SYLVESTER ALI WHITE

• Taught business courses, providing instruction to up to 80 undergraduate students.
• Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
• Mentored students on academic and career aspirations, providing guidance that led to significant improvements in their academic performance and career choices.
• Improved learning outcomes with integration of technology in teaching methods, utilizing multimedia presentations and online resources.
• Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional, and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
• Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
• Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.

• Responsible for providing instructions, assessments, and programs for students with disabilities
• Monitor progress, research instructional materials, and serve as an information resource
• Worked within a push-in/pull-out Learning Center model to ensure students receive the best education.
• Selected textbooks for 6 classrooms in the district.

• Implement federal, state, and district guidelines to support students with disabilities in an inclusive environment
• Use effective teaching practices to guide learning toward curriculum and IEP goals
• Choose appropriate instructional methods and follow the Behavior Intervention Plan
• Monitor progress for 100 students and seek help from specialists when necessary.
• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

• Planned, developed, and delivered comprehensive Algebra 2 curricula to high school students, ensuring alignment with state and national mathematics standards.
• Utilized a variety of instructional methods, including lectures, interactive problem-solving sessions, group work, and technology-enhanced learning tools, to cater to diverse learning styles.
• Created and administered assessments, including quizzes, tests, and projects, to evaluate student understanding and mastery of Algebra 2 concepts.
• Provided individualized instruction and support to students needing additional help, including tutoring sessions and targeted remediation strategies.
• Integrated real-world applications and problem-solving scenarios into lessons to demonstrate the relevance of algebraic concepts in everyday life and various career fields.
  

Key Achievements:

• Improved student achievement in Algebra 2, with a significant percentage of students demonstrating proficiency or advanced levels on standardized assessments.
• Developed innovative lesson plans and instructional materials that were adopted by the math department for use in other classes.
• Received positive feedback from students and parents for creating an engaging and supportive learning environment.