Stephen McNabb
Chicago
Summary
I am a multi-skilled doctoral candidate at Northwestern University seeking a full-time position in education, government, or non-profits specializing in raising cultural awareness and cross-cultural communication. I demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills with a strong background in facilitating and synthesizing cross-cultural understanding. I utilize strong analytical skills to communicate practical knowledge effectively through my writing and research. That is, I interpret and synthesize complex ideas into understandable language. I am adept in textual, discourse, and content analysis, and I work well independently, in peer environments, and under direct supervision. I bring a track record of securing funding and multitasking toward meeting project deadlines. Fluent in Spanish and intermediate in Portuguese, my passion for language and culture allow me to utilize various viewpoints and methodologies to create well-rounded and well-informed content.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Researcher
Northwestern University
09.2022 - Current
- Conducted thorough background research on Indigenous Latin American cultures and literatures to inform ongoing projects.
- Expanded professional network by attending workshops, conferences, and seminars related to my field of study.
- Presented research at national and international academic conferences, promoting the inclusion of Indigenous cultures, literatures, and knowledge systems in higher education curriculum.
- Conducted independent or supporting research on range of topics, following correct protocols for study integrity.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary group of scholars toward the aim of broadening research perspectives related to Indigenous American methodologies and histories.
- Drafted comprehensive grant proposals to obtain funding continued research from both internal and external sources.
- Continuously improved my research skills by participating in professional development opportunities and staying current with emerging trends in the field.
- Moderated various panels for institutional conferences.
- Translated various institutional documents from Spanish to English.
- Wrote grant proposals and research statements for a wide range of audiences.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Northwestern University
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Taught beginner and intermediate level Spanish courses to more than 75 undergraduate students.
- Graded all class assignments according to university standards and projected course outcomes.
- Developed strong rapport with students through open communication channels, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Created, designed, and implemented course content to align with university standards and course objectives.
- Enhanced student comprehension of cultural differences by incorporating visual aids and real-world examples into lectures. and activities.
- Provided timely and constructive feedback on assignments, enabling students to refine their work and achieve higher grades.
- Documented attendance and completed assignments to maintain full class and student records.
- Mentored students through office hours and one-on-one communication.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to provide additional support for struggling students, leading to improved academic outcomes.
- Managed a classroom of diverse learners, implementing differentiated instruction strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Assisted in the development of course materials, ensuring content was relevant and engaging for students.
- Respectfully and professionally discussed areas for improvement with students.
Graduate Research Assistant
Northwestern University
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Researched and composed over 30 biographies of various cultural, political, and literary figures.
- Participated in regular meetings with project supervisors, providing progress updates and discussing potential challenges or areas for improvement.
- Assisted in manuscript preparation, contributing to the publication of influential articles in peer-reviewed journals.
- Managed multiple research projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to high-quality standards.
- Presented research findings at conferences and workshops, fostering professional growth and collaboration within the academic community.
- Transcribed over 30 source texts to match publishing house style.
- Checked reference sources to verify dates, facts and statistics.
- Enhanced publication quality by diligently proofreading and editing articles for grammar, spelling, and consistency.
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes, and approved final versions for publication.
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Improved overall readability of documents by reorganizing content and eliminating redundant information.
- Reviewed articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards.
English Teaching Assistant
Fulbright Commission
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Designed course curriculum, class syllabus, course materials, guidelines, objectives, and activities for beginner and intermediate level English.
- Instructed four sections of beginner and intermediate English.
- Integrated multimedia approaches to language learning.
- Implemented a pilot English program at an established institution with the Fulbright Commission.
- Designed and led two 16-week graduate English language workshops.
- Assessed student progress regularly through various assessment methods, ensuring timely feedback on their performance.
- Boosted overall student engagement through the implementation of group activities, interactive presentations, and hands-on learning experiences.
- Established a positive classroom environment that fostered open communication, mutual respect, and active participation from all students.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to maintain order and promote a focused learning environment.
- Served as an advisor for extracurricular activities such as clubs or competitions, encouraging students to explore their interests outside of the classroom setting.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and interactive learning techniques.
Foreign Language Instructor
Portland State University
09.2015 - 06.2017
- Delivered over 120 hours of in-class instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects, promoting connections between languages and other subject areas.
- Contributed to the development of department-wide goals and objectives by participating in annual planning meetings with colleagues from different grade levels.
- Managed classroom resources efficiently by maintaining accurate records of materials borrowed or used during instruction.
- Established a positive classroom environment that fostered open communication, mutual respect, and enthusiasm for learning foreign languages.
- Utilized multimedia resources such as films, music, and podcasts to enrich the learning experience and expose students to native speakers of target languages.
- Improved student language proficiency by implementing immersive teaching techniques and authentic materials.
Education
Ph.D. - Spanish And Portuguese Cultures And Literatures
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL06.2025
Master of Arts - Spanish, English, Arts And Letters
Portland State University
Portland, OR06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - English
Portland State University
Portland, OR06.2015
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Portland Community College
Portland, OR12.2011
Skills
- Discourse and Content Analysis
- Excellent Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Proficiency in MS Office, InDesign, and other publishing suites
- Cross-Cultural Understanding and Awareness
- Course, Curriculum, and Lesson Plan Development
- Effective working independently or part of a team
- Deadline Adherence
- Attention to detail
- Fluent in Spanish Intermediate Portuguese skills
- Peer Collaboration
- Grammar Instruction
- Reading Strategies
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Portuguese
Limited Working
Quechua
Elementary
Timeline
Graduate Researcher
Northwestern University
09.2022 - Current
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Northwestern University
09.2021 - 06.2022
Graduate Research Assistant
Northwestern University
09.2020 - 09.2021
English Teaching Assistant
Fulbright Commission
08.2017 - 06.2018
Foreign Language Instructor
Portland State University
09.2015 - 06.2017
Ph.D. - Spanish And Portuguese Cultures And Literatures
Northwestern University
Master of Arts - Spanish, English, Arts And Letters
Portland State University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Portland State University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Portland Community College
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