Danielle Anderson is a biochemist and chemistry teacher seeking a teaching position. She has over 5 years of experience teaching high school chemistry and currently teaches at East Gadsden High School. Additionally, she has worked as a biochemistry lab instructor and student research assistant at Florida A&M University for the past 7 years. Her areas of expertise include laboratory skills and protocols, effective hands-on teaching, and inspiring students to pursue STEM careers.

1. DANIELLE B. ANDERSON
3909 Reserve Dr. Apt. 911 Phone: 706.888.2107
Tallahassee, FL 32311 Email: Danielle.anderson44@yahoo.com
BIOC HE M IS T /CHE M IS T AND ED UC AT OR
An enthusiastic, versatile and hardworking Biochemist/Chemistry and Educator whothrives in both a research environment and
classroom. Known for excellent and consistent work habits and results. Patient, accurate and self-motivated team player who
accomplishes independent goals while working collaboratively and cooperatively within a team environment.Highly proficient lab
protocol, including chemical management,safety, disposal and laboratory instruments.Inspiring teacher/mentor with a focus on
hands-on experiments and investigations and providing students with opportunities to learn and embrace science concepts
through multimedia materials, field trips, and non-conventionalteaching approaches.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE/SKILLS
 Versatile/Adaptable
 Exceptionally Organized
 Critical Thinker
 Broad Knowledge Base
 Detail Centric
 Exemplary Multi-Tasking
 Strong Communicator
 Resourceful Troubleshooter
 Computer Proficient (MS)
 Enthusiastic Learner
 Independent Self Starter
 Task Focused
 Inspiring Teacher/Mentor
 Collaborative Team Player
 Lab Protocols
KNOWLEDGE BASE
 Polymerase Chain Reaction
 Nuclear MagneticResonance
 Mass Spectrometry
 DNA Transformation
 Cell Culturing
 Gel Electrophoresis
 Chromatography
 Enzyme Assays
 Differential Centrifugation
 Statistical Analysis
 Spectrophotometry
 Laboratory Safety
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
EAST GADSEN HIGH SCHOOL,HAVANA, FL 2013 – PRESENT
CHEMISTRY TEACHER (11TH/12TH GRADE)
Rookie Teacher of the Year | School Leadership Team | Reading Leadership Team | PAEC STEM Mentor Teacher
 Prepare daily instruction outlines, classroom assignments, special projects, homework, and tests.
 Prepare, perform and supervise engaging lab experiments and activities of variable difficulty with students.
 Research, prepare and present compelling general chemistry lectures.
 Maintain on-going positive communication and relationships with faculty/students/parents.
 Update student records to show attendance, grades, and conduct in accordance to school, district, and state policies.
 Observe and evaluate each student’s performance.
 Schedule parent and student conferences to discuss student progress or concerns.
 Actively participate in the department and school district meetings.
 Enthusiastically contribute to school’s excellence through School and Reading Leadership Teams and other extracurricular
activities, including athletics and social events.
FLORIDA AGRICULTURAL AND MECHANICAL UNIVERSITY, TALLAHASSEE, FL 2010 – PRESENT
BIOCHEMISTRY LAB INSTRUCTOR (2014-PRESENT)
 Teach Biochemistry I, Biochemistry II, General Chemistry I, II
 Assist in the development, implementation and operation of appropriate laboratory instruction.
 Provide instruction in accordance with established course outlines and expectations.
 Participate in general faculty functions related to the chemistry department
 Provide tutoring/mentoring to support student development and potential.
 Mentor and encourage students to embrace a STEM career.
 Inform students about course requirements.
 Prepare and grade assignments and examinations.
 Meet administrative timelines and submit completed and required documents and reports; and maintain required student
attendance and scholastic records.
 Stay abreast of teaching methods with a focus on critical thinking and problem solving strategies; as well as and college
academic requirements and standards.
FLORIDA AGRICULTURAL AND MECHANICAL UNIVERSITY, TALLAHASSEE, FL, CONTINUED

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STUDENT RESEARCH ASSISTANT/OFFICE AIDE (2013-2014)
 Performed analysis on tissues using various assays (ELISA, Malondialdehyde).
 Researched focus is on diabetes and obesity (Diabesity).
 Tutored/mentored chemistry students.
 Assisted professors in laboratory duties, experiments, and protocols.
 Interacted with students and professors in a professional office setting.
 Utilized various scientific instruments and techniques to test hypothesis
 Presented thesis defense and received rave reviews on research
 Preparing articles for journal submission and review
STUDENT RESEARCH ASSISTANT – RE-TOOL PROGRAM (2012)
 Cultured a variety of prostate cell lines in a controlled laboratory setting.
 Performed cell analysis by Polymerase Chain Reaction and spectrophotometry.
 Observed daily lab meetings.
 Participated in journal club.
 Presented research in a professional seminar.
 Volunteered at the local mobile health clinic.
o Observed patient and doctor interactions.
o Collected personal information for data entry.
o Discussed with patients about safe sex practices.
STUDENT RESEARCH ASSISTANT – PRE-MED SHADOWING PROGRAM (2010-2013)
 Shadowed and observed the everyday duties of Dr. Mahoney of Tallahassee Memorial Hospital.
 Witnessed Histology; Slide Overview and Cytology and Autopsy.
 Tracked Pathologists’ Assistants, created awareness and understanding of Grossing, Dictation, Margins, Inking the
Specimen and Equipment Handling.
VIRGINA POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE AND STATE UNIVERSITY, BLACKSBURG, VA (2011)
SUMMER INTERN AND LAB TECHNICIAN
 Analyzed Results from NMR and MS.
 Synthesized Iridium and Ethambutol Complexes.
 Performed Testing Against MRSA and Mycobacterium for Antibiotic Activity.
 Presented findings in Professional Seminar.
 Patent Pending,
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Masters of Science / Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry,
Florida Agriculture and Mechanical University, Tallahassee, FL
Florida Temporary Teaching Certification, 6-12, Chemistry
AWARDS & DISTINCTIONS
EGHS Rookie Teacher of the Year 2014 ▪ American Medical Women’s Association ▪ Student National Medical
Association (SNMA) ▪ Title 1X Committee of 2010 FAMU Women’s Basketball Team ▪ Rattler Association of Chemists ▪
Student Athletic Advisory Committee ▪ FAMU Honor Roll 2009-2012 ▪ Athletic Scholarship ▪ NCAA Woman of the Year
Nomination 2011 ▪ STEM Award/ BEYA STEM Global Student Athlete 2011 ▪ All-Academic Team Mid-Eastern Atlantic
Conference 2010-2011 ▪ Dean’s List Recipient 2010