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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
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
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
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
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, MN

Master of Science - Community Counseling

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA

Master of Science - Education

Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA

Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education: English

California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA

English-as-a-Second-Language Education

Pennsylvania State University
Harrisburg, PA

Skills

  • 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
Therone Wade-White