Special Education Program Director
Resume:
Objective
An Experienced Educator, Pastoral Counselor, and Business professional seeking a rewarding position at the Veterans Department of Alabama/Federal Contractor Job that will utilize a varied skill set which includes Veterans Relations, Management of Veterans Cases, Office Contracts, Social Services for Veterans, and Media Relations
Experience and Skilled
Insurance claims adjustments Insurance policy holder Interface
Pastoral/ Care Counseling Conflict Resolution
Business & Educational Administration Office/ Clerical Skills
Social Interaction & Management Skills Entrepreneur Skills & Creativity Management Skills
Project and Program Management Classroom Instruction and Management
Motivational Leadership Evaluation Methodology and Practical
Corporate Chaplaincy Counseling Skills & Case Management
Data Base Management Survey Data Collection
Media TV Sales and Product Marketing Micro-Soft Office Suites/Computer Skills
Budget Management CRM (Customer Relationship Management)
GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Self Defense/Martial Arts Instruction
Networking/Collaborating with Agencies Scheduling/Cerner Cataloging
Special Education Classroom Teaching Middle School Math/Social Studies
Alternative School Program Directorshp Film Production / Television Advertisement Sales
Work History
September 2001-October 2002 – Benton Harbor, Michigan Alternative School Program Director
As the Alternative Program Director of Benton Harbor Public School System, I designed programs for delinquent and trouble students failing in their grades in the tradition classroom, I administered discipline and worked with families with Middle and High School families to motivate and get the students to graduate from their respective grade levels. Employed management skills, teaching experience, and behavior modification models in working with students,
Huntsville City Schools Substitute Teaching 2004-2006
Worked as a Substitute Teacher for the Huntsville City Schools for 3 years. I received an emergency certificate and worked at Huntsville High School in Special Education for 1 years. I taught High Social Studies, Basic Mathematics, English, and Reading Skills to Special Education Students.
Self-Employed Part-time Business (Martial Arts Business & Christian Ministry) 2006-2024
I established my Martial Arts School (Whitlow’s Academy of Wu Gung Tao) in Huntsville Alabama 2008 and worked in establishing my Christian ministry for 15 years (2009) in the City of Huntsville, Alabama.
May 2009– June 2022, Staff Chaplain, (PSCS) Huntsville Hospital
As the Staff Chaplain, I was responsible for managing all the Chaplaincy services for Huntsville Hospital. I helped coordinate Spiritual Care Services for regular patients and their families. I assisted with spiritual programming for the Huntsville Hospital System facilitated the recognition of spiritual and emotional paradigms a person uses when encountering various challenging situations in life. Care is provided for patients and their families, along with hospital employees. My other responsibilities included: Gathering and evaluating data relevant to patient’s situation, Cerner Cataloging, Budget Management, personal management of Departmental Chaplains, employee support, patient and employee deaths, along with partnering with “Our Daily Bread abd Bible Supplies for the Huntsville Hospital System, I assisted on the Ethics, Cancer, and Beverament Boards to promote Spiritual Wellness through the Huntsville Hospital Systems, I Developed and implement plan of care to promote the patient’s well-being and continuity of care, Clinic Pastoral Education, Assess and enter patient information pertinent to patient’s medical, psycho– social and spiritual/ religious goals of care, Teamwork, Adherence to the Common Code of Ethics, Confidentiality, Respect for Diversity, Continuous Quality Improvement
2006– 2015, Instructor, Huntsville Bible College, CPCA Certification Programs
Instruction of students who were seeking a degree, certificate or certification.
Instruction was also provided students who sought to increase their knowledge base or career skills.
Development of instructional plan ensuring it met college and department standards
Plan lessons and assignments
Work with colleagues to modify curriculum for degree or certificate program
Assess student progress via grading of papers, tests and other course work
Stay apprised of field changes and innovations
Advise students regarding their academic path
Research
Courses Taught:
Biblical Coine Greek World History I & II The Synoptic Gospels Anthropology New Testament Survey World Religion Biblical Interpretation American History Hebrew I & II Hebrew Prophets
Near Eastern History Near East Archaeology Introduction to Bible Near East Inscriptions Old Test
Theology of Revelation The book of Daniel Biblical Hermeneutics World Religions Liberation Theology
Education
September 1999 to May 2003: BA Religious Studies & Business Administration Minor, Martin University (Indianapolis, Indiana)
June 2003 to August 2006: MA Near East Archaeology & History of Antiquities & Minor in Theological Studies/Biblical Languages, Andrews University (Berrien Springs, Michigan)
September 2016 – December 2019: ThD Theology & World Religions (North Central Theological Seminary (Minneapolis, Minnesota)
September 2017 – December 2023: PhD Old Testament & Archaeology - ABD Amridge University (Montgomery, Alabama)
July 2023 --- “Intentional Film-Making” Certification (From the Heart Productions)
Derrick P. Whitlow, I
330 Mertle Drive
Huntsville, Alabama 35810
Phone: 256-***-**** / 256-***-****
E-mail: *******.********@*****.*** /***********@*****.***
Derrick P. Whitlow, I
330 Mertle Drive
Huntsville, Alabama 35810
2006– 2008, 2023 Adjunct Instructor, Oakwood University
Instruction of students who were seeking a degree, certificate or certification. Instruction was also provided tstudents who sought to increase their knowledge base or career skills.
Development of instructional plan ensuring it met college and department standards
Plan lessons and assignments
Work with colleagues to modify curriculum for degree or certificate program
Assess student progress via grading of papers, tests and other course work
Stay apprised of field changes and innovations
Advise students regarding their academic path
Research
Courses Taught:
GIS (Geographic Information System) Anthropology World History & Religions Daniel Hebrew Prophets
Introduction to the Bible Near East History Christian Doctrines Revelations Hebrew I & II
General Educational Coursework
2005– 2006, Administration Collaborator, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI
Served as a key member of the Archaeology team, ensuring successful and ethical practices of excavation projects in Egypt and Ammon Jordan. Core duties included:
Presentations
Horn Museum Curative exhibit, information, and vault maintenance
Catalogued inscription materials and artifacts into Archaeological data bases
Library cataloging via the Anglo-American system
Historical management and research
Data organization and review
Basic CRM (Cultural Research Management) surveys
Forensics/ Burial/ Excavation
Process management
Courses taught:
Paleo– Hebrews Inscriptions
2003– 2005, Program Director, Benton Harbor Alternative School, Benton Harbor, MI
The primary purpose in this position was to function as the instructional and climate leader of school. Essential job functions included:
Establishment and maintenance of an effective culturally competent learning environment
Provided leadership for all instructional and non-instructional personnel including evaluations.
Directed all school administrative operations: existing collective bargaining contracts, school law, school policies, and administrative procedures.
Supervised all school programs and reporting concerning students and staff at county, state, and federal levels.
Developed locational and internal school budgets
Served as liaison between staff, other school personnel and community and fostered working relationships
Assisted teachers in instruction and supervision of students and arranged for special services when possible.
Recruitment and interviewing of potential teaching staff
Participation in workshops, conferences, and parent/ teacher conference
Education
December 2025 (expected graduation date) Doctoral Candidate, Old Testament Studies/ Near East Archaeology,
Amridge University, Montgomery, AL
August 2006, Masters of Art in Religion: Archaeology & History of Antiquities/ Theology,
Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI
May 2003, Bachelor of Arts: Religious Studies& Theology, Minor in Business Administration,
Martin University, Indianapolis, IN
Derrick P. Whitlow, I
330 Mertle Drive
Huntsville, Alabama 35810
Certifications/ Affiliations
Horn Archaeological Museum
American Research Center in Egypt (ARCE)
American Archaeological Society
CPE (Chaplaincy and Pastoral Education)
Ordained Interfaith Bishop
IFM (Interfaith Counsel of Clergy)
Ordained Senior Pastor & Confirmed Bishop
1998: Bronze Medalist, Team USA Indiana– Professional Karate
2000: Coach, Olympic Games– Professional Karate
Martial Arts Masters Association
Independent Films Makers Member
Screen Writer (Televison/Film) Zuri Hollywood
Feeding Crane Kung Fu Association
United Martial Science Union
MysticRights Productions (Film/Television)
USA Martial Arts Hall of Famer (2019 Kung Fu Instructor of the Year & 2021 Silver Lifetime Achievement Award)
Action Martial Arts Hall of Fame – Hall of Heroes (2023 & 2024)
PHA (Prince Hall Free and Accepted Masons of Louisiana)
PHA Scottish Rite (Grand Inspector General): United Supreme Council of Washington DC, Oscar J, Dunn Consistory, Valley of Huntsville, Alabama
PHA York Rite Freemason of Louisiana (High Priest of George A. Shannon #96)
***References
Dr. Donnell Harris, PhD
Huntsville Hospital Chaplain
Randy W. Younkers, PhD
Andrews University
Professor of Archaeology & History of Antiquities
Director of Institute of Archaeology
Phillip Bentley
Huntsville Hospital
Huntsville Hospital Authority Board Chairman
Bentley Cars
Devyn Keith
Huntsville City Councilman
Ted Acklin
Cumberland Presbyterian Churches of America
Pastor/Moderator CPCA
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