Deborah Latham-White

Current

• Teacher at Faithfully Yours

Past

• Teacher at CDI HEAD START
• TEACHER at CMACAO HEAD START

Education

• Columbus State

Connections

15 connections

Industry

Education Management

Deborah Latham-White’s Summary

I am a seasoned professional.

I am accustomed to conducting research on a variety of topics. Making decisions on what can be effectively used in a learning enviornment. Working with a team to develop and implement plans. Securing materials to use in a classroom setting. Selecting and ordering materials.

Making connections with community resources to enhance classroom experiences.
My communication skills are well developed. I can express ideas and concepts in a clear manner.

Head Start was a great professional venue for me. I learned how to connect with a variety of people in my work situation. I took full advantage of the educational development programs. Lead a team of assistant teachers in creating a diverse learning community.

I was laid off in May of 2007 due to administrative changes in the program. I decided during that transition that it was time for me to make a change in my career focus and goals.

Since I have been at home, I have been busy learning how to effectively use a PC. I also have been busy working on line by joining social networks, learning how to set up and maintain a website, and conducting research on topics of professional and personal interest.

I have also participated in a career development mini-course. The course was sponsored by New Directions. I have successfully identified my capabilities and interests.

Currently I am exploring the possibilities in the work world. I am developing contacts and creating networks that will assist me in completing my goal of finding a new career

When I am hired into a new position, I plan to enroll into the on line degree program sponsored by the University of Cincinnati. I want to complete my degree work in the field of education.

Deborah Latham-White’s Specialties:

Research, ordering, planning and organizing, conducting screenings, making referrals, networking, providing verbal and written information, typing, 10 key adding machine.

Deborah Latham-White’s Experience

• Teacher

  Faithfully Yours

  (Education Management industry)

  July 2008 — Present (1 year 1 month)

  I am developing a Head Start Partnership Classroom.
  
  Upgrading the physical learning environment.
  Developing a goal orientated learning program for children ages 3 to 5 years.
  Introducing Head Start educational mandates and concepts to staff.
  Developing relationships with families.

• Teacher

  CDI HEAD START

  (Public Company; 1001-5000 employees; Non-Profit Organization Management industry)

  May 2005 — May 2007 (2 years 1 month)

  Organized and implemented daily educational program for children ages 3 to 5 years old. Developed individual educational plans for children. Collected data on individual families. Made referrals for services in Central Ohio. Connected with existing networks in our area for educational and social services. Designed specific programs to meet the needs of children and their families.

• TEACHER

  CMACAO HEAD START

  (Non-Profit Organization Management industry)

  1989 — 2005 (16 years)

  Developed professional skills. Promoted from Assistant Teacher to Teacher. Earned professional credentials: CDA, Associate Degree in Early Childhood Development, Pre K Certification from Ohio Department of Education.
  Developed lesson plans with team members, implemented daily plans, secured materials and resources for classroom activities. Created networks within the community for children and their families. Attended numerous professional workshops, seminars and trainings. Worked in 40 Week Educational Program, 52 Week Educational Program, Worked in Home Base Program as temporary staff person.
  Worked with families to develop individual educational plans. Collected data on individual children and their families. Conducted required pre~screenings for children. Connected families with services in our area. Made referrals in house and within our community.

Additional Information

Deborah Latham-White’s Interests:

Politics, History, Reading, Music, Art, Dance, Writing,Photography, Education, Social Activism, Movies. Professional networking, career development.

Deborah Latham-White’s Groups:

•    Obama for America
•    The AfroSpear
•    Children's Defense Fund

Deborah Latham-White’s Contact Settings

Interested In:

• career opportunities
• consulting offers
• expertise requests
• reference requests
• getting back in touch