GREGORIO SAMAR
College Instructor, Educational Researcher, Executive Assistant
College Instructor at National University
ContactJob experience
- June 2016 - May 2019College Instructor
National UniversityManila, PhilippinesAs a research-intensive university, my teaching at the Department of Psychology is usually designated as 40 percent of the workload, while 60 percent is in research. Teaching encompasses all activities that directly facilitate student learning, including the contact hours spent in the classroom, office hours, class preparation, grading, answering student email, student advising and consultation, evaluating and making available course materials, facilitating e-learning and related duties. I am also tasked with supervising Psychology graduating students and serving on thesis committees as part of teaching.
- June 2012 - May 2019College Instructor
Lyceum of the Philippines UniversityManila, PhilippinesTeaching, mentoring, research, community service;
Develop/prepare and teach course material (syllabi) in the general areas of Psychology and specialty/core courses at undergraduate level;
Undergraduate psychology research / thesis mentoring;
Build up professional logistics which helps in improvising the performances of the students at the Department of Psychology;
Engage in Psychology department-wide student mentoring and academic advising;
Assess, supervise and mentor the academic progress in students.
Create, innovate and implement some department activities and programs that help in career-enhancement / student development.
Take part in all activities of the Department, College and the University.
Support and serve up for various functional activities conducted by Departmental committees.
Plan, initiates, and develop research/studies for students to develop or for departmental research;
Acts as consultant/adviser to research projects of students (both existing and proposed research projects);
Establish and maintain liaison with other departments regarding research activities;
Develops and recommends institutional policies and standards for the University;
Participates in the university's research council activities and/or programs;
Publish research works or findings in academic books or journals.
Grade papers and tests; prepare exercises, lessons and lab experiments for the students.
Teach students within their field of specialization. - June 2014 - May 2018College Instructor / K-12 Teacher
St. Scholastica's College - ManilaManila, PhilippinesTeaching at the College and High School Levels: My teaching activities include classroom instruction on subjects like Psychology, Research, Social Change, Transformative Leadership and other Behavioral and Social Sciences; directing projects, assisting with student research and internships. Classroom instruction may be undergraduate and/or graduate lecture/seminar courses in Psychology or Social Science subjects. I mentor and advise students on their development, including choices relating to the academic programs, research projects and career directions. Participate in the development/design and revision of the curriculum offered.
Research/Scholarly Work: Pursue scholarly research and publication, and/or professional practice in the areas of Psychology and Education. As a professor, I am expected to maintain a program of research/scholarly work characterized by distinction as evidenced by national and international recognition, significant contributions to the field. Results of our research/scholarly work are encouraged to be published, disseminated in peer-reviewed journals, and/or presented at conferences or symposiums.
Service Learning: Particularly at the Secondary level, participate actively as a member of the school community especially on administrative committees, search committees, in school governance activities, and student advising.
Administration: Adhering to school faculty’s Policies and Procedures and contributing to review of existing policies and procedures and development of new policies and procedures; Making a contribution to the profession and/or discipline including:- contributing to relevant professional societies and to the community and developing and participating in short courses, seminars, and conferences programs as appropriate.
- January 1991 - March 2012Executive Assistant to the CEO
National Center for Project DevelopmentRiyadh, Saudi ArabiaProvides administrative support and works collaboratively to provide confidential administrative and secretarial support to the company’s Owner/CEO. Supports the Executive Director in the administration and operation of organizational change and development initiatives, projects, and activities that further the goals of the company and its strategic goals and objectives. Schedule/calendar and book travel arrangements for the CEO.
Completes a broad variety of administrative support tasks for the company including; managing an extremely active calendar of appointments; composing and preparing correspondence that is sometimes confidential; copying, reviewing outside mail, scanning and filing documents, screening phone calls and visitors, updating contacts, maintaining executive files, arranging detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas; and compiling documents for travel-related meetings;
Assist the HR Department in its various functions in terms of recruitment, selection and hiring functions; Do other HR functions as assigned like assisting on training and other professional development activities;
Independently does some researches on issues in Project Management, Architectural designing and other aspects of Architecture for publication on professional journals;
Compiling and preparing meeting materials, equipment, and resources.
Confidential preparation, distribution and record keeping of session notes and documentation.
- July 1990 - December 1990Administrative Assistant
United Support and Services CompanyRiyadh, Saudi ArabiaHandling office tasks, such as filing, generating reports and presentations, setting up for meetings, and reordering supplies.
Manage & sort incoming and outgoing mail and packages, initiate a response when appropriate. Assist with office maintenance and other duties shared between all departments, such as maintaining a break room, greeting guests, etc. Prepare, compose or edit, and execute various correspondence & mailings.
Answer telephones and take action as necessary, greet guests, help schedule donor visits on campus. Manage calendars; schedule group and individual meetings; prepare materials, reports & agendas for meetings.
Using computers to generate reports, transcribe minutes from meetings, create presentations, and conduct research. Greet and assist visitors. Enter agency partners’ actions and notes and update contact information in current office files. Track and record correspondences, MOA. Create, maintain and update files and reports that track office activities and progress. Create agency contact lists using specific criteria. Research and identify constituents meeting specified criteria. - January 1984 - December 1984Senior Labor Development Specialist
Institute for labor StudiesManila, PhilippinesPerform research as assigned by the Department; Supports the office team in handling companies’ issues on worker relations; Coaches, executes and follows up on the problem resolution process in all covered/identified company units; Assess training needs of the Department of Labor (including its regional offices) through surveys, interviews with employees, or consultations with managers or instructors. Design and create training manuals, online learning modules, and course materials.
Education
- University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines
Master of Arts in Development Education1980 - 1982Development Education is an educational process aimed at increasing awareness and understanding of the rapidly changing, interdependent and unequal world in which we live. It seeks to engage people in analysis, reflection and action for local and global citizenship and participation. It is about supporting people in understanding, and in acting to transform the social, cultural, political and economic structures which affect their lives and others at personal, community, national and international levels.
Key ideas: knowledge, skills sustainable development, sustainable lifestyles, human rights, gender equality, the culture of peace, nonviolence, global citizenship, diversity. - University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines
Bachelor of Science in Psychology1976 - 1980This degree is a great choice for those who are preparing for careers in science. It also a preparatory school for the medical degree or attend graduate school for psychology or a related field. B.S. in Psychology is a course loaded with classes in biology, chemistry, and calculus. Graduates of a B.S. in Psychology typically pursue graduate school or entry-level positions in mental health facilities, government or business. - University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines
Ph.D. in Psychology1984 - 0The Ph.D. in Psychology is the highest-level graduate degree in the field to which a student can aspire. The degree focuses on developing a broad base of knowledge, strong research and critical thinking skills, and analytical expertise across many subfields of psychology. The Ph.D. prepares the bearer for a variety of career options representing a wide range of areas – academia, clinical practice, and research; each of which is unique in its educational scope and training.
Certifications
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Philippine Career Service Professional Examination Certificate
Philippine Civil Service Commission
#370529-2
December 1980 - presentthe Civil Service Examination (CSE), is an annual eligibility exam for individuals who want to pursue a career in the government. It is conducted by the Civil Service Commission (CSC), the constitutional commission responsible for overseeing government services, as a way to screen and select prospective civil servants. Passing the CSE is required for everyone who wants a job in the government. Taking the Professional level qualifies you for both first-level and second-level government positions. This gives you a wide range of options from clerical work to technical, managerial positions in the government. Keep in mind that examinees for the Professional level must be graduates of a four-year college course. -
Associate Government Program Analyst Examination Certificate
California Department of Human Resources
2826296
March 2019 - March 2021Under direction, incumbents perform the more responsible, varied, and complex technical analytical staff services assignments such as program evaluation and planning; policy analysis and formulation; systems development; budgeting, planning, management, and personnel analysis; and continually provide consultative services to management or others. This is the full journey level analyst class. Incumbents are typically subject-matter generalists who have demonstrated possession of intellectual abilities, the management tools, and the personal qualifications to succeed in a variety of general staff services settings. -
Management Tool Box Certificate
College of the Canyons, School of Personal & Professional Learning
February 2020 - April 2020Earners of this certificate have demonstrated an understanding of delegation, communication, time management and motivation techniques and skills needed for a successful manager.
NC.CSKL 007 - Successfully Managing and Developing People: Learn and apply the communication, delegation, and motivational skills needed to be an effective manager or supervisor.
NC.CSKL 008 - Workplace Communication Strategies: Participants assess and optimize current workplace communication skills by building a communication toolkit to forward their career and learn to illustrate clear verbal and nonverbal messages.
