Geraldine Douglass

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Visiting faculty, Center for Programs in Education
Chair, Undergraduate Teacher Preparation

Summary of Education and Relevant Experience

B.A., Western Washington University; M.Ed., Seattle University.
Gerri Douglass taught in the K–12 system and was a central office administrator in the Department of Student Services at Bellevue Public School District for 25 years. Douglass served on the superintendent’s management team, participated in district-wide educational reform and supervised special programs and services. She has also been a lecturer in the College of Education and Professional Studies at Central Washington University.

Affliations

• OSPI Title II: teacher quality enhancement project
• Board of directors, Washington State Association for Multicultural Education
• Executive board, Washington Alliance of Black School Educators
• Board of Directors, Hopelink
• Past chair of human services commission, City of Bellevue
  

Professional Interests

• Multicultural and linguistic heritage as it is integrated into the content and delivery of education
• Educational paradigm shift from a Eurocentric to a culturally inclusive pedagogy
• Cultural competence of educators in the use of curriculum
• Effective teaching and learning strategies to ensure the academic success of all students

On Interest Area

“I am interested in providing public service in my community to ensure that the basic survival needs of my community's residents are met, that support systems are in place to help people through economic and personal crisis, and that low- and moderate-income persons are provided opportunities to succeed.”

On Teaching at Antioch

“Antioch has provided a wonderful setting for me to collaborate with other dedicated people to strengthen ways we help pre-service teachers to become highly qualified educators in the 21st century. My experience as a student, an educator and a lifelong learner has taught me that respect for the learner is imperative in this pursuit. The process of education is the most creative and pleasurable work I can imagine.”

Contact Information

Center for Programs in Education
206-268-4600

Geraldine Douglass
206-268-4618
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