Kevin Harris

Instructional Support Coordinator


Responsibilities

Kevin works closely with faculty and graduate teaching assistants to help them use technology effectively to promote student learning in all modalities, including traditional classrooms and digital learning environments.

Education

  • M.A., Teaching, Johns Hopkins University, 2012
  • B.A., History and International Studies, Eastern Illinois University, 2007

Institution Role Years
Saigon South International School
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Social Studies Department Head and Teacher July 2022 - June 2023
American International School
Abuja, Nigeria
Social Studies Teacher August 2020 - July 2022
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy
Philadelphia, PA
Upper School History and Economics Teacher August 2016 - July 2020
The Shipley School
Bryn Mawr, PA
Upper School History Teacher August 2014 - July 2016
Colegio Atid
Mexico City, Mexico
IB Upper School History Teacher August 2013 - July 2014
Hampstead Hill Academy
Baltimore, MD
Middle School Social Studies and Science Teacher August 2012 - June 2013
  • Edward C. Rorer Faculty of Promise Award - Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, 2019
  • Adobe Creative Educator, Level 1, 2023
  • Adobe Education Institute Fellow, 2024
  • Maryland Standard Professional Certification: social studies 7-12, science 4-9

Applause

The following comments from NIU faculty were shared through NIU Today Applaud a Colleague:

"I want to highlight Kevin’s exceptional service with Blackboard support. Just before the semester started, I needed urgent course setup assistance. Despite the hectic timing, Kevin went above and beyond to ensure my course was ready for Monday’s launch. His technical expertise and commitment to faculty support made a stressful situation easy and demonstrated his dedication to our teaching mission." (January 16, 2025

"Kevin Harris is so patient, kind, and knowledgeable when explaining how to navigate BB Ultra. Although I am new to the process, he gives me confidence that I am capable. THANK YOU!" (February 15, 2024)

Kevin Harris portrait photo

Contact

Kevin Harris
kevin.harris@niu.edu
815-753-6402
AC112

Contact Us

Center for Innovative
Teaching and Learning

Phone: 815-753-0595
Email: citl@niu.edu