Lynn Williamson White
Retired
Florissant, MO
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated professional with history of meeting school goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the schools
brand. Enthusiastic teacher eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of counseling and training in counseling education. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in their chosen field. Detail-oriented Substitute Teacher with 8 years of experience. Expert in classroom management and cultivating educational atmospheres for students.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Ritenour School District
Overland, MO
09.2011 - 06.2017
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
- Administered and graded tests and quizzes and reported performance to primary teacher.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Studied changing regional curriculums to maintain knowledge of lesson plans for short- and long-term substitute positions.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
Classroom Teacher
Francis Howell School District
St Charles, MO
08.2008 - 01.2010
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
- Instructed groups of up to [Number] students and provided individual support.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Middle Scool Counselor
Francis Howell School District
St Charles, MO
07.1989 - 06.2009
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Identified issues that hindered student academic achievement.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Counseled students regarding course and program selection, class scheduling and registration and career planning.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions.
- Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
- Encouraged students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities.
- Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
- Taught classes and presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.
- Instructed individuals in career development, job search and application strategies, resume writing and interview skills.
- Taught lessons to students and faculty regarding issues such as bullying and drug abuse.
- Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
- Identified cases of domestic abuse or other family problems and encouraged students or parents to seek additional assistance from mental health professionals.
- Provided alcohol and drug prevention programs and classes to teach students to handle conflicts without resorting to violence.
Classroom Teacher/Counselor
Warrenton R111 School District
Warrenton, Mo
09.1983 - 06.1989
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Instructed groups of up to [Number] students and provided individual support.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Used tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
Education
Professional License - School Psychological Examiner
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO09.1999
Master of Arts - Counseling
Truman State University
Kirksville, MO05.1989
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Maryville University of Saint Louis
St Louis, MO05.1982
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Florissant Valley Community College
Florissant, MO05.1979
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Understanding of Content
- Classroom Integration
- Assigning and Grading Work
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Ritenour School District
09.2011 - 06.2017
Classroom Teacher
Francis Howell School District
08.2008 - 01.2010
Middle Scool Counselor
Francis Howell School District
07.1989 - 06.2009
Classroom Teacher/Counselor
Warrenton R111 School District
09.1983 - 06.1989
Professional License - School Psychological Examiner
Lindenwood University
Master of Arts - Counseling
Truman State University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Maryville University of Saint Louis
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Florissant Valley Community College
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