Clifton Robinson
Summary
Relationship-driven Dean of Students focused on maximizing student learning by developing positive student culture and structured, supportive environments. Excellent disciplinarian with compassionate, analytical approach to addressing and solving behavior issues. Skilled in overseeing daily activities and planning special events.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean of Students
St. Lucie County School District (Keith Davis)
Samuel Gaines Academy Of Emerging Technologies
07.2018 - Current
- Backed up instructors in handling disruptive students and implemented fair protocols to resolve situations.
- Organized individualized behavior improvement plans for students struggling with compliance.
- Developed strategies to improve student behavior school-wide and help teachers better manage classroom environments.
- Established and enforced clear school-wide disciplinary procedures to protect students and staff.
- Coordinated outreach events to bring in parents, family members and community at large to support students.
- Led efforts to boost student attendance and on-time arrivals with ambitious parent relations initiatives.
6th Grade Mathematics Teacher
St. Lucie County Schools (Lisa Sullivan)
Dan McCarty Middle School
07.2016 - 06.2018
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- 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.
- Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
6th Grade Mathematics Teacher
St. Lucie County Schools District (Lisa Sullivan)
Southern Oaks Middle School
06.2009 - 07.2016
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- 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.
- Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
St. Lucie County School District (Keith Davis)
Chester A. Moore Elementary
07.2006 - 08.2009
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Incorporated [Software] technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
Education
Master of Science - Education Administration
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN12.2017
Master of Science - Social Work
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC12.2007
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC11.2005
Associate of Science - Social Psychology
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FL05.2002
Skills
- Academic Intervention
- Classical Education
- Student Development
- Classroom Management
- Parental Communication
- Faculty Development
- Behavioral Management
Timeline
Dean of Students
St. Lucie County School District (Keith Davis)
07.2018 - Current
6th Grade Mathematics Teacher
St. Lucie County Schools (Lisa Sullivan)
07.2016 - 06.2018
6th Grade Mathematics Teacher
St. Lucie County Schools District (Lisa Sullivan)
06.2009 - 07.2016
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
St. Lucie County School District (Keith Davis)
07.2006 - 08.2009
Master of Science - Education Administration
American College of Education
Master of Science - Social Work
North Carolina Central University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
North Carolina Central University
Associate of Science - Social Psychology
Indian River State College