Chad Williams
Bristol,CT
Summary
Professional with strong background in American Sign Language education, ready to make significant impact. Skilled in curriculum development, student engagement, and fostering inclusive learning environments. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability, and consistently delivering results. Highly valued for communication skills, patience, and innovative teaching methods.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
American Sign Language Adjunct
Manchester Community College
01.2020 - Current
- Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Evaluate and grade students' classwork, assignments, and papers, and manage time efficiently to complete all tasks with careful attention to detail by the deadlines.
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions in American Sign Language.
- Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
- Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction.
American Sign Language Adjunct
Naugatuck Valley Community College
01.2017 - Current
- Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Evaluate and grade students' classwork, assignments, and papers.
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
- Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction.
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as speaking and writing a foreign language and the cultural aspects of areas where a particular language is used.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
American Sign Language Teacher
Nonnewaug High School
08.2022 - 03.2025
- Utilize various teaching methods, including technology and other interactive activities, to enhance the learning experience.
- Design and administrate assessments to evaluate student progress and comprehension in ASL.
- Source optimal curricula and develop lesson plans to fully cover each course's target material.
- Expand student understanding of texts by spearheading in-depth discussions.
- Assign exploratory essays to benefit students' articulate knowledge of American Sign Language and Deaf Culture.
- Collaborate with faculty members to plan and coordinate activities and events.
- Develop course curricula, lesson plans, and supplemental materials to support student success.
Special Education Teacher
American School for the Deaf
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Implemented classroom rules, policies, and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Taught socially acceptable behavior by employing conduct modification and utilizing positive reinforcement techniques.
- Modified the general education curriculum for students with disabilities using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Prepared, administered, and graded tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress goals.
- Managed and created 30+ students' IEPs each year.
Paraeducator, Special Education
American School for the Deaf
02.2017 - 08.2019
- Coordinated special education students' and teacher assistants’ schedules with the master schedule.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Delivered compelling and differentiated classroom instruction to a range of neurodiverse students.
- Oversaw students in the classroom and common areas to monitor and enforce rules and support the lead teacher.
- Led activities to cultivate the physical, emotional, and social growth of students with disabilities.
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
Accounts Payable Clerk
American School For The Deaf
05.2012 - 02.2017
- Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
- Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
- Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring all invoices were processed on time to reflect accurate financial statements.
- Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
- Streamlined invoice processing by implementing efficient filing and tracking systems.
- Trained new team members on accounts payable processes, fostering a productive work environment.
Education
092 Certification -
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain05.2027
Master of Science - Special Education
Saint Joseph’s University
Philadelphia, PA05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Individualized Studies, Business, Accounting, and Human Resources
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NY05.2013
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Growth mindset
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom instruction
Certification
- Certified Teacher (Endorsement 057-Deaf and Hard of Hearing)
- ASLPI Score 3+
- American Sign Language Teacher's Association (ASLTA)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
American Sign Language
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
American Sign Language Teacher
Nonnewaug High School
08.2022 - 03.2025
American Sign Language Adjunct
Manchester Community College
01.2020 - Current
Special Education Teacher
American School for the Deaf
01.2019 - 01.2022
Paraeducator, Special Education
American School for the Deaf
02.2017 - 08.2019
American Sign Language Adjunct
Naugatuck Valley Community College
01.2017 - Current
Accounts Payable Clerk
American School For The Deaf
05.2012 - 02.2017
Master of Science - Special Education
Saint Joseph’s University
Bachelor of Science - Individualized Studies, Business, Accounting, and Human Resources
Rochester Institute of Technology
092 Certification -
Central Connecticut State University
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