Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Teacher

Bridgett White

Columbus,MS

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Columbus Municipal School District, excelling in differentiated instruction and classroom management. Fostered strong relationships with students and parents, enhancing engagement through innovative lesson planning and data-driven assessments. Committed to creating inclusive learning environments that support diverse student needs and promote academic success.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Columbus Municipal School District
01.2014 - 12.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.

Teacher

Noxubee County School District
07.1998 - 01.2014

Special Education Teacher

  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
  • Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
  • Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.

Education

Master Of Applied Science - School Counseling

University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL
12.1999

Certificate - Special Education

Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS
05.1997

Bachelor Of Applied Arts - Elementary Education

Stillman College
Tuscaloosa, AL
05.1994

Associate Of Arts - Education

Mary Holmes Jr College
West Point
05.1990

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Motivating students
  • Behavior management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Student engagement
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Growth mindset
  • Classroom instruction
  • Conflict resolution
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Collaborative learning
  • Student-centered learning
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Student assessment
  • Small group instruction
  • Innovative lesson planning
  • Technology integration
  • Social-emotional learning training
  • Student needs assessment
  • Performance assessments
  • Data-driven instruction
  • Testing and grading
  • Elementary education
  • Learning assessments
  • Student records management
  • Alternative learning methods
  • Special needs students
  • Special education
  • Serving diverse communities
  • Assigning and grading work
  • Standardized testing
  • Test grading
  • SMART board aptitude
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Lesson delivery
  • Record keeping
  • Flexible and adaptive
  • Parent and teacher conferences
  • Formative assessments and Standard-based grading
  • IEP planning
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Classwork assignment

Certification

National Board Certification in Special Needs

Timeline

Teacher

Columbus Municipal School District
01.2014 - 12.2024

Teacher

Noxubee County School District
07.1998 - 01.2014

Master Of Applied Science - School Counseling

University of West Alabama

Certificate - Special Education

Mississippi State University

Bachelor Of Applied Arts - Elementary Education

Stillman College

Associate Of Arts - Education

Mary Holmes Jr College
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