Christine Crutchfield
WEB: Christine-Crutchfield.com | EMAIL: cncrutchfield@gmail.com | PHONE: (619) 261-3768
Summary
The English language is my passion, both in practicality and creative endeavor. Teaching and sharing it with others is not only my career, but also my way of life. My enthusiasm would complement a community of faculty who are passionate about helping students reach their fullest potential in student-focused courses and a changing technological environment.
Education
MFA | 05/2004 | San Diego State University
- Major: Creative Writing
- Minor: Poetry
- CGPA: 3.83
BA | 12/2000 | Central Connecticut State University
- Major: English
- Minor: Writing
- CGPA: 3.45
Experience
Adjunct Professor | Three Rivers Community College | 10/2013-present
- Teach Composition I and II (Comp & Lit); design assignment sequence exploring theme of utilizing technology to create a better world; contribute to a database of assignments for the text; participate in training for evolving courses in the department; incorporate various learning styles and technology into course work and assessment.
Adjunct Professor | Springfield Technical Community College | 08/2010-present
- Teach Composition I and II (Comp & Lit), Honors Comp I, Developmental Writing, and Technical Report Writing; mentor and inspire students, including Gateway to College students, to achieve their best work; incorporate various learning styles and technology into the curriculum; encourage further student development during office hours; assist students as an academic advisor; attend education workshops on technology, assessment, course redesign, pedagogy and more.
Adjunct Professor | Naugatuck Valley Community College | 08/2010-12/2011 and 01/2006-12/2008
- Taught Composition I and Developmental Writing in computer labs; designed assignments and a class homepage incorporating the provided technology; taught elements of writing, critical thinking, reading, and building arguments; lead discussions on texts; read, commented on, and graded assignments.
Clerical Support/Proofreader | Alvarado Parkway Institute | 03/2009-10/2010
- Proofread and formatted policies and procedures manuals, job descriptions, and job evaluations across departments; created a universal design for manuals; worked with administrators on implementation and access.
Proofreader/Report Production | Blum, Shapiro & Company | 03/2006-01/2009
- Proofread and formatted financial statements and letters for accuracy and layout; printed and bound financial reports; worked closely with accountants, managers, and partners; maintained spreadsheets and databases.
Activities & Publications
- christine-crutchfield.com – Blog/Content
- National Novel Writing Month – Participant
- Relay for Life of Eastern CT – Team Leader/Participant
- Examiner.com – San Diego Friendships Examiner
- The San Diego Faraway Writers – Organizer/Participant
- Barbaric Yawp – Contributor
- Poetry International – Associate Editor/Editorial Assistant
- Border Voices Poetry Project – Volunteer/Grant Writing
- The Acorn Review – Editorial Board/Contributor
- The Helix – Secretary/Contributor
- CCSU writing center – Volunteer