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Christopher Williams

New Orleans,LA

Summary

Versatile Core Interventionist/Special Education Teacher with seven years of experience focusing on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Math Teacher

ReNEW Therapeutic Program
08.2023 - Current
  • Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
  • Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.
  • Sat in on classes of fellow teaching professionals to learn innovative methods for dispensing information to students.
  • Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans.
  • Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
  • Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.

Behavioral Interventionist

Renew Therapeutic Program
11.2020 - Current
  • Offered crisis counseling and intervention at school, home and in community to support student needs.
  • Collaborated with team members, school personnel and family members to develop individual plans of care for students.
  • Signed diagnostic assessments and individual plans of care to initiate client treatments.
  • Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing and other effective strategies.
  • Met with teachers to establish goals for students in intervention program.
  • Helped students build skills to navigate typical academic and social situations.
  • Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
  • Trained teachers and staff on how to spot students in need of help and refer for services.
  • Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
  • Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
  • Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
  • Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.

Site Director/Chess Enrichment Instructor

Community Works Of Louisiana
08.2016 - 11.2020
  • Chess Instructor at ReNEW Therapeutic Program.
  • Monitored student progress and provided individualized instruction to meet student needs and goals.
  • Developed guides and course materials to reinforce lecture information and help students learn.
  • Observed other instructors to learn valuable techniques.
  • Researched and developed innovative learning methods to optimize learning processes.
  • Developed and deployed oral and written assessment strategies for optimal review of student abilities.
  • Built positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
  • Applied exceptional skills in communication and conflict-resolution to improve decision-making process.
  • Talked with individuals, sharing positive life experiences to encourage improved self-esteem and boost socialization.
  • Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
  • Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.

Chess Instructor/Community Service Volunteer/Tutor

Strategic Thoughts, LLC.
08.2017 - Current
  • Volunteered over hundred hours with organization helping with effective learning/critical thinking games for the youth of New Orleans .
  • Presented talks at community groups to promote organizational mission and programs.
  • Educated residents and families about available services and resources.
  • Analyzed effectiveness of tutoring program and implemented appropriate teaching methods to help students succeed.
  • Assessed educational needs and incorporated fun and exciting activities to improve students' math skills.
  • Coached students through challenging material with positive reinforcement and encouragement.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

The University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA

High School Diploma -

West Jefferson High School
Harvey, LA
05.2009

Skills

  • Interactive teaching/learning
  • Student engagement
  • Team management
  • Team building
  • Curriculum planning and implementation
  • Common Core Math
  • Time Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Task Prioritization
  • Self Motivation
  • Multitasking
  • IEP support
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Real-World Applications
  • Student Assistance
  • Student Mentoring
  • Motivating and Encouraging
  • Building Confidence
  • Adapting to Different Learning Styles
  • Intervention, Math, ELA, Science instruction

Affiliations

  • Community organizer: organized over five community events in New Orleans and Jefferson Parish.
  • Chess Coach: coached chess at five different schools and three recreational parks.

Certification

  • Louisiana Child Welfare Academy

Timeline

Lead Math Teacher

ReNEW Therapeutic Program
08.2023 - Current

Behavioral Interventionist

Renew Therapeutic Program
11.2020 - Current

Chess Instructor/Community Service Volunteer/Tutor

Strategic Thoughts, LLC.
08.2017 - Current

Site Director/Chess Enrichment Instructor

Community Works Of Louisiana
08.2016 - 11.2020

Bachelor of Science - Biology

The University of New Orleans

High School Diploma -

West Jefferson High School

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