Christine Jones

Biography

I was born in Lincoln, Nebraska, much to my surprise. This was quickly remedied when my parents, both native to Arizona, returned to Phoenix when I was 18 months old. I graduated from Barry Goldwater H.S. and became a student at Glendale Community College before I even walked for my diploma. My first class was English 101 in HT2, in a classroom where I have since taught. At GCC, I met the man I was going to marry and soon started a family.

Eventually, I transferred to Northern Arizona University (Go Jacks!). There, I earned a Dual BA in English and Religious Studies and an MA in TESL. Within a week of completing classes, I was on a plane with my family, flying to central China to teach English Composition for Fort Hays State University. This was followed by Tokyo, Japan, to teach for the University of Montana and the United Arab Emirates, teaching for the Higher Colleges of Technology. Throughout the years, I have taught English Composition, Creative Writing, Technical Writing, Drama as Literature, Film as Literature, and English Literature.

In the Autumn of 2016, I brought my family back to Arizona and started teaching at Glendale Community College the following year. My goal as an English instructor is to remain focused on learning-centered support of students with a commitment to ensuring supported opportunities for student success. My passion for learning-centered support is so strong that I started my dissertation at Kansas State University, writing about a sense of belonging at the community college. You will find me teaching English Composition and Technical Writing, as it gives me the greatest chance to help students reach their potential.

I have a dog, three cats, three children, and a husband. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy gardening, playing board games, reading, writing, taking classes, and spending time with my family.

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