Williette Wallace
Educator
Laplace,LA
Summary
An Educator with 20+ years teaching and in overseeing the operations of grade schools; taught in 1 school and was the principal or assistant principal at 3 schools. Success overseeing the development and implementation of several programs; track record for increasing student productivity, driving new initiatives, and improving operational efficiencies. Diverse profile with solid leadership competencies with experience leading several schools, the CEO of an organization, and founder of several non-profits. Turnaround expert and catalyst for change; revised and analyzed school budgets and plans, recommended goals to improve school performance, and implemented campaigns to transform struggling schools into promising schools.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Principal
Jefferson Parish School System
01.2011 - 01.2018
- Encouraged interdepartmental and cross-functional teams collaboration in development and support of student activities, programs and lessons.
- Instructed small groups of teachers and students.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
Assistant Principal
Recovery School District
01.2005 - 01.2011
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration and related activities.
- Partnered with Principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
Assistant Principal and Principal
Saint John Parish School System
01.1999 - 01.2005
- Represented school on key committees within and outside of the department which recommended approval of policies, discipline issues, program evaluation.
- Gathered data from programs within the school, evaluated, and made recommendations to the Director regarding mandated and discretionary programs and state initiatives.
- Reviewed data and made recommendations prior to submission to Director.
- Reviewed collected data and other appropriate documentation prior to submission to the local school system.
- Coordinated development of and supervision of school improvement programs.
- Made recommendations on issues such as organization of the division, major program initiative within the division, including budget, which impact the provision of professional development for school staff.
- Planned and implemented meetings with staff or administrators to discuss operation, organization, personnel, and technical matters which impact the school.
- Analyzed functions of programs within the school and recommended long and short- term goals and objectives to improve school performance.
- Assisted in preparation, revision, and analysis of school improvement plan and school budgets.
- Planned, facilitated, and evaluated staff development workshops.
Classroom Teacher
Saint John Parish School System
01.1992 - 01.1999
- Prepared lesson plans and facilitated classroom instruction.
- Facilitated technology trainings for co-workers.
- Participated on school improvement team.
- Planned collaboratively with other teachers.
Education
Supervision and Administration Add-On Certification -
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA 01.1999 - 12.1999
M.ED - Curriculum and Instruction
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA 01.1999 - 12.1999
B.S - Elementary Education
Dillard University
New Orleans, LA 08.1990 - 05.1993
Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Record keeping principles and practices
Scheduling & Calendar Management
Curriculum & Instruction Program Design & Implementation
Operations Oversight Staff Training & Development
Community Relations Educational Leadership
Data-Driven Decision-Making
Budget creation
Certification
Certified Occupational Safety Specialist Certification
Affiliations & Memberships
- Positive Behavior Intervention Support Committee, Member
- Academic Behavioral Intervention Team, Chairman
- Response to Intervention Committee, Member
- School Improvement Team, Member
- Positive Behavioral Intervention Support Committee, Member
- Supporting Our Sisters Organization, Founder
- Loving Myself Brunch, Founder
- Uniquely Made Glam Boutique, Founder & CEO
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Jefferson Parish School System
01.2011 - 01.2018
Assistant Principal
Recovery School District
01.2005 - 01.2011
Supervision and Administration Add-On Certification -
Nicholls State University
01.1999 - 12.1999
M.ED - Curriculum and Instruction
Nicholls State University
01.1999 - 12.1999
Assistant Principal and Principal
Saint John Parish School System
01.1999 - 01.2005
Classroom Teacher
Saint John Parish School System
01.1992 - 01.1999
B.S - Elementary Education
Dillard University
08.1990 - 05.1993