Jayme

Scally

EDUCATION:

Ph.D., Education, 2016
University of York, York, England
Dissertation: Intercultural Competence Development: US Undergraduates in Spain
Supervisor: Dr. Beatrice Szczepek Reed

M.Ed., Higher Education Administration; International Education, 2011
Vanderbilt University, Nashville, US
Practicum: A Comparison of US and Irish International Office University Management
Advisor: Dr. John Braxton

B.A., History and Secondary Education, 2008
Gettysburg College, Gettysburg, US
Thesis: The King, the Church, and the Conquistador: Disunity in the New World and its Effect
on the Indigenous People

TEACHING EXPERIENCE:


UNDERGRADUATE

Instructor, Department of Education, University of York, 2014-16
Courses on the degree programs for: BA Education, BA Sociology and Education, BA
Psychology in Education, BA English in Education

Introduction to Disciplines of Education
Developed course materials and delivered modules including:
o Philosophical Perspectives of Education
o Sociological Theory
o Psychological Perspectives of Education
o Historical Development of Education
o Political, and Economic Influences on Education
Conducted 4 weekly sessions with approximately 25 first year undergraduate students
each; invited to continue teaching courses for second year after exemplary student
feedback.

Board of Studies Representative, Department of Education, University of York, 2015-16
Nominated and served as active representative for graduate instructors on board with
senior faculty and the head of department to govern departmental teaching, examination,
and academic progress.

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GRADUATE

Lecturer and Course Designer, Department of Education, University of York, 2014

Survival Skills for a Global University
Using the results of previous research to fill a noted void in the academic program, planned
and taught autumn term seminars for approximately 30 students from Japan and China to
prepare students for British higher education through topics such as the development of
intercultural communication skills and cultural norms.

Teaching Assistant, Department of Education, University of York, 2013-14
Courses on the degree programs for: MA TESOL

Cross-cultural Perspectives on Language and Discourse
Led weekly seminar with 25 students each exploring variance of fundamental aspects of
discourse across linguistic varieties, languages and cultures and issues and complexities
surrounding the cross-cultural interactional practices.

Teaching and Assessing Speaking Skills
Led weekly seminar with 25 students each exploring the central concepts and issues
surrounding the learning, teaching and testing of oral skills, and providing opportunities for
students to practice for themselves a variety of teaching methods.

TEACHING INTERESTS:

Sociology of Culture; Cross-cultural Communication; Social Justice; Global Awareness; Cultural
Anthropology; Research Methods; Student Development; Contexts of Education; Social
Foundations of Education; Development Education; Sociocultural Awareness; Philosophy of
Education; Educational Access; Race in Education

PEER REVIEWED JOURNAL ARTICLES:

Scally, J. (2015). Intercultural Competence Development in Three Different Study Abroad
Program Types. Intercultural Communication Studies, 24(2), 35-60.

MANUSCRIPTS IN PREPARATION:

Brown, E.J., Dunlop, L., & Scally, J. (2015). Living-Learning communities for social justice.

Scally, J. (2015). Survival skills for a global university: A review of one program designed to
influence international student success at a British university.

Scally, J., Bengsch, G., & Parrish, A. (2016). Founding a student journal: Gaining faculty buy-in.

Scally, J. (2016). Reflections on culture: Using participant generated photography to evaluate US
undergraduate students definition of culture in Spain.

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OTHER PUBLICATIONS:

University College Cork, (2010). Higher Education in the United States: A Study Abroad Guide.
Cork, Ireland: Scally, J.

Parker, F. (2005, October 24). Interview by J. A. Scally [Tape recording]. Making a Life,
Gettysburg College. Special Collections, Gettysburg, P.A.

CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS:

ORAL PRESENTATIONS

Scally, J. (2014, August). Intercultural Competence Development in Three Different Study Abroad
Program Types. Paper presented at the International Association of Intercultural
Communication Studies (IAICS) Conference, University of Rhode Island.

Scally, J. (2014, March). Gaining Access: American Undergraduates in Spain. Paper presented at
the White Rose Research Students Education Conference, University of Leeds.

Scally, J. (2014, March). Teaching Culture Through Content. Paper presented at the Preparing
Future Academics Symposium, University of York.

Scally, J. (2014, February). Development of Intercultural Competencies: US Undergraduates in
Spain. Paper presented at the Education Research Group, University of York.

POSTER PRESENTATIONS

Scally, J. (2015, January). Study Abroad in SpainWhat Works & Who For? Poster presented at
the YorkTalks Conference, University of York.

Scally, J. (2014, November). Intercultural Competence Development in Spain. Poster presented
at the CIEE Annual Conference: Breaking Barriers: Cost. Curriculum. Culture, Baltimore, MD.

CAMPUS TALKS:

Scally, J. (2015, September). Introduction to the UK: A Cultural Adjustment. Centre for Global
Programmes, University of York.

Scally, J. (2015, January). Introduction to UK Academia: An Exploration of Difference in Culture.
Centre for Global Programmes, University of York.

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AWARDS & HONORS:

2015 YuFund Bursary for study in South Africa, 500
2015 Department of Education, Travel Grant 225
2015 YorkTalks Best Social Science Poster
2014 Rapid Response FundSurvival Skills for a Global University, 1,041
2014 Department of Education, Travel Grant 225
2013 Department of Education, Travel Grant 220

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE:

Doctoral Researcher, Department of Education, University of York, 2012-16
Investigating the development of intercultural competencies in US undergraduates
participating in a semester abroad in Spain via a comparison of the three main study abroad
program types: direct enrolment, hybrid programs, and American study centers.
Also evaluate the perception of on-site study abroad administrators with regard to their
students learning, difficulties, and rationale for program selection.
Emphasis in research is placed on the development of communicative abilities, intercultural
communication adjustments, and sociocultural awareness.

Research Assistant, Research Methods Student Experience, University of York, 2015
Project investigating the experiences and perceptions of group student-led research
projects and undergraduate dissertations.
Methodologies used included questionnaires, analysed in SPSS, focus groups and one-to-one
interviews.

Doctoral Researcher, Derwent College Global Community, University of York, 2014-15
Co-founded and monitored development of the colleges first living-learning community, a
space for non-formal education around the theme of international development and human
rights.
Unique for this context, researchers employed community based research, accessing
content knowledge and expertise of Human Rights Defenders, educators, and
interculturalists and the participator experiences of global community members.
Research strategy included questionnaires, one-to-one interviews, participant observation,
and an international panel of experienced advisors.

Researcher, Department of Education, University of York, 2014
Recognizing the need, applied for and received Rapid Response fund grant (with Dr.
Beatrice Szczepek Reed, Head of Department) of 1,041 to investigate international
postgraduate students adaptation to the demands and expectations of studying at York.
Conducted a needs assessment with the postgraduate population in the department to
determine which intercultural skills were most lacking in their experiences and training.
Used the results to create and teach autumn term course for incoming East Asian students
with reference to the research findings.

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RESEARCH EXPERIENCE CONT:

Researcher, Student Experience, Vanderbilt University Institutional Research Group, 2010
Conducted a series of interviews with first and third year students for a longitudinal study
assessing the impact of the Vanderbilt Visions orientation program on student acculturation
to the university.
The program was developed to emphasize student-faculty interaction and the intentional
creation of academic and social networks bringing together students and faculty outside of
the classroom.

RESEARCH INTERESTS:

Primary research interest in intercultural competence and communication studies including
the concept of culture; monochromic & polychromic cultures; race and access to/achievement
in higher education; the role of language in intercultural competency; cross-cultural training at
the university level; the internationalisation of higher education; social justice; and study
abroad

RELEVANT TRAINING:


Research Development Team, University of York, 2012-14

Preparing Future Academics
Successfully completed graduate level program with courses on lecturing, assessment, and
quality enhancement including designing teaching plans.
Concluded with a symposium presentation on teaching capabilities for experts on academic
practice.

Postgraduates Who Teach
Studied teaching skills and techniques, constructed session plan and delivered to course
participants, studied variety of teaching theories and learning styles.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:

The full picture: the journey from listening to partnership in student engagement, Higher
Education Academy, November 2014
Qualitative and Quantitative Data Analysis, University of York, Spring 2014
Workshop: Consistency and fairness: maintaining equity in assessment, marking and feedback
practice, Learning Enhancement Team, York, October 2014
Residence Abroad and Social Networks, University of Southampton, April 2013
Introduction to F-1 Student Advising, e-Learning Course, NAFSA, 2010

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OTHER TEACHING & MENTORING EXPERIENCE:


Alumni Mentoring Scheme Assistant, Careers, University of York, 2013-15
Day-to-day administration of Alumni Mentoring Scheme, including marketing, recruitment,
applications, matching and monitoring for appropriate communication.
Overhauled scheme to focus on active participation and shared learning outcomes with
success of redesign proven through improved participant feedback.
Responsible for growing the scheme from 15 alumni participants to 60 with approximately
100 student participants each term.

El Centro/The Center, Gettysburg, PA, US, 2004-06

One on one mentor and tutor for English as a Second language migrants, aged 4-12.

LIU Migrant Education, Gettysburg, PA, US, 2004-05
Tutored high school ESL students in program designed to increase access to higher
education among non-traditional and disadvantaged student groups.

UNIVERSITY SERVICE:

Founder and Deputy Editor, York Education Research Journal, University of York, 2015
Part of team of three that has founded the first departmental Education journal for
undergraduate and postgraduate research.
Took the initiative to liaise with different student groups, faculty, and university
departments.
Individually, responsible for journal communications, including not only discussions with
faculty and authors but also all journal promotion, including calls for papers.

Member, Centre for Research in Education and Social Justice, University of York, 2015
Active member of research group focused on issues of social justice.
Primary member of organizing committee for inaugural Contributions to Social Justice
Education Seminar, which was attended by academics throughout the university.

Founder, Education PhD Buddy System, University of York, 2014-15
Initiated and co-ordinated this programme to recruit existing PhDs in the department to
volunteer as mentors for prospective and incoming students to help them prepare for and
adjust to life at York.

Committee Member, White Rose University Consortium, Leeds, England, 2014
Part of team comprised of PhD candidates from the universities of York, Sheffield, and Leeds
for the organization of the Research Students Education Conference (RSEC), the first
combined education student conference between the universities.

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UNIVERSITY SERVICE CONT:

Chair, Graduate Common Room Committee, Derwent College, University of York, 2013-14
Re-founding member of once defunct committee of postgraduates and research staff from
the Departments of Education, Politics, and English seeking to create an active postgraduate
community within Derwent College.

Member, Honor Council, Peabody College, Vanderbilt University, 2009-11
Selected by faculty for membership on the council.
Participated in panel hearings with university students, faculty, and administrators for
instances of possible violations to the university Honor Code at the graduate level.
Evaluated evidence brought by investigators and helped determine appropriate penalty, if
found guilty.

ADMINISTRATION & STUDENT AFFAIRS:


Careers Assistant, Careers, University of York, 2013-16
Provision of one-on-one appointments with students, detailing suggestions on how to
improve the content and format of CVs, covering letters, personal statements, and
application forms.
Evaluate York Award application forms from undergraduate finalists.
Primary responsible team member for students seeking graduate study or employment in
the US.

Senior Welfare Tutor, Derwent College, University of York, 2012-15
First point of contact for approximately 150 resident students, providing welfare and
guidance in a live-in capacity.
Lead in aiding international students and planning international celebrations and activities,
such as Diwali, Chinese New Year, and Cinco de Mayo.


International Student Ambassador, Student Recruitment, University of York, 2014-15
Gave campus tours and talks, often in Spanish, to prospective international students to
provide a students take on life at York.

Program Assistant, International Student Services, Loyola University Maryland, 2011-12
Primary support to PDSO through administrative duties including the maintenance of
immigration files, visa compliance, and reports for university with international student
body of 200+ students, completed universitys submission for the Open Doors Report.

Graduate Intern, International Education Office, University College Cork, 2010
Reception desk attendant for international and domestic students providing advice to
students wishing to study abroad.
Produced informational materials on partner universities, enhanced departments
participation in social media.

Jayme Scally

ADMINISTRATION & STUDENT AFFAIRS CONT:

Graduate Assistant, Global Education Office, Vanderbilt University, 2009-10
Assisted in the evaluation of courses taken abroad, processed syllabi for evaluation by
departments, evaluated transcripts for credit, assisted staff in developing and holding
information sessions.

Admissions Aide, SAIS, Johns Hopkins University, 2008-09
Assisted in application verification and processing, reviewed applications for completeness
and accuracy, prepared applications for delivery to academic departments, contacted
applicants as necessary, processed applicant response letters, compiled and labelled
materials for mailing.

Student Coordinator, International Student Orientation, Gettysburg College, 2007-08
Led orientation designed to enhance understanding of culture and education system, and
provided support before arrival and throughout first year.

ADDITIONAL INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Post-Apartheid Cape Town: History, Politics and Culture
University of Cape Town, South Africa, 2015
International Study Centre jointly run by the University of York and the University of Cape
Town to explore the area in the post-apartheid period sociologically and politically.

Spanish Language and Culture
Enforex Sevilla, Spain, 2011
Eight-week intensive course in Spanish language; included home stay with family.


Higher Education in the United Kingdom
Bowling Green State University, England and Scotland, 2010
Study tour course taught by Dr. Maureen Wilson with students from various US institutions
covering aspects of higher education in the UK, including visits to institutions.

Undergraduate Study Abroad
Lancaster University, England, 2006
One semester academic study abroad; content included History, English, and Sociology.

MEMBERSHIPS:

Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, 2014
IAICS International Association for Intercultural Communication Studies
NAFSA Association of International Educators
Society for Research into Higher Education
NASPA Student Affairs Professionals in Higher Education
ACPA College Student Educators International