Denise Henderson
Jackson,MS
Summary
Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Academic Teacher
Mississippi Department Of Human Services
09.2023 - Current
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
High School Biology Teacher
Jackson Public School District
09.2018 - 05.2023
- Sat in on classes of fellow teaching professionals to learn innovative methods for dispensing information to students.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Established positive and encouraging relationship with students and helped to foster appreciation for biology and science.
- Developed materials for laboratory activities, homework assignments and handouts to facilitate learning.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.
Signal Support Specialist (25U)
Army National Guard MS
12.2011 - 12.2017
- Provided maintenance and technical assistance to commanders and staff in regards to signal support systems.
- Supervised and assisted with battlefield signal support systems and terminal devices.
- Handled all troubleshooting tasks for signal support services, which included radio, wire and battlefield automated systems.
- Tested signal-level equipment for operational performance within prescribed tolerances.
- Set up terminal devices, completing prescribed onboarding processes to verify successful integration into existing network frameworks.
- Installed new wiring and networking hardware in existing facilities and within new construction.
Education
Master of Science - Public Health
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS12.2017
Skills
- Small Group Instruction
- Group Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Curriculum Implementation
- Differentiated Instruction
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Mississippi Teaching Credential
- Motivating Students
- Lesson Planning
- Alternative Learning Methods
- Microsoft Suite including Excel
Certification
Mississippi Teacher License
Endorsements: Biology (7-12), General Science (7-12), Health Education (K-12)
Timeline
Academic Teacher
Mississippi Department Of Human Services
09.2023 - Current
High School Biology Teacher
Jackson Public School District
09.2018 - 05.2023
Signal Support Specialist (25U)
Army National Guard MS
12.2011 - 12.2017
Master of Science - Public Health
Jackson State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Jackson State University