David Sousa
Warwick,RI
Summary
Experienced professional with a world of talent and skills. Knows how to lead and successfully achieve goals. Results-driven. Successful at optimizing administrative procedures to control costs and improve operations. Experienced in building positive relationships to underpin sustainable policies. Analytical problem-solver with articulate communication style. Highly-motivated with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Skilled in creation of programs, policy and procedures to ensure success, safety, and overcome challenges.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean of Students
TRINITY ACADEMY FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
08.2014 - 01.2024
- Part of the Administrative team, responsible for discipline, attendance, classroom management, and school safety
- Analyzed data to create, maintain and enforce policies and procedures for the school
- Worked with HR on personal matters and ways to resolve issues/conflicts in a restorative manner
- Developed positive relationships and communication with students, families and staff.
Teacher/Staff Mentor/Summer Program Coordinator
DAVIES CAREER AND TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL
08.2004 - 06.2014
- Developed positive relationships with students, families and staff
- Worked with new staff to help them overcome professional obstacles
- Analyzed grading data to create tutoring and summer programs.
School Based Coordinator
STATE OF RHODE ISLAND
09.2003 - 01.2004
- Worked with students, faculty and administration on school-to career matters
- Responsible for maintaining grant funded budget
- Analyzed data to help and create curriculum
- Developed positive relationships with teachers, administration and outside agencies.
Assistant Service Manager
KING RICHARD'S/VOLVO
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Assisted the service manager in all aspects of running the service department
- Supervised the tech team and parts department to ensure highest level of customer satisfaction
- Responsible for booking and maintaining appointments and communicating with customers.
Education
B.A. -
Rhode Island College
01.1994
Skills
- Experienced Leader
- Coordinator
- Research
- Data Analysis
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Office
- Program, Policy and procedure Creation
- Conflict Management
- Effective Communication
- Security Measures
- Customer Service
- Management
- Crisis Management
- Curriculum Design
- Collaboration
- Behavioral Management
- Budget Control
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Student security
- Analytical Skills
- Decision-Making
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management abilities
- Self Motivation
- Professional Demeanor
- Organizational Skills
- Planning and coordination
- Attention to Detail
- Relationship Building
- Active Listening
- Team Collaboration
- Written Communication
- Multitasking
- Problem-Solving
- Goal Setting
- Database Administration
- Excellent Communication
Certifications
- Safety-Care Trainer; Trained in maintaining school safety
- Foundations of Kingian Nonviolence,; Successfully completed 20 hours of nonviolent restoration training
- Mastery in Restorative Practices; Trained in problem solving and conflict resolution
- National Center for Biomedical Research and Training; Campus Emergencies prevention, response and recovery
Affiliations
- An organization that is devoted to high ideals and admirable benevolence.
- Community service and charitable work
- A strong moral code and the aim of making a person better
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dean of Students
TRINITY ACADEMY FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
08.2014 - 01.2024
Teacher/Staff Mentor/Summer Program Coordinator
DAVIES CAREER AND TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL
08.2004 - 06.2014
School Based Coordinator
STATE OF RHODE ISLAND
09.2003 - 01.2004
Assistant Service Manager
KING RICHARD'S/VOLVO
01.2000 - 01.2003
B.A. -
Rhode Island College
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