Derek Hurley
Research Analyst at University of Illinois Springfield
Lincoln, Illinois, United States
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Top SchoolDerek Hurley is a research analyst and experienced educator with 15 years in higher education, blending classroom instruction, tutoring, and applied research for public-sector impact. Based in Lincoln, Illinois, he currently supports the State of Illinois while teaching as adjunct faculty at the University of Illinois Springfield, drawing on a master’s in English with a focus on digital pedagogy. His background as a reporter and content manager gives him strong skills in writing, proofreading, WordPress, and translating complex information into accessible formats for diverse audiences. Derek’s experience designing curricula, proctoring accommodated exams, and running tutoring programs shows a practical commitment to student success and inclusive pedagogy. He combines editorial judgment with hands-on digital content production—an uncommon mix that helps institutions communicate policy and educational outcomes clearly. Colleagues rely on him for clear analysis, dependable instruction, and thoughtful support for learners and stakeholders.
15 years of coding experience
Master's degree, English (Digital Pedagogy), Master's degree, English (Digital Pedagogy) at University of Illinois Springfield
Github Skills (7)
irc10
continuous-integration10
buildbot10
python10
build-automation10
cli-framework9
documentation8
Programming languages (4)
Github contributions (5)
dzhurley/shiftfoc.us
Aug 2016 - Apr 2019
Contributions:212 pushes, 17 branches in 2 years 8 months
dzhurley/soundscape
May 2014 - Apr 2019
Contributions:406 commits, 347 pushes, 44 branches in 4 years 11 months
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