Desmond-James White

Teacher - Secondary Social Studies

United States

About

Experience

  • Long Term Substitute Teacher at Archbishop Ryan High School
    Apr 2026 - Jun 2026 · 3 mos

    Delivered comprehensive Physical Education and Health instruction to high school students, promoting fitness, wellness, teamwork, and healthy decision-making. Developed lesson plans, assessed student progress, maintained a safe and inclusive learning environment, and collaborated with faculty and staff to support student achievement and overall well-being.

  • Long Term Substitute Teacher at Little Flower Catholic High School for Girls
    Mar 2026 - Apr 2026 · 2 mos

    Taught AP U.S. History, U.S. History, and Psychology across multiple grade levels and class sections. Managed full responsibility for daily instruction, lesson planning, classroom management, and curriculum continuity while adapting materials to meet diverse student needs. Maintained a structured, positive learning environment, built strong relationships with students, and effectively stepped into an established classroom, leading successfully from day one.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

  • Student Teaching at Liberty High School
    Aug 2025 - Dec 2025 · 5 mos

    Student taught in AP Government & Politics and U.S. Government I: Foundations and Principles. Led classes independently, developed inquiry-based lessons, and implemented diverse assessment strategies. Gained hands-on experience with classroom management, curriculum design, and fostered student engagement in civic education.

  • Practicum Student at Northwest Middle School
    Feb 2025 - May 2025 · 4 mos

    Assisted with classroom routines and small-group instruction, supported lesson planning and diverse learners, practiced formative assessments, and collaborated with teachers on classroom management and reflection.

  • Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. (Iowa City, Iowa, United States)
    • Ritualist
      Jan 2023 - Dec 2024 · 2 yrs

      Oversaw all ceremonies, and made sure they were conducted in a timely manner and properly completed. Educated initiated brothers on the meanings, symbols, and regalia of the Fraternity.

    • Executive Committee Member at Large
      May 2023 - Dec 2023 · 8 mos

      Member on the Executive Committee, dealt with and made decisions on broader business decisions for the Fraternity, such as financial and disciplinary.