Douglas Haas
Palmetto,FL
Summary
Highly qualified Science Teacher with 35 years of experience teaching middle and high school Science. Generates student enthusiasm for learning through individual connections and motivators. Empowers students through interactive learning, offering educational lessons and exciting science demonstrations.
Educator and team associate with proven expertise in classroom management, lesson plan development, and faculty collaboration, honed at Manatee HS and Walmart. Excels in creating inclusive learning environments and leveraging technology integration to enhance student comprehension. Demonstrated ability to adapt and employ diverse instructional approaches, achieving significant improvements in student learning outcomes.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher, Science
School District Of Manatee County, Manatee HS
Bradenton, FL
09.1988 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- 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.
- Enhanced classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications of scientific concepts.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance; consistently enforced policies while maintaining fairness and respect toward all students.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected science with other subjects, fostering a well-rounded education.
- Improved student comprehension by employing diverse teaching strategies and adapting lesson plans to meet individual needs.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Provided individualized feedback to support student learning and development.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
Associate
Walmart
Bradenton, FL
07.2000 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Science Education
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL12.1985
Skills
- Faculty Collaboration and Support
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Supervision
- Learning Style Accommodations
- Instructional planning
- Student Records Management
- Lab Management
- Lesson Plan Development
- Laboratory skills
- Inquiry-based learning
- Technology Integration
- Classroom Management
- Enforcing Rules and Expectations
- Classroom Instruction
- Chemical use
- Testing and grading
- Environmental education
- Chemistry
Timeline
Associate
Walmart
07.2000 - Current
Teacher, Science
School District Of Manatee County, Manatee HS
09.1988 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Science Education
University of South Florida