Doris Anderson White
Tallahassee
Summary
Professional educator prepared for role with strong background in fostering student development and managing classroom dynamics. Valued for ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and adapt to changing needs. Skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and engaging diverse student populations. Known for reliability, excellent communication, and results-driven approach.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
HB -385 Science Teacher
Sequoyah Middle School
07.2023 - 05.2025
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings and best practices in science education.
- Incorporated project-based learning into the curriculum, challenging students to apply scientific principles in real-world situations while developing teamwork skills.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance; consistently enforced policies while maintaining fairness and respect toward all students.
Virtual Long-term ELA Substitute
Virtual Academy in Clayton County
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
- Improved student comprehension by tailoring teaching methods to individual learning styles.
- Increased overall class participation by fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Assisted struggling students through one-on-one sessions, leading to increased academic success.
Teacher
Sequoyah Middle School
08.2017 - 05.2022
- 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.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
Substitute Teacher
Clayton County Schools
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Itinerant Reading Teacher
Babbs Middle School/Forest Park Middle School
07.2015 - 05.2016
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Boosted student fluency rates by utilizing effective instructional strategies during small group instruction.
- Supported struggling readers through individualized interventions and progress monitoring, leading to improved reading levels.
- Contributed to school-wide literacy initiatives by participating in committees focused on curriculum development, assessment practices, and teacher training programs.
- Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing guided reading groups and targeted literacy instruction.
ELA Teacher
M.D. Roberts Middle School
06.2007 - 05.2015
- Babb Middle School 6th/7th, and 8th Grades
- M.D. Roberts 6th/8th Grades
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- 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.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
Teacher
Mitchell County Middle School
01.1989 - 01.2007
- Mitchell County Middle School Sixth and Seventh Grade Language Arts Teacher
- Curriculum Coordinator Committee Member
- Planned Curriculum Development and Implementation
- Technology Integration Facilitator
- SACS Committee Chairperson
- Standard Based Instruction Trainer
- Teacher America's Choice/Georgia's Choice Presenter
- Language Arts Department Chairperson
- Grade Level Chairperson
- Cross-Age Tutoring Coordinator
- After School/Summer School Coordinator/Teacher
Education
Educational Specialist - Curriculum Instruction Management and Administration
Nova Southeastern University
06.2007
Masters of Education - undefined
Thomas University
05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education
Albany State University
05.1989
Skills
- Faculty collaboration and support
- Inquiry-based learning
- Technology integration
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Project-based learning
- Multimedia integration
- Group and individual instruction
- Google classroom
- Lesson plan development
- Online instruction
- New teacher training
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Year
Teacher of the month
Leadership Team
Grade Chairperson
Affiliations
- President of Georgia Education of Association
- Vice President of Georgia of Association
Timeline
HB -385 Science Teacher
Sequoyah Middle School
07.2023 - 05.2025
Virtual Long-term ELA Substitute
Virtual Academy in Clayton County
08.2022 - 05.2023
Teacher
Sequoyah Middle School
08.2017 - 05.2022
Substitute Teacher
Clayton County Schools
08.2016 - 05.2017
Itinerant Reading Teacher
Babbs Middle School/Forest Park Middle School
07.2015 - 05.2016
ELA Teacher
M.D. Roberts Middle School
06.2007 - 05.2015
Teacher
Mitchell County Middle School
01.1989 - 01.2007
Masters of Education - undefined
Thomas University
Bachelor of Science - Middle Grades Education
Albany State University
Educational Specialist - Curriculum Instruction Management and Administration
Nova Southeastern University
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