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Joshua T. Anderson (706) 980-9291 jshtanderson@gmail.com

902 Hillcrest St. Dalton, GA 30720

Education M.A. English – Rhetoric and Composition, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC. (May 2016) Thesis - The Mindful Tutor: Rhetorical Listening in Writing Center Work B.A. English (Cum Laude), Dalton State College, Dalton, GA. (May 2013) Teaching Experience Part-Time Instructor of English, Dalton State College (2021-Present) English 1101-Compsition I and English 1102-Composition II Serve as dual enrollment instructor for Dalton State College at Dalton High School. Taught two sections of 1101 in fall and two of 1102 in spring. Utilized GA View learning management system to facilitate learning. Engaged college, high school, and family stakeholders to support student learning. Designed activities and assignments based on student interest. Assisted students with college application process.

English Language Arts Teacher, Dalton High School, Dalton, GA. (2019-Present) IB Literature I, Grade 10 ESOL, Grade 10 Advanced American Literature, Grades 9 and 10 Literature and Composition Literature and Composition Taught International Baccalaureate, College Prep and English Language Learner (ELL) courses.

Utilized Canvas platform to develop paperless classroom. Utilized online learning platforms (NewsELA, Nearpod, Edublog, NoRedInk, and CommonLit) to support student learning.

Assisted with student recruitment into dual enrollment and International Baccalaureate courses.

Instructor of English, Chattanooga State Community College (2018-2019) English 1010-Composition I and English 1020-Composition II Developed course curriculum based on Tennessee Board of Regents and Chattanooga State Community College standards. Utilized the eLearn learning platform for progress monitoring, grading, and communication. Developed and ran a trial labor-based grading policy to facilitate writing growth. Taught dual credit English at East Ridge High School. Maintained communication with community stakeholders for dual credit coursework.

Online Adjunct Instructor, Georgia Northwestern Technical College (2017-2019) English 1101-Composition and Rhetoric Course delivered through Blackboard Learn platform. Developed scaffold-based curriculum allowing students to build on knowledge throughout semester. Utilized blogs, discussion boards, announcements, and email to facilitate student engagement. Employed video and audio files when appropriate to enhance and support student learning.

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Adjunct Instructor, Dual Enrollment, Georgia Northwestern Technical College (2016-2018) English 1101-Composition and Rhetoric, English 1102-Literature and Composition, English 2130-American Literature, and College Success-COLL 1001 Created curriculum based on state technical college standards. Emphasized all stages of the writing process and question posing. Assessments designed to further discussion and critical thinking skills. Developed curriculum based on textual connections to current events. Mentored students as they transition from secondary instruction into higher education. Utilized Blackboard Learn in order to digitally enhance coursework.

English Language Arts Teacher, Murray County High School, Chatsworth, GA. (2016-2018) Grade 10 Literature and Composition and Grade 11 American Literature Delivered custom, differentiated assessments based on curriculum readings. Managed student learning outcomes to facilitate growth. Utilized grouping and formative assessments to assist individual students. Aligned all assignments to state standards. Followed IEP and 504 plans.

Facilitated parent contacts via phone, email, and in-person. Google Classroom provided virtual component Instructor of Record, Department of English, Western Carolina University (2015-2016) English 101-Writing and Rhetoric and English 202-Writing and Critical Inquiry Designed syllabus and schedule around rhetoric and the writing process. Responsible for implementation of departmental and university standards. Utilized Blackboard for online assignment delivery and grading. Developed daily lesson plans. Facilitated classroom discussion. Highlighted revision and the writing process in the classroom. Attended professional development sessions.

Leadership & Service Grade Level Redesign and PLC Lead – Dalton High School (2021-Present) Led a professional learning community of eight colleagues in redesigning the American Literature curriculum at Dalton High School. Facilitated meetings, planning, and discussion.

Focused on student engagement and standards-based practices. Ensured equitable college engagement. Held one-on-one meetings with colleagues to seek input and troubleshoot issues that arose.

Leadership Team – Instruction and Engagement, Dalton High School (2020-Present) Met monthly with colleagues and administration to discuss and solve issues with instruction during the 2020-2021 academic year.

Learning Support English Redesign Committee, Chattanooga State Community College (2019) Worked with tenured colleague in developing new paragraph unit for learning support English students. Evaluated learning indicators and objectives. Wrote unit assignments to be used by all learning support students in understanding paragraph development.

English 1020-Comp II Curriculum Redesign Committee, Chattanooga State Community College (2019) Reviewed current curriculum. Created new learning indicators and learning objectives. Evaluated departmental survey concerning current curriculum model. Development new departmental syllabus. Established assignment guidelines.

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Search Committee, Chattanooga State Community College (2018-2019) Served on peer committee responsible for hiring two tenure-track English instructors. Reviewed position announcement. Conducted phone and in-person interviews. Completed reference check.

Vice President of Travel, Graduate Student Association, Western Carolina University (2015-2016) Responsible for awarding travel grants to graduate students. Managed $5,000 budget per semester. Oversaw $25,000 Chancellor Travel Fund. Revised application process based off of student demand. Attended bi-weekly meetings. Aided in student outreach through meeting design.

Library Advisory Group, Western Carolina University (2015-2016) Served on committee advising Dean of Library Services on student concerns with library functions.

English Dept. Senator, Graduate Student Association, Western Carolina University (2014-2015) Attended monthly meetings focusing on issues concerning graduate students.

Ambassador, Writing and Learning Commons, Western Carolina University (2014-2015) Reviewed policies and conducted disciplinary mediation sessions.

Teacher Certifications English (6-12), ESOL, & Gifted Certificate ID: 1510039 Georgia TaPP: Completed on August 27, 2018, through Northwest Georgia RESA. Conference Presentations “Reflecting Peaceful Pedagogy to the Community: Rhetorical Listening and its Role in Community Outreach.” Southeastern Writing Center Association Conference. Columbus State University. February, 2016. “‘Where’s My Voice?’: The Need for Graduate Tutor Discourse.” Mid-Atlantic Writing Center Association Conference. James Madison University. April, 2015.