCES
Available upon request.