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MELANIE RIDEOUT-SANTAROSSA, B. A. (HONS.), M.A.

E DUCATION M.A in English Language, Literature, and Creative Writing, The University of Windsor, 2010. B.A. (Hons.) in English Language, Literature, and Creative Writing, The University of Windsor, 2008. Double Minor: Italian and History. University Teaching Certificate (UTC) in Fundamentals of University Teaching, recognized by the Staff & Educational Development Association (SEDA), University of Windsor, 2011. Areas of Specialization: Childrens & Young Adult Literature English as a Second Language Composition Theory & Pedagogy Higher Education Professional Development E MPLOYMENT PRIVATE TUTOR (2008-PRESENT) Modularize and individualize curriculum for second-language learners. Meet with students to set learning goals and learning expectations. Conduct lessons in a one-on-one environment in-person or via Skype. Enrolled in Oxford Seminars (1-week intensive course) to learn alternative teaching methods to meet second-language learners needs. PROJECT COORDINATOR, FACULTY & CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, OCAD UNIVERSITY (OCTOBER 2012-PRESENT) Implement the RosterTech registration management system for workshops and events to be delivered by the FCDC and the Writing & Learning Centre (WLC). Lead training and designed documentation to support the FCDC and WLC staff in the day-to-day use of the software. Work with IT Services to plan and implement the registration system; liaise with IT Services to resolve technical issues. Conduct a learning needs and resources assessment survey of faculty, teaching assistants, and technicians to uncover current professional learning needs, interests, and existing activities at OCAD U. Analyze the results of this survey and prepare a report that will inform future FCDC programming, services, and resources. In consultation with the Manager, FCDC, coordinate the development of a FCDC website. Research exemplary teaching and learning centre websites. Write web content. Liaise with IT on technical issues, and web developer to determine site structure / architecture. Work with CIADE program assistant to upload content. Ensure project is completed in a timely manner. Prepare and organize the Tutortrac online booking software system for the Writing & Learning Centre. Research other institutions using Tutortrac regarding their implementation and utilization of Tutortrac. Consult with the Manager(s) and fort desk staff regarding booking policies, procedures, data collection needs and other relevant program information. Liaise with IT Services to implement the booking system and to

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resolve any technical issues. Test and pilot the online booking system. Establish best practices for day-to-day use and management of Tutortrac by the WLC and prepare documentation to support WLC staff in the day-to-day use of the software. Create a context for discussions about teaching and learning for faculty, staff, and teaching assistants. Compile and create resource materials that address teaching and learning topics. Design and implement a community of practice or luncheon series (arrange the dates, location, hospitality, and promotion). Assist the Manager, FCDC with the supervision of a work-study project focused on teaching conversations at OCAD University.

NOTE-TAKER, OFFICE OF THE DEAN OF STUDENTS & COUNSELING AND STUDENT DISABILITY SERVICES, KINGS UNIVERSITY COLLEGE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN ONTARIO (MAY-JULY 2012) Attended weekly classes and transcribed lecture notes for students who required assistance in achieving academic success. Assisted students who required aid in physically moving to/from/during class. Rearranged classroom furniture in this regard. Provided students with multiple formats for class notes. PROCTOR, OFFICE OF THE DEAN OF STUDENTS & COUNSELING AND STUDENT DISABILITY SERVICES, KINGS UNIVERSITY COLLEGE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN ONTARIO (FEBRUARY-JULY 2012) Oversaw and administered exams for students who require special accommodations. Arranged assistive technologies such as Kurzweil, ZoomText, and Dragon for students to complete exams. Supervised students to and from the exam room and study carrels. Completed detailed EAF forms regarding student concerns, absenteeism, technical difficulties, and questions for the professor. Acted as Senior Proctor supervising all proctors on campus. Addressed proctor questions and concerns, and scheduled break times for each proctor. Resolved any technical or behavioral issues between proctors and students. INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER, THE GRADUATE & UNDERGRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANTS NETWORK, THE CENTRE FOR TEACHING & LEARNING, THE UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR (MAY-AUGUST 2012) Developed independent online learning modules for teaching assistants to improve their practice. Created resources in the form of print materials, podcasts, videos, and power points. Prepared a report for each module to validate instructional design development choices. EDITOR/EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPER, THE GRADUATE & UNDERGRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANTS NETWORK, THE CENTRE FOR TEACHING & LEARNING, THE UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR (2011-2012) Organized and led workshops to provide teaching assistants with support to develop and improve their practice. Solicited and edited contributor submissions, as well as, interacted with various students, faculty members, and administrators to design Towards Better Teaching: A Handbook for

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Undergraduate & Graduate Teaching Assistants at the University of Windsor, which serves as a modular resource for teaching assistants to date. Assisted colleagues in creating a learning needs and resource assessment survey of teaching assistants (TAs) to prepare resources and services responsive to UWindsor TAs. Presented the network and our findings regarding TA development at various teaching and learning conferences. Collaborated to design and implement networks for TAs, both virtual (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and a blog) and face-to-face (workshops, events, and The GATA Academy).

RESEARCH ASSISTANT, THE HUMANITIES RESEARCH GROUP, THE UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR (2010-2012) Conducted bibliographic research and data collection. Completed Italian-to-English translations and edits. Assisted Dr. Antonio Rossini, Director of The Humanities Research Group, on special projects. INSTRUCTOR, FIRST-YEAR COMPOSITION, THE ENGLISH DEPARTMENT, THE UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR (2008-2010) Defined learning outcomes for the course and prepared appropriate assignments to assess student performance. Provided one-on-one guidance and assistance during scheduled and drop-in office hours. Responded to student complaints, questions, and concerns regarding grades, class assignments, and course goals in-person and via email. Learners were non-English majors, and many were second-language learners. Mediated and resolved issues between students working in groups. Prepared and delivered lesson plans and lectures for 20 students each semester. Mentored students to practice daily writing through the use of a daily writing journal. Recipient of the GATA Award for Educational Practice 2011. CONFERENCE ASSISTANT, OFFICE OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS, THE UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR (SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 2010) Designed the conference brochure for the Canadian Association of American Studies (CAAS) hosted at The University of Windsor. Met with conference organizers to brainstorm ideas for the brochure layout and content. Directed conference participants to events during the conference. TEACHING ASSISTANT, THE DEPARTMENT OF MODERN LANGUAGES, THE UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR (SEPTEMBER-DECEMBER 2007) Course included: 07-137 Introduction to German, Italian, and Spanish Literature. Evaluated student assignment, midterms, and exams. Liaised with the course professor to address student queries regarding course content, deadlines, and assignment specifications. PERSONAL ASSISTANT, THE ENGLISH DEPARTMENT, THE UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR (2005-2006) Carried out secretarial and organizational duties to assist Writer in Residence, Professor Marty Gervais (of Black Moss Press). Read and responded to accepted and rejected manuscripts.

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Designed posters and wrote mass emails to promote on and off-campus events hosted by Black Moss Press. Edited and provided feedback for manuscripts written by Professor Gervais.

P RESENTATIONS & W ORKSHOPS PEER-REVIEWED Keating, B., Nast, C., & Santarossa, M. (2011, April). Towards Better Teaching. Workshop presented at Opportunities and New Directions: A Research Conference on Teaching and Learning, Waterloo, ON. Nast, C., Santarossa, M., & Keating, B. (2011, May). Towards Better Teaching: Supporting GA and TA Development. Workshop presented at the Fifth Annual University of Windsor Campus Technology Day, Windsor, ON. Santarossa, M., Keating, B., & Nast, C. (2011, May). Towards Better Teaching: Supporting GA and TA Development. Workshop presented at the University of Windsor-Oakland University Fifth Annual Conference on Teaching and Learning, Windsor, ON. Santarossa, M. & Bastien, M. (2010, April). Using Student Diversity to Promote Learning Outside the Classroom. Workshop presented at the Fourteenth Annual Conference on University Teaching and Learning, Halifax, NS. Bastien, M. & Santarossa, M. (2010, May). Writing Outside the Lines: A Creative Exploration of Writing as a Multi-Disciplinary Teaching and Learning Method. Poster session presented at the Fourth Annual Conference on Teaching and Learning, Rochester, MI. Santarossa, M. & Bastien, M. (2010, June). Writing Outside the Lines: Examining Writing as a Multi-Disciplinary Teaching Method. Workshop presented at the Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE) Conference, Toronto, ON. BY REQUEST Hasan, M. & Santarossa, M. (2010, September). Dynamic Discussions. Workshop presented at the GA/TA Academy, Windsor, ON. Bastien, M. & Santarossa, M. (2010, November). Writing Outside the Lines: A Creative Exploration of Writing as a Multi-Disciplinary Teaching and Learning Method. Poster session presented at the Celebration of Teaching Excellence, Windsor, ON. Hasan, M. & Santarossa, M. (2009, March). Dynamic Discussions. Workshop presented at the GA/TA Academy, Windsor, ON. Santarossa, M. (2009, May). Lending a Sensitive Ear: Examining Rhetorical Listening as a Heuristic for ESL Students in Composition Classrooms. Paper presented at the Third Annual Conference on Teaching and Learning, Windsor, ON . P UBLICATIONS RESOURCES Santarossa, M. Editor. (2011). Towards Better Teaching: A Handbook for Graduate and Undergraduate Teaching Assistants at the University of Windsor. University of Windsor. Santarossa, M. (2011). Its Your First Day. Towards Better Teaching: A Handbook for Graduate and Undergraduate Teaching Assistants at the University of Windsor. University of Windsor, (7). Santarossa, M. (2011). Designing Lesson Plans. Towards Better Teaching: A Handbook for Graduate and Undergraduate Teaching Assistants at the University of Windsor. University of Windsor, (17-18). Santarossa, M. (2011). The Importance of a Teaching Philosophy. Towards Better Teaching: A

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Handbook for Graduate and Undergraduate Teaching Assistants at the University of Windsor. University of Windsor, (80). RESOURCE REVIEWS Santarossa, M. McGlynn, A.P. (2007). Teaching Todays College Students: Widening the Circle of Success. Madison (WI): Atwood. EDC Resource Review Fall 2010. Santarossa, M. Weimer, Maryellen. (2010). Inspired College Teaching: A Career-Long Resource for Professional Growth. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass. EDC Resource Review Winter 2011. Sanatrossa, M. Bean, John C. (2011). Engaging Ideas: The Professors Guide to Integrating Writing, Critical Thinking, and Active Learning in the Classroom. 2nd ed. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass. EDC Resource Review Winter 2012. Sanatrossa, M. Lipson, Charles. (2008). Succeeding as an International Student in the United States and Canada. The University of Chicago Press: Chicago. EDC Resource Review Spring/Summer 2012. P ROFESSIONAL L EARNING COURSES Effective Writing for the Web. (Dec. 2012). Human Resources. OCAD University, Toronto ON. Graphic Facilitation. (Dec. 2012). Faculty & Curriculum Development Centre. OCAD University, Toronto ON. Canvas Boot Camp. (Dec. 2012). Faculty & Curriculum Development Centre. OCAD University, Toronto ON. Online Education. (Feb.-April 2012). Centre for Teaching & Learning. University of Windsor, Windsor ON. Authentic Assessment. (Nov.-Dec.2010). Centre for Teaching & Learning. University of Windsor, Windsor ON. Building Creative Capacity in Ourselves and Our Students. (Sept. 2010). Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo ON. Summer Series on Teaching & Learning. (Aug.2010). Centre for Teaching & Learning. University of Windsor, Windsor ON. Teaching Dossier Academy. (June 2010). Centre for Teaching & Learning. University of Windsor, Windsor ON. Leading Effective Discussions. (Mar.-Apr.2010). Centre for Teaching & Learning. University of Windsor, Windsor ON. Five Minutes to Better Teaching: Using Feedback to Improve Your Teaching. (Feb. 2010). Centre for Teaching and Learning. University of Windsor, Windsor ON. Summer Series on Teaching and Learning. (Aug. 2009). Centre for Teaching & Learning. University of Windsor, Windsor ON. COMMUNITY Attendee. (Jan-June 2010). Graduate and Undergraduate Teaching Assistant Learning Community. Centre for Teaching & Learning. University of Windsor, Windsor ON. Attendee. (Dec. 2012). Learning Specialists Association of Canada (LSAC). University of Toronto, Toronto ON. PANELS Panel Member. (March 2010). Leadership in Teaching for GAs, TAs, and Sessional Staff. Centre for Teaching and Learning. University of Windsor, Windsor ON.

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COMMITTEES Committee Member. (March 2010). Graduate and Undergraduate Teaching Assistant Awards Selection Committee Member. Centre for Teaching and Learning. University of Windsor, Windsor ON. A WARDS , G RANTS , & H ONOURS AWARDS The Graduate & Undergraduate Teaching Award for Educational Practice. April 2011. The University of Windsor Postgraduate Tuition Scholarship; Value $2000 per semester. Sept. 2008-June 2010. The Joseph-Armand Bombardier Canada Graduate Scholarship (SSHRC) for a Masters Degree; Value $17, 500. Sept. 2008-June 2010. The Deans Honour Roll Award; The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. Sept.2004June 2007. HONOURS Sole graduate with distinction for obtaining 11.0 average in English Language and Literature. June 2008. GRANTS Graduate Studies Conference Travel Grant; Value $115. May 2011. The Centre for Teaching & Learning Conference Travel Grant; Value $500. June 2010. Recipient of the Graduate Studies Conference Travel Grant; Value $500. April 2010. Recipient of the Department of English Conference \Travel Grant; Value $500. April 2010. S ERVICE SERVICE TO THE PROFESSION Book Reviewer. (October 2010-August 2012). Educational Developers Caucus. Guest Young Adult Book Reviewer. (Jan. 2011). Leddy Library. University of Windsor, Windsor ON. Abstract Reviewer. (March 2011). University of Windsor-Oakland University Fifth Annual Teaching & Learning Conference. University of Windsor, Windsor ON. Reviewer. (March 2011). Collected Essays on Learning and Teaching (CELT). SERVICE TO THE UNIVERSITY Conference Volunteer. (June 2008). The Society for Teaching & Learning in Higher Education (STLHE). University of Windsor, Windsor ON. Editor. (June 2008). The Department of Modern Languages. University of Windsor, Windsor ON. Signage Scout. (May 2011). University of Windsor-Oakland University Fifth Annual Teaching and Learning Conference. University of Windsor, Windsor ON. SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY Volunteer Visitor. Kensington Gardens Nursing Home (2012-present). Volunteer Visitor. McCormick Home Long Term Care Facility for Seniors (2011-2012). Zine-Workshop Facilitator. London Public Library (2012). Volunteer Counsellor. City of Windsor Parks & Recreation (2000).

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P ROFESSIONAL A FFILIATIONS Society for Teaching & Learning in Higher Education (STLHE), May 2011-2012. Educational Developers Caucus (EDC), May 2011-2012.