Deidre L. Swoope
1203 Noble Avenue S.W. l Decatur, Alabama 35601 l (256) 642 – 1778 (cell)
(256) 351 – 0722 (home) l dlswoope@yahoo.com
Profile
- An enthusiastic educator with a desire to use my talents to prepare students for the future.
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Sociology, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
- Master of Arts in Teaching – with Certification in Social Science, Western Governors University
- Master Capstone: Effectiveness of Assistive Technology In a Social Science Thematic Unit
Professional Certification
- State of Alabama Class B Teaching Certificate in General Social Science
- State of Tennessee, Master’s Level Teaching Certificate in History
- State of Georgia, Master’s Level Professional Certificate in Social Science
- Adventist Education Certification
- Professional Social Sciences
- Sociology
- International Baccalaureate Level II Teacher
- Program Coordinator, Department of History and Political Science, Oakwood University, Huntsville, AL
- Provide quality instruction in the areas of African-American History, Latin American History, Minorities in America, Geography
- Academic advising
- Demonstrate professional growth
- Attend departmental meetings, workshops, and in-service training sessions
- Create and maintain an active research agenda
- Serve on university committees
Spring Semester 2014
Adjunct Instructor, Oakwood University, Huntsville, AL
- Instructed students in Regional Geography
2010 - 2014
History Instructor, Oakwood Adventist Academy, Huntsville, AL
- Students showed a three year gain in test scores in Social Science Content in 2009 – 2010 school year
- Established an open line of communication with academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students
- Maintained a level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students, parents, and staff
2006 – 2009
Social Studies Teacher, Decatur City Schools, Decatur, AL
- Established an open line of communication with academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students
- Provided academic modifications for special needs students.
- Maintained a level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students, parents, and staff
Highlighted Experience
Summer 1998
Student Intern, Center for Applied Social Research, University of Tennessee Chattanooga
- Observation and Research on Issues of Social Interest
- Utilization of Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods and Programs
- Basic Applications of Grant Writing
Summer 1996 and 1997 – 1998
Student Intern, Chattanooga African American Museum, Chattanooga, TN
- Learned basic functions of museum work and fundraising
- Developed Permanent Displays in Museum
Service and Lectures
2015 Author, “Adventures of Geography Girl” (Graphic Novel, self – publishing in progress)
2015 Faculty Trainer, Ways to Increase Technology in History Classes
2014 Faculty Advisor, Oakwood University Historical Society
2014 Facilitator, “Ways to Increase Interest and Motivation in Secondary Social Science Classes” SU of Seventh Day Adventist
2014 Senior Class Sponsor, Oakwood Adventist Academy
2012 Interview, “Why I Chose to become a Teacher” as part National Teachers Initiative featured on NPR in conjunction with StoryCorp.
2012 Selected Audience Member – “American Graduate Teacher Town Hall” meeting featured on Alabama Public Television
2010 Accreditation Visiting Team for Southern Union at Madison Academy in Nashville, Tennessee
2010 Cheerleading Sponsor, Oakwood Adventist Academy
2008 Budget Committee, Oak Park Middle School
Courses Taught
Middle/High School Courses
- World History
- African American History
- World History (Pre-History to A.D. 1500)
- World History (A.D. 1500 to Present)
- US History I and II
- World Geography
- Economics
- American Government
- Reading In the Content Area
- Life Skills
University Courses
- African American History I and II
- Colonial Latin American History
- Recent Latin American History
- Minorities in America
- Regional Geography
Employment Skills
- Adaptability to a variety of situations
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and Outlook)
- Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS)