Douglas Henderson
Durham,NC
Summary
Middle School Language Arts Teacher with 10+ years of experience teaching DPS curriculum. Three years of experience in multi-subject classroom teaching. Delivers lessons that contain a focus on writing processes for literature and informational texts. Incorporates a year-long dialogue centered on preparing students for standardized tests to achieve growth. Builds relationships with students with an enthusiastic demeanor and an inquiring and non-judgmental approach. Classroom management strategy is rooted in daily and quarterly rewards for positive behavior and participation.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
8th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher
Carrington Middle School
Durham, NC
08.2014 - Current
- Served as PLC/Team leader 2021-2024, assigned specific roles to PLC members to improve work processes, analyzed data to drive instruction.
- Has met expected student growth each year since 2016-17 according to EVAAS Index and Growth Indicator.
- Created lesson plans aligned with curriculum and met varying student needs in inclusion classes.
- Used positive reinforcement method to manage classroom behavior and improve academic focus.
6th Grade ELA Teacher (Long-time Sub Position)
Brogden Middle School
Durham, NC
01.2014 - 03.2014
- Created and delivered lessons to prepare students for the Language Arts EOG.
7th Grade ELA Teacher
Research Triangle Charter Academy
Durham, NC
01.2013 - 06.2013
- Created and delivered lessons aligned with the curriculum.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Middle Grades Education (Language Arts Emphasis)
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC12.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC05.2003
Skills
- Licensed in Middle Grades Language Arts
- IEP Familiarity
- Group Leadership
- Knowledgeable About StudySync, Canvas, PowerSchool, Reading Plus, iReady, Flocabulary, Peardeck, Remind
Timeline
8th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher
Carrington Middle School
08.2014 - Current
6th Grade ELA Teacher (Long-time Sub Position)
Brogden Middle School
01.2014 - 03.2014
7th Grade ELA Teacher
Research Triangle Charter Academy
01.2013 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Middle Grades Education (Language Arts Emphasis)
North Carolina Central University
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
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