Neftali Alberto Adame

613 Chatsworth Dr. San Fernando, CA 91340 | (818) 270-6529 | neftali.adame.54@my.csun.edu

23 August 2018

To Whom It May Concern:

I am a university graduate with bilingual fluencies (English, Spanish); experience as a university lecturer,
teaching associate, and classroom aide. With over two years of experience working with culturally diverse
students, building upon a classroom’s prior knowledge is important in creating a comfortable space which
allows the sharing of respective opinions. I have taken it upon myself to emphasize to a class that
rhetorical awareness and confidence are instrumental in developing the foundation of academic writing.
But like any other ability, it takes time, revision, and cooperative learning for all writers to flourish not
only as students, but as individuals.

Raised in the U.S. by immigrant parents, I have benefitted greatly from my upbringing in which both
English and Spanish were spoken in our home. At a young age, I grew an affinity for reading and writing,
as I loved to engage with both stories and news articles that allowed me to question the information that
was presented to me. Before long, I was excelling in my education with fundamentals in composition that
have led me to surpass great heights such as becoming a published author on top of earning a University
Master’s degree in Literature. These experiences have cemented my passion for teaching, writing, and
working with aspiring young minds alike.

Having been employed as a Student Instructional Leader and Teaching Associate under the tutelage of Dr.
Irene Clark and Dr. Anne Kellenberger, where I often worked with English language learners, I find
reward in empowering students through creative lesson plans and higher-order thinking skills that
transfer through differing curriculums. It is essential to remind students as to why learning skills such as
business writing, creative problem-solving, or basic reading comprehension skills are not only relevant to
any career, but vital within the ‘real world’ through advertising, report writing, and an understanding of
cultural diversity. With encouragement and influence, I have come to learn that focused engagement with
students of any age or grade level not only creates a trusting teaching environment but evokes exigence
within students that seek to succeed in their academics. It is my goal to combine my range of experience
with a diverse student population into a positive contribution not only within a classroom, but as part of a
larger societal community.

I am interested in this opportunity that will surely present new experiences and challenges. I am available
any time of the week with a flexible schedule and will gladly adhere to any further information needed.
Thank you very much for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Neftali Adame, M.A.

Neftali Alberto Adame
613 Chatsworth, Dr. San Fernando, CA. 91340 | (818)270-6529 | Neftali.Adame.54@my.csun.edu |

Objective
Experienced lecturer that emphasizes rhetorical analysis and confidence as instrumental in building the
foundation of academic writing, and to encourage critical thinking in a way that increases student
performance at the college level.

Education
MASTER’S OF ARTS, ENGLISH | 2018 | CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, NORTHRIDGE
· Focus: Literature
· Courses: Eng600A/B College Composition: Theory & Pedagogy, Eng601 Research Methods,
Eng651 Rhetoric and Composition Theory, Eng638 Seminar in Critical Approaches to
Literature, Eng698D Culminating Graduate Project

BACHELOR’S OF ARTS, ENGLISH | 2015 | CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, NORTHRIDGE

· Focus: Subject Matter
· Courses: Eng406 Advanced Expository Writing, Eng436 Major Critical Theories,
Eng495 Multi Genre Literacy, Eng417 Shakespeare Survey

ASSOCIATE’S IN ARTS | 2012 | LOS ANGELES MISSION COLLEGE

· Major: English
· Courses: Eng205 English Literature I, Eng206 English Literature II, Eng127 Creative Writing
Eng208 American Literature II, Eng102 College Reading & Composition II

Skills & Abilities

Classroom Management Multimedia Video Editing
Communication – Public Speaking Canvas (LMS) Technology Proficient
Leadership Adaptability
Editing Bilingual: Fluent in Spanish & English

Publications
· Adame, Neftali. “Go Beyond the Battle: The Philosophy and Eminence of Street Fighter V.”
What Your Teachers Are Playing, edited by Dylan Altman and Christian Cardenas, Select
Start Press. 2017.

Conferences & Readings

· "Exploring Identities and Social Issues Through Language and Literature." California State
University, Northridge. 30 April 2018.
Neftali Alberto Adame
613 Chatsworth, Dr. San Fernando, CA. 91340 | (818)270-6529 | Neftali.Adame.54@my.csun.edu |

· “Toward a New Literary Archives: Recovering Marginalized Texts, Authors, and Cultures,
from Medieval Persian Poetry to the Expanded Star Wars Universe”. California State
University, Northridge. 7 May 2018.
· Graduate Reading Series, California State University, Northridge, 2015
· Asian American Studies Reading Project, California State University, Northridge, 2013

Experience
SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTION LEADER | CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY,
NORTHRIDGE | 2016 - 2018
· Experience working under the tutelage of a professor in lesson planning and classroom
management. Scaffolding of assignments and lectures in freshmen composition which adhere
to guidelines in teaching and further developing reading and writing comprehension skills.
Communicating regularly with academic advisors about general issues related to academic
support for students as well as correlating with initial meetings. Courses Taught: Approaches
to University Writing - English 113A, Approaches to University Writing - English 113B.

LECTURER | CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, NORTHRIDGE | 2017 - 2018

· Plan curriculum. Grade all assignments. Hold regular conferences with students to discuss
their classroom progress. Emphasis in composition, research, and argumentative writing
through example articles, readings, and multimedia. Students are trained to evaluate sources
and evoke a sense of exigency within their writing. Courses Taught: Approaches to University
Writing – English 114A, Approaches to University Writing – English 114B, Literacy, Literature,
and the Brain – English 459, Culminating Graduate Project – English 698D.

References

Dr. Irene Clark, Ph.D
Director of Composition
California State University,
Northridge
Email: irene.clark@csun.edu
Phone: (818) 677-3414
Dr. Anne Kellenberger, Ph.D
Writing Programs Coordinator
California State University,
Northridge
Email:anne.kellenberger@csun.edu
Phone: (818) 677-2033
Stacey Bieber, M.A
Writing Programs & S.I Writing
Assistant Coordinator
California State University,
Northridge
Email: Stacey.bieber@csun.edu
Phone: (818) 677-2033