<p> 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</p><p>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.</p><p>March 2006 – August 2006 Adjunct Instructor – Anne Arundel Community College, Glen Burnie, Maryland</p><p>Taught public speaking – with an emphasis on career building – to non-traditional adult students of the Anne Arundel County Board of Education.</p><p>August 2003 – August 2005 English Teacher – Memphis City Schools, Memphis, Tennessee</p><p>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.</p><p>January 2001 – December 2002 Adjunct English Instructor – Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia</p><p>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.</p><p>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</p><p>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</p><p>Impart the importance of good writing to career professionals. Instruction included: grammar review, thesis writing, and study of literature.</p><p>January 1998 – June 1999 English Teacher – Hampton Public Schools, Hampton, Virginia</p><p>Taught grammar, writing and literature. Instructed students to write creatively and become independent thinkers. </p><p>September 1997 – June 1998 Adult Basic Education Teacher – Norfolk Public Schools, Norfolk</p><p>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. </p><p>September 1996 – August 1997 Licensed English Teacher, Grades 7–12, New York City Board of Education, George W. Wingate High School, Brooklyn, New York</p><p>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.</p><p>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</p><p>March 6, 2012</p><p>Madeleine Howard 10911 Bellaforte Court Richmond, TX 77406</p><p>Ms. Diane Parks Principal, Joe A. Hubenak Elementary School 11344 Rancho Bella Parkway Richmond, TX 77406 Dear Ms. Parks:</p><p>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).</p><p>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).</p><p>My e-mail address is [email protected].</p><p>I may be reached at the following telephone numbers: (Home) 281-762-1335 and (Cell) 443-845-5996.</p><p>I would like to thank you in advance for taking this time to read my letter. I look forward to hearing from you.</p><p>Sincerely,</p><p>Madeleine Howard</p>