TERRIE M. DABIT
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OBJECTIVE
To work with an organization where I can continuously learn in the pursuit of achieving functional
excellence, thus getting maximum job satisfaction and optimum career growth in an educational
environment.
EDUCATION
2002 - 2004 Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) – Collaborative Secondary Education
Jacksonville State University - Jacksonville, AL
2003 - 2014 Certificate Add-On - Secondary Mathematics - 24 Graduate Hours
Strayer University – Birmingham, AL
Jacksonville State University - Jacksonville, AL
University of Alabama - Gadsden, AL
2001 - 2002 Certificate Add-On - Administration (P-12)
Jacksonville State University - Jacksonville, AL
1997 - 1998 Masters in Education (M.S) - Special Education - Mild Learning Handicaps
Jacksonville State University - Jacksonville, AL
1987 - 1991 Bachelors in Education (B.S.) With Special Honors - Special Education - Emotional
Conflict
Jacksonville State University - Jacksonville, AL
1988 - 1989 Minor - Corrections
Jacksonville State University - Jacksonville, AL
EXPERIENCE
SITE MANAGER / MATH TUTOR (PART-TIME) - VETERAN’S UPWARD BOUND - GADSDEN
STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, AYERS CAMPUS, ANNISTON, AL
08/2012 – PRESENT
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Serve as liaison with veteran population, service and community organizations and agencies,
and governmental offices regarding veteran issues and participant needs.
Provide academic advising to veterans about college policies, programs of study and degree
options. Provide students with information about alternatives and possible consequences of
academic decisions.
Administer assessments to determine academic levels in math, reading, and grammar.
Compile data and create an educational plan in a computer-based program for the participant
to use to increase their knowledge in specified content areas.
Conduct workshops, seminars, and developmental programs to assist project participants in
areas such as academic skills enhancement, college admission and enrollment, VA benefits,
financial management, resume and job skills, and related-subjects.
Maintain records regarding all services provided to project participants.
Provide academic tutoring to the program participants in the following areas: math,
accounting, computer science, grammar, and literature.
ADJUNCT MATH PROFESSOR – ONLINE AND ON CAMPUS - STRAYER UNIVERSITY
BIRMINGHAM, AL
07/2011 – PRESENT
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Use instructional techniques to convey mathematical content, assess student learning, and
review key concepts to a diverse population of adult learners.
Continually assess student progress toward mastery of standards thru weekly assignments,
discussions, quizzes, and exams by collecting and tracking data, and providing feedback in a
timely manner.
Maintain constant communication with students through Blackboard by submitting grades,
discussion threads, and uploading additional resources.
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Keep abreast of developments and technological advances in the mathematical field by
reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional
conferences.
Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
Motivate students to actively participate in all aspects of the educational process, including
but not limited to threaded class discussions, outside assignments/projects, research,
enrichment activities, etc.
Comply with all policies of the Department of Postsecondary Education, and Strayer
University.
ADJUNCT MATH INSTRUCTOR – ITT TECHNICAL INSTITUTE – BESSEMER, AL
9/2008 – PRESENT (INTERMITTENT)
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Teach material from approved curriculum and develop daily lesson plans to include
instructional aids.
Develop daily lesson plans to include instructional aids.
Assist student in achieving completion of objectives. Provide regular and timely feedback to
students
Participate in school retention initiatives by maintaining productive contact with students and
by getting in touch with and offering assistance to absent students.
Advise students in matters related to academics, attendance and behaviors.
Motivate student to actively participate in all aspect of the educational process.
Maintain and report student grades and attendance in accordance with company policies.
Complete professional development and in-service activities in accordance with college
standards.
OWNER / TEACHER / TUTOR – TESTING ‘N TUTORING CENTER – OXFORD, AL
6/1994 – PRESENT
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Perform all administrative, accounting, and academic services for a local tutoring center.
Assist local students in grades K – college in developing an understanding in learning course
objectives for math.
Lead small group and individual math, personal finance, and computer science courses to
local homeschool students.
Maintain all records and grades for homebound students and report grades to their local
coverings.
Develop and maintain a webpage for center.
ADJUNCT MATH INSTRUCTOR – GADSDEN STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE – AYERS CAMPUS
– ANNISTON, AL
1/2011 – 12/2013
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Organize and present instructional concepts at scheduled times and places in accordance
with the college catalog descriptions and course objectives.
Develop course syllabi, outlines, course schedules, assignments, and assessment methods
for the courses taught.
Evaluates and provides documented feedback to student on level of performance based on
course objectives through Blackboard.
Completes professional development and in-service activities in accordance with college
standards.
Comply with all policies of the State Board of Education, the Department of Postsecondary
Education, and Gadsden State Community College
CAMP COUNSELOR – YMCA – ANNISTON, AL
5/2011 – 9/2012
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Organize and lead a variety of small and large group activities each week. Activities may
include crafts, nature, songs, games, opening and closing ceremonies, swimming, archery,
canoeing, Family Night, etc.
Identify and respond to camper behavior issues.
Ensure that the site is kept clean, organized, and free of litter.
Communicate with parents about participant’s experiences and report concerns to camp
leadership.
Assist in maintaining accurate program records including incident reports, logbook
documentation, and daily attendance.
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Know and understand ALL emergency procedures associated with the camp program.
MATH TEACHER - TARRANT CITY SCHOOLS - TARRANT, AL
8/2009 – 5/2010
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Utilize an adopted course of study, instructional program guidelines, and other materials in
planning and developing lesson plans for middle and high school math courses.
Plan, develop, and utilize a variety of instructional materials and aids appropriate to the
intellectual and instructional level of pupils from varied socio-economic and cultural
backgrounds, and who possess a range of mental and intellectual maturity.
Maintain appropriate standards of pupil behavior, using behavioral management strategies
and techniques, including positive reinforcement and behavior shaping procedures.
Maintain and report student grades and attendance in accordance with Board policies.
Perform a variety of non-instructional duties, to include participate in grade-level meetings,
Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings, and monitor students during sporting events
and assemblies.
MATH TEACHER - DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH SERVICES - CHALKVILLE CAMPUS - PINSON, AL
9/2007 – 7/2009
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Plan, develop, and utilize a variety of instructional materials and aids appropriate for
classrooms which contain multi-grade-level (grades 6 - 12) female juveniles incarcerated in a
maximum security facility.
Utilize an adopted course of study, instructional program guidelines, and other materials in
planning and developing lesson plans for middle and high school math courses.
Maintain appropriate standards of pupil behavior, using behavioral management strategies
and techniques.
Document behavior on daily behavior charts, minor and major violation forms, and progress
reports for program staff, probation officers, and judges.
Maintain and report student grades and attendance in accordance with Board policies.
Member of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) / Correctional
Education Association (CEA) committee and assisted with accreditation audit.
Assume full responsibility for a math team to include: coordinate meetings, develop and teach
curriculum, coordinate math tournaments, secure judges for tournaments, and maintain a
budget for supplies.
MATH TEACHER - ALABAMA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
10/1994 – 5/2007
SCHOOL SYSTEMS INCLUDE: ST. CLAIR COUNTY, TALLADEGA CITY, PELL CITY, GADSDEN CITY,
CLEBURNE COUNTY, OXFORD CITY, ANNISTON CITY / DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH SERVICES
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Plan and implement student-centered lessons based on state adopted course of study that
develop student critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Plan, develop, and utilize a variety of instructional materials and aids appropriate to the
intellectual and instructional level of students from varied socio-economic and cultural
backgrounds, and who possess a range of mental and intellectual abilities.
Continually assess student progress toward mastery of standards and keep students,
parents, and administrators well informed of student progress through phone, email, or any
computer-based management program.
Chairperson of the Building Based Student Support Team (BBSST) which is a school-based
committee designed as a mandated result of Lee ‘vs Macon to meet the needs of general
education students who are at-risk of failure due to academics, behavior, or drop-out. The
team supports teachers as well as students by providing assistance in resolving the diverse
problems/challenges faced by students who are struggling.
Assess the level of functioning with students that struggle with the Alabama High School
Graduation Exam (AHSGE), develop a plan of action for remediation skills, and provide after
school tutoring.
Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and other
professionals to develop individualized education programs (IEPs) designed to promote
special education students' educational, physical, and social/emotional development.
Modify the general education curriculum for students with disabilities based upon a variety of
instructional techniques and technologies.
Building representative for identified students falling under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation
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SKILLS &
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AWARDS &
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Act of 1973. Responsible for identifying referred students, developing a 504 Plan with a team,
monitoring student progress, and make necessary accommodations as needed.
Complete professional development and in-service activities in accordance with Alabama
Department of Education and Local Education Agency (LEA) standards.
Developed a complete academic program for a juvenile boot camp, Camp Lewis, for
incarcerated males grades 6 – GED. Taught all subjects to multi-level students in one setting.
Highly analytical thinking with demonstrated talent for identifying, scrutinizing, improving, and
streamlining complex work processes.
Computer-literate performer with extensive proficiency covering wide variety of applications
to include: troubleshooting, networking, Windows, Internet Explorer, Microsoft Office Suite
(Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access), web design, html
Personable professional whose strengths include cultural sensitivity and an ability to build
rapport with a diverse workforce in multicultural settings.
Results-driven achiever with exemplary planning and organizational skills, along with a high
degree of detail orientation.
Alabama Education Association / National Education Association (AEA/NEA) Member – 1994
– 2014
AEA Instructional Leaders – Standard 1 – Planning for Continuous Improvement in Alabama
Public Schools – June 2014
AEA Instructional Leaders – Standard 8 – Ethical Leadership in Alabama Public Schools –
May 2014
National Distance Learning Week Poster Competition – Gadsden State Community College –
2nd Place – December 2013
Veteran’s Upward Bound – Gadsden State Community College – Volunteer Site Manager /
Tutor – August 2013 – December 2013
AEA Instructional Leaders – Standard 4 – Being a Culturally Competent Educator – March
2013
Twitter, Edmodo, Facebook, and TeacherTube – eLearning in Alabama – July 2011
Internet Safety for Schools in the Digital Age – eLearning in Alabama – August 2011
Provost Circle – Strayer University – December 2011
21st Century Tools: Wikis, Blogs, Podcasts, and Skype – eLearning in Alabama – March
2010
Department of Youth Services School District 210 – Southern Association of Colleges and
Schools (SACS) & Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (CASI) committee –
School Year 2009 – 2010
Alabama Math, Science, and Technology Institute – (AMSTI) – Year 1: Grade 7 – July 2009
Alabama Reading & Mathematics Training – October 2007
Alabama Department of Youth Services – Control Tactics Training – August 2007
St. Clair County Math Alignment Committee – August 2006
STI Training Classroom Module – September 2003
Lee & Macon Training – December 2002
President’s List – Jacksonville State University – Fall 1991
Dean’s List – Jacksonville State University – Spring 1989, Fall 1989, Spring 1990, Fall 1990,
Fall 1992