Therone Wade-White
102 Spring Grove Road Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
To seek and maintain a full-time position as an English Language instructor at an educational institution that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills in order for learners to gain skills in English language acquisition.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
English Language Instructor
Penn Hills School District
Penn Hills, Pennslyvania
08.2001 - Current
- Established positive classroom management boundaries to create safe, known environment for behavior among students.
- Implemented innovative teaching approaches for special needs students to meet requirements of individualized education plans.
- Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
- Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, writing, listening and speaking, working with educators in other content areas to integrate skills across curriculum.
- Built relationships with guardians and community stakeholders to enhance school/home relationships
Alternative Education Instructor/Administrator
Penn Hills School District
Penn Hills, Pennsylvania
09.2010 - 06.2014
- Seventh-grade middle school principal & later literacy coach (at the request of the superintendent to improve literacy at both the middle school and high school levels).
- Initially, I provided English instruction at Linton Middle School and was later promoted to administrator
- Supervised educators at both Penn Hills Senior High and Linton Middle School and additional duties typical of administrator
English Instructor
East Allegheny School District
Pittsburgh, PA
08.1999 - 08.2000
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Medical Specialist
United States Army
Fort Campbell Kentucky
08.1986 - 08.1989
- Provided treatment and consultation to military personnel
- Administered medication, therapy and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease or injury.
Education
Ph.D. - Leadership in High Education
Capella University
Minneapolis, MNMaster of Science - Community Counseling
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VAMaster of Science - Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PABachelor of Science - Secondary Education: English
California University of Pennsylvania
California, PAEnglish-as-a-Second-Language Education
Pennsylvania State University
Harrisburg, PASkills
- Well skilled in Wida & ACCESS For ELLs
- Knowledge of Second Language Acquisition
- MS Office & G-Suite
- Attention to Detail
- Organization and Time Management
- Cultural Awareness
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Excellent Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Self-Motivated
- Decision-Making
Accomplishments
Author of Children's Books & Novels
Postsecondary Instructor
Featured Speaker in Several Countries
Honorable Discharge from U.S. Army
Timeline
Alternative Education Instructor/Administrator
Penn Hills School District
09.2010 - 06.2014
English Language Instructor
Penn Hills School District
08.2001 - Current
English Instructor
East Allegheny School District
08.1999 - 08.2000
Medical Specialist
United States Army
08.1986 - 08.1989
Ph.D. - Leadership in High Education
Capella University
Master of Science - Community Counseling
Liberty University
Master of Science - Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education: English
California University of Pennsylvania
English-as-a-Second-Language Education
Pennsylvania State University