Lamar University - Family Consumer Science
SouthEast Texas Coalition for the Homeless Facilitator at Southeast Texas Regional Planning Commission
Higher Education
Janeal M.
White
Beaumont, Texas
Experienced Visiting Lecturer with a demonstrated history of work in higher education. Trained in the discipline of Family Science and holds the Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE) credential. Skilled in nonprofit organizations, Microsoft Teams, instructional design, team building, strategic planning, and program development. Strong education professional with experience using both Moodle and Blackboard LMS platforms. Developed specialized skill set for instruction of first generation and non-traditional college students using principles of constructivist andragogy in a digital learning environment.
Committed advocate and researcher of homelessness. Experienced in community education and engagement, advocacy, volunteer recruitment, and program management.
Adjunct Instructor
My responsibilities include preparation of face-to-face, online, and blended course content, integration of course design elements to support student preparation for professional experiences, and evaluation of student mastery of course content.
Courses taught: Human Development in Infant/Toddlerhood; Emerging Adulthood; Middle Adulthood; Late Adulthood; Contemporary Issues in Adolescence; Historical and Cultural Context of the Family; Administration of Programs for Families
Teaching Assistantship (Child and Family Studies Program)
My responsibilities included serving as lead instructor for a senior level Family Life Education Methodology course, extensive collaboration with co-instructor throughout the semester, and development and implementation of appropriate course content to ensure student mastery of identified learning objectives.
Faith Engagement Coordinator
Janeal worked at Habitat for Humanity International as a Faith Engagement Coordinator
Served on construction teams to build homes. Recruited community groups and individuals to volunteer for special projects. Organized and led teams of volunteers for construction projects. Secured donations of food and money from local individuals, organizations, and businesses to provide lunch for volunteer work crews on the construction site.
Jefferson County Affiliate:
Served on construction teams to build houses. Served on the affiliate's Board of Directors. Recruited and organized teams of volunteers for special projects. Assisted with annual fund-raising efforts.
Visiting Lecturer
My responsibilities include preparation of online course content, integration of course design elements to support student preparation for professional experiences, and evaluation of student mastery of course content.
Courses taught: Adolescents in the Family; Family Sexuality; Family Life Education Methods and Practice; Internship in Family and Child Studies
SouthEast Texas Coalition for the Homeless Facilitator
Responsible for the coordination of regional efforts to reduce homelessness in southeast Texas by developing a strong network of stakeholders to include non-profit, educational, religious, and governmental organizations along with homeless individuals and families; collaborate on key initiatives throughout Jefferson, Orange, and Hardin counties; coordinate annual Point-In-Time Count; and partner with the Texas Homeless Network on localized implementation of statewide initiatives.
Served as small group leader. Recruited and trained adult volunteers to serve as club leaders. Organized annual fund-raiser program. Directed numerous special events at the council level. Directed multiple week-long sessions of Day Camp, Winter Camp, and Twilight Camp.
Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS)
Sociology
Master of Science (M.S.)
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences
As a student at Lamar University, I served as a Graduate Assistant in the Family and Consumer Sciences Department and also served as an officer for the Student Council on Family Relations.
Adjunct Instructor
My responsibilities include preparation of face-to-face, online, and blended course content, integration of course design elements to support student preparation for professional experiences, and evaluation of student mastery of course content.
Courses taught: Human Development in Infant/Toddlerhood; Emerging Adulthood; Middle Adulthood; Late Adulthood; Contemporary Issues in Adolescence; Historical and Cultural Context of the Family; Administration of Programs for Families
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Social Work
My research focus is on homelessness, resilience, and dignity.
Teaching Assistantship (Child and Family Studies Program)
My responsibilities included serving as lead instructor for a senior level Family Life Education Methodology course, extensive collaboration with co-instructor throughout the semester, and development and implementation of appropriate course content to ensure student mastery of identified learning objectives.
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