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Victoria R White

Mobile,AL

Summary

-Renowned for passionate instruction and effective preparation in critical thinking and writing


-Effective in helping to elevate the school's ACT mean score through an innovative prep course.


-Demonstration of exceptional curriculum planning and effective leadership, fostering a culture of academic excellence.


-Proven leadership in international student travel, enhancing global awareness and education

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

High School English Teacher

UMS-Wright Preparatory School
08.2004 - Current
  • English Department Chairperson 2019-present
  • Started ACT Prep Course in 2004 and taught this course in the summer from 2004 until present, helping to improve the school ACT mean score approximately 4 composite points
  • School sponsor for National Honor Society
  • School sponsor National English Honor Society
  • Lead trip to Paris/London with 24 students -2022
  • Chaperoned trip to Key West with 35 students 2023
  • Chaperoned trip to Germany with 30 students- 2024
  • Chaperoned trip to Italy with 36 students- 2025
  • Started UMS-Wright Book Club still operating today
  • Started and sponsored Dance team for four years 2010-2014
  • Co-sponsored literary magazine for five years 2008-2013

Current Classroom activities:

  • Prepare and implement lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Plan dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Prepare comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
  • Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
  • Attend department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
  • Participate in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
  • Create and implement activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
  • Design and implement assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
  • Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
  • Work with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
  • Provide guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
  • Utilize data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
  • Build variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
  • Encourage students to take active role in learning and academic success.
  • Assess and evaluate student performance through use of standardized testing.
  • Monitor student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
  • Support students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
  • Develop and implement behavior management plans to address student issues.
  • Create and maintain safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Develop and implement variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
  • Produce engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
  • Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events such as dance team, literary magazine, book club, and FCA
  • Establish and maintain professional relationships with students, staff, and parents.

Assistant Principal

Stoneybrooke Christian Schools
09.1999 - 06.2003
  • Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
  • Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
  • Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
  • Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
  • Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information, and assess employee thoughts.
  • Instructed small groups of teachers and students.
  • Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
  • Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
  • Assisted with compliance efforts for fire and other safety regulations.
  • Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
  • Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
  • Collaborated with school board officials to assess areas for improvement in curricula, classrooms, testing and student activities.

English Teacher

Stoneybrooke Christian Schools
09.1994 - 06.1999
  • Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
  • Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
  • Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
  • Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
  • Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.

High School English Teacher

Fayette Co High School
08.1983 - 05.1987
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
  • Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
  • Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
  • Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
  • Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
  • Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
  • Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
  • Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
  • Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
  • Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.

Education

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Concordia University
Irvine, Ca
08.1998

Bachelor of Arts - English

Mercer University
Macon, GA
05.1983

Skills

  • Knowledge of literature
  • Writing Instruction
  • Effective Communicator
  • Organization
  • Teacher Mentorship
  • Curriculum Planning and Oversight
  • Staff recruitment and training
  • Group leadership
  • Individualized support
  • Teaching strategies

Timeline

High School English Teacher

UMS-Wright Preparatory School
08.2004 - Current

Assistant Principal

Stoneybrooke Christian Schools
09.1999 - 06.2003

English Teacher

Stoneybrooke Christian Schools
09.1994 - 06.1999

High School English Teacher

Fayette Co High School
08.1983 - 05.1987

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Concordia University

Bachelor of Arts - English

Mercer University
Victoria R White