Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Teacher
Donita  Brooks

Donita Brooks

Avondale,LA

Summary

Experienced Social Studies Teacher with experience educating students on global and American ideals and cultural heritage. Generates student awareness of rights, liberties and responsibilities as citizens. Explains concepts of government, geography, history, economics, civics and current events. Develops lesson plans, assigns and grades exercises and encourages student participation during classroom activities.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Secondary Social Studies and English Teacher

Jefferson Parish Public Schools
12.2018 - 03.2020
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
  • Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.

School Librarian

Southern University Laboratory School
01.2014 - 10.2015
  • Collaborated with teachers and school administrators to develop library resources for students.
  • Assisted students in locating and using library resources.
  • Instructed students on research techniques and use of online resources for lifelong learning.
  • Developed policies and procedures for library patrons for optimal satisfaction.
  • Greeted patrons warmly and offered to assist with issues or needs.

Business and Law Career Academy Teacher

Orleans Parish Public Schools
08.2003 - 05.2005
  • Built positive relationships with students, parents and team members to achieve smooth and productive program experience.
  • Connected instruction to real-world experiences and to students' post-secondary goals.
  • Engaged students in academic and practical conversations that elicited critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.
  • Advised students on course selection, career decisions and other academic and vocational concerns.
  • Kept updated with developments in subject area curriculum, technical and career trends and teaching resources and methods.

Secondary Social Studies Teacher

Jefferson Parish Public Schools
08.1983 - 04.1987
  • Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Curriculum Standards.
  • Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
  • Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
  • Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
  • Discussed important historical figures, dates and events which helped shape modern world.

Social Studies Teacher

Saint Charles Parish Schools
10.1981 - 06.1983
  • Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Curriculum Standards.
  • Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
  • Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
  • Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
  • Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.

Education

Southern University Law, JD, Law Studies -

University of Holy Cross, BS, Secondary Education

Skills

  • Instructional Best Practices
  • Student Motivation and Engagement
  • Technology Integration
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Critical Thinking
  • Creative Lesson Plan Development
  • Performance Assessment
  • Classroom Management
  • Behavior Management
  • Essay Writing Technique Development
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

Certification

  • LA Certified Teacher, LA Bar Certified Attorney

Timeline

Secondary Social Studies and English Teacher

Jefferson Parish Public Schools
12.2018 - 03.2020

School Librarian

Southern University Laboratory School
01.2014 - 10.2015

Business and Law Career Academy Teacher

Orleans Parish Public Schools
08.2003 - 05.2005

Secondary Social Studies Teacher

Jefferson Parish Public Schools
08.1983 - 04.1987

Social Studies Teacher

Saint Charles Parish Schools
10.1981 - 06.1983

Southern University Law, JD, Law Studies -

University of Holy Cross, BS, Secondary Education
Donita Brooks