Aaron A V Williams
Educator
Summary
Dedicated education professional with history of meeting company goals, utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Specializing in instructional design & implementation while developing a schools culture & climate that focuses on program development proven to dramatically move the needle in nearly every key indicator of school performance i.e. attendance, suspensions, course performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Administrator
Aurora Public Schools - Hinkley High School
09.2022 - Current
- Lead PLTs and implemented data conversations to discuss student data to improve instructional practices on a consistent basis.
- Head of security, activities director and over the elective academy.
- Collaborated with faculty to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, increasing student engagement across subjects.
- Implemented effective communication channels between administrators, teachers, students, and parents to foster strong relationships within the school community.
- Actively participated in district-level meetings to contribute insights on policies affecting schools within the district.
- Improved school performance by developing and implementing data-driven instructional strategies.
- Streamlined communication between security staff, improving response times to potential threats.
- Enhanced overall security by implementing comprehensive risk assessments and security audits.
- Improved employee safety by conducting thorough background checks on all new hires prior to granting them access privileges.
- Managed budgetary constraints effectively while still providing high-quality programming for the students and community
- Boosted participation rates with targeted marketing efforts for upcoming activities and events.
- Developed strong relationships with local organizations to secure resources and partnerships that benefit residents'' experiences.
- Organized seasonal celebrations that fostered a festive atmosphere within the facility while respecting cultural diversity.
- Supervised 13-15 teachers each year who have all met professional growth goals and SLOs
- 100% of the teachers I supervise implemented student discourse strategies in the classroom
- Created emergency handbook an ensured 100% compliance
- Chaired student council presented and planned monthly events open to community members and students
Dean - Climate Culture Coordinator
Aurora Public Schools - Gateway HS
07.2019 - 06.2022
- Assessed effectiveness of current culture-related policies in maintaining an inclusive atmosphere; recommended necessary modifications.
- Facilitated data-driven decision making by utilizing assessment tools to evaluate program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
- Organized school-wide events celebrating various cultures, fostering cross-cultural understanding and appreciation.
- Developed a system for tracking student behavior patterns, identifying areas of concern and implementing targeted interventions.
- Evaluated impact of school-wide culture initiatives, using data to inform future planning and decision making.
- Fostered open lines of communication among all stakeholders to ensure a cohesive approach to maintaining an inclusive school culture.
- 5.4% suspension rate (lowest in the district)
- 55% of student behavioral incidents were solved with restorative practices
- Student demographics are proportionate with discipline data
- 6.2% In School Suspension rate
- 482 resolutions that were alternatives to out of school suspension
- 9.6% increase in satisfactory attendance
- 13% increase of on track to graduate students
- 100% of teachers I evaluated have met their personal growth plan goals
- 82% of students from the teachers I evaluated demonstrated a greater level or proficiency based on academic standards.
- 100% of teachers I've evaluated have given me an effective rating as an evaluator
Regional Community Engagement Coordinator
Denver Public Schools - Office of Family and Community Engagement
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Understood the policies and procedures of the Federal Workforce Innovation Act (WIOA)
- Identified and connected with youth who would benefit from the WIOA program services
- Created programming for students who dropped out to obtain their GED; worked with the city of Denver and collaborated to increase the credentials of high school drop outs
- Entered in services in database to create a narrative of overall services, barriers, and communication between case manager and WIOA participant(s).
- Conducted community workshops to promote different programs and educate public on available services.
- Conducted ongoing internal audits and file reviews to ensure compliance and fidelity of services provided
- Consistently hit benchmarks numbers for recruitment each quarter set by the department
- 71% percent of participants on my caseload met their program goals
- 87% of participants in programming gained a new skill or credentials to use in the workforce
- 79% of participants found employment under my case management
- 19% of participants for the entire WIOA program came from my recruitment strategies
Teacher
Denver Public Schools - Northeast Early College
07.2015 - 07.2018
- Taught the following courses - AP World History, US History, Civics, Economics, World History & AVID 11 & 12
- Helped students understand the geographical, historical, cultural, and political factors that influence the development of world regions, political and economic systems
- Developed and implemented project based learning that aligned with the Colorado Department of Education standards
- Data Driven Instruction implemented to effectively analyze student data and identify misconceptions or learning gaps.
- 88% of students met or exceeded the Common Core social studies standards
- Rated Effective on the districts Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (LEAP) evaluation system
- Developed and implemented Social Studies Curriculum
- 100% of lessons were tied to a Common Core literacy standard to assist reaching the goals of our schools UIP
Education
University of Denver - Ritchie Program
Denver, CO 06.2019 - 05.2020
University of Colorado Denver, Masters in Curriculum & Instruction
Denver, CO 08.2016 - 05.2017
University of Colorado Denver, Urban Education And History
Denver, CO 05.2015 - 05.2011
Skills
Restorative Practices
Certification
Deans List - University of Colorado Denver (x3)
Research That Alligns with Philosophy
Bambrick-Santoyo, P. (2019). Driven By Data 2.0
Deal, T & Peterson K. (2009) Shaping School Culture: Pitfalls, Paradoxes & Promises
Khalifa, Muhammad. (2018) Culturally Responsive School Leadership (Race and Education)
Militello, M., Rallis, S. F., & Goldring, E. B. (2009). Leading with Inquiry & Action: How Principals Improve Teaching and Learning
Salazar, M. & Lerner, J. (2019). Teacher Evaluation as Cultural Practice
Timeline
Administrator
Aurora Public Schools - Hinkley High School
09.2022 - Current
Dean - Climate Culture Coordinator
Aurora Public Schools - Gateway HS
07.2019 - 06.2022
University of Denver - Ritchie Program
06.2019 - 05.2020
Regional Community Engagement Coordinator
Denver Public Schools - Office of Family and Community Engagement
07.2018 - 07.2019
University of Colorado Denver, Masters in Curriculum & Instruction
08.2016 - 05.2017
Teacher
Denver Public Schools - Northeast Early College
07.2015 - 07.2018
University of Colorado Denver, Urban Education And History
05.2015 - 05.2011
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