Candice Williams
Dallas,TX
Summary
Dynamic educator and curriculum coordinator with a proven track record at Oak Brook School, excelling in student engagement and curriculum development. Leveraged innovative lesson planning and effective behavior management to enhance learning outcomes. Known for fostering significant improvements in classroom dynamics and student performance, with a strong focus on fostering positive relationships and community involvement.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Oak Brook School
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Curriculum Coordinator
Oak Brook School
McKinney, TX
11.2019 - Current
- Provided coaching and mentoring to teachers, nurturing their growth as professionals and contributing to a positive school culture.
- Provided subject matter expertise on all courses, materials, and lesson plans.
- Facilitated professional development workshops, keeping staff up-to-date with educational best practices.
- Increased student engagement with introduction of interactive learning platforms.
- Enhanced curriculum relevance by collaborating with teachers to integrate current events and technology trends.
- Enhanced curriculum quality by collaborating with educators and administrators to review and modify existing programs.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans for various subjects, ensuring content alignment with state standards.
- Facilitated transition to more student-centered learning model, promoting autonomy and self-directed learning.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training program for new educators, significantly improving their classroom readiness.
- Spearheaded integration of STEM activities into curriculum, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Enhanced parental involvement in educational process through creation of informative newsletters and workshops.
- Conducted classroom observations to assess teaching effectiveness, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, utilizing results to inform targeted support strategies.
- Coordinated professional development opportunities for teachers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Teacher
Jerry Junkins Headstart
Mesquite, TX
04.2009 - 09.2015
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
- Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Education
Master Of Arts - Public Health/Child Protection
Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, FLBachelor Of Applied Science - Child Development
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS05.2008
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
- Behavior Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Classroom Instruction
- Student-Centered Learning
- Child Development
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Student assessment
- Small Group Instruction
- Learning Strategies
- Innovative lesson planning
- Curriculum Development
- Social-Emotional Learning training
- Project-based learning
- Student needs assessment
- Community involvement
- Learning Assessments
- Curriculum compliance with State
- Fundraising
- Parent-teacher conference coordination
- Family involvement
- Classroom restocking
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Creative lesson plan development
- IEP planning
- Creative lesson planning
- Social-emotional learning
- Positive Reinforcement
- Parent Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Student Motivation and Engagement
Accomplishments
I was promoted from lead teacher to Curriculum Coordinator in 2019. In 2023 I was voted Employee of the month. As a teacher I have also been chosen for teacher of the month.
Affiliations
Texas Rising Star (TRS) certification and training
Certification
I am First Aid and CPR certified and have food handler certification.
Timeline
Curriculum Coordinator
Oak Brook School
11.2019 - Current
Teacher
Jerry Junkins Headstart
04.2009 - 09.2015
Teacher
Oak Brook School
Master Of Arts - Public Health/Child Protection
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor Of Applied Science - Child Development
Alcorn State University