Britt Howard MS, ASP

Madeleine Howard (281) 762-1335 e-mail: [email protected] TEXAS EDUCATOR CERTIFICATE Objective Enthusiastic professional seeking a position in which I may effectively demonstrate my skills in education. Education Norfolk State University Master of Arts, May 2000 Major: Speech Communication

State University of New York at Albany Bachelor of Arts, December 1992 Major: English Minor: History Experience January 2007 – December 2010 Adjunct Instructor – Brookdale Community College, Lincroft, New Jersey Public Speaking Instructor Taught students how to become empowered as well-prepared speakers in a public forum; this included, teaching students how to write outlines, speak comfortably and confidently while presenting a variety of speeches. English Instructor Taught individuality and confidence in one’s writing by encouraging students to be accountable for what they write. Coursework included: Fundamentals of Writing, Composition, and The Writing Process.

March 2006 – August 2006 Adjunct Instructor – Anne Arundel Community College, Glen Burnie, Maryland

Taught public speaking – with an emphasis on career building – to non-traditional adult students of the Anne Arundel County Board of Education.

August 2003 – August 2005 English Teacher – Memphis City Schools, Memphis, Tennessee

Instructed sophomore, junior, and senior-level students in the pedagogy of English at this inner-city high school. Lectured students, while engaging in pleasant discourse about related text and coursework.

January 2001 – December 2002 Adjunct English Instructor – Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia

Inspired students to become better writers while teaching this intensive course in composition. Critiqued students’ papers and offered guidance in correction: proofreading, revising, and editing.

January 2001 – December 2002 Adjunct Public Speaking Instructor – Tidewater Community College, Virginia Beach, Norfolk Naval Base, Norfolk, Virginia, and Paul D. Camp Community College, Suffolk, Virginia

Taught the art of public speaking in various forms: commemorative, informative, and persuasive. Instructed students how to write and read their own speeches; this included: an effective thesis statement, clear introduction, body, conclusion, eye contact and posture. September 1998 – August 2000 Adjunct English Instructor – Tidewater Community College, Portsmouth, Virginia

Impart the importance of good writing to career professionals. Instruction included: grammar review, thesis writing, and study of literature.

January 1998 – June 1999 English Teacher – Hampton Public Schools, Hampton, Virginia

Taught grammar, writing and literature. Instructed students to write creatively and become independent thinkers.

September 1997 – June 1998 Adult Basic Education Teacher – Norfolk Public Schools, Norfolk

Instructed students, ages 21 – 65, with lessons designed to help them receive their G.E.D. Responsible for accurate maintenance of attendance reports and adult students’ demographic data.

September 1996 – August 1997 Licensed English Teacher, Grades 7–12, New York City Board of Education, George W. Wingate High School, Brooklyn, New York

Wrote detailed lesson plans for individual class levels. Responsible for maintaining a proper classroom atmosphere that was conducive to learning. Taught students a better understanding of novels by relating novels’ themes to students’ contemporary issues.

Certifications, Licensed English Teacher, New York Training, and English License, Virginia Memberships English License, Tennessee American Association of University Professionals (AAUP) References Will Gladly Provide Upon Request

March 6, 2012

Madeleine Howard 10911 Bellaforte Court Richmond, TX 77406

Ms. Diane Parks Principal, Joe A. Hubenak Elementary School 11344 Rancho Bella Parkway Richmond, TX 77406 Dear Ms. Parks:

I am an applicant for a full-time teaching position in the subject areas of English/Language Arts in the Lamar School District for the upcoming school year (2012-2013). I hold a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English and History, and a Master of Arts Degree in Communication. I have taught at the high school level for six years – and at the college level for an additional eleven years (i.e. I have gladly furnished my resume for your further review).

Thank you, Ms. Parks, for showing interest in my job search. I invite you to share my resume in order to be considered for any teaching vacancies in my certified area (i.e. Grades 8-12, English/Language Arts).

My e-mail address is [email protected].

I may be reached at the following telephone numbers: (Home) 281-762-1335 and (Cell) 443-845-5996.

I would like to thank you in advance for taking this time to read my letter. I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,

Madeleine Howard