Deondra Williams
Houston,TX
Summary
Effective contributor to ongoing systems and procedural development dedicated to providing expert guidance towards incessant growth. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager/Elementary Special Education Teacher
Houston Independent School District
07.2024 - Current
- Developed differentiated lesson plans for special education and general education teachers to deliver high-quality instructions to all students in the classroom
- Developed IEPs to address strengths and concerns regarding behavior and academic concerns, including transition services preparing students for future during and after school
- Conduct meetings to discuss ways to provide the proper accommodations and modifications for each student having a 504 and/or IEP
- Conduct virtual meetings using Teams and/or Zoom
- Modify Curriculum to fit student needs and academic goals
- Staying current on resources, educational ideas, and teaching strategies.
- Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
- Facilitated individual and group sessions to promote positive behavior change for clients.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Case Manager/Middle School Special Education Teacher
Killeen Independent School District
09.2020 - 06.2024
- Developed differentiated lesson plans for special education and general education teachers to deliver high-quality instructions to all students in the classroom
- Developed IEPs to address strengths and concerns regarding behavior and academic concerns, including transition services preparing students for future during and after school
- Trained special education teachers on how to properly complete IEP documentation and progress monitoring
- Conduct evaluation of 30+ students’ performance, behavior, social development, and physical health on regular basis
- Conduct meetings to discuss ways to provide the proper accommodations and modifications for each student having a 504 and/or IEP
- Conduct virtual meetings using Teams and/or Zoom
- Modify Curriculum to fit student needs and academic goals
- Staying current on educational ideas and strategies.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
- Facilitated individual and group sessions to promote positive behavior change for clients.
- Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
- Spearheaded fundraising efforts to support social and community service initiatives.
- Analyzed trends and data to inform decision-making and program development.
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Substitute Teacher
Killeen Independent School District
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Demonstrated a strong understanding of classroom management, flexibility, and adaptability
- Building relationships with both staff and students to establish a rapport with them
- Following high-quality lesson plans to ensure students learning and organization
- Communicate with teachers promptly and efficiently to ensure they are well informed of the classroom environment and student behaviors
- Being reliable during times of need within the school and district.
Business Owner
Dee’s Salon
05.2016 - 08.2020
- Demonstrate professional communication skills
- Travel to jobs
- Hair Product knowledge and sales
- Displayed interpersonal skills
- Scheduling flexibility
- Networking to help build clientele
- Embrace challenges by using them to learn and grow.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Education
Master of Education: Curriculum and Instruction -
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05.2024
Bachelor of Science: Business Management - undefined
Texas A&M University - Central Texas
Killeen, TX12.2016
Associate of General Studies - undefined
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX08.2014
Skills
- Experience in Leadership
- Transition Services
- IEP Development
- Special Education Mentor
- Manage Multiple Projects
- Inclusive Problem Solving Skills
- Knowledge of Laws and Regulations
- Positive Attitude
- Team Building
- Microsoft Office
- Strategic Planning
- Case Management Tracking
- Conflict Resolution
Timeline
Case Manager/Elementary Special Education Teacher
Houston Independent School District
07.2024 - Current
Case Manager/Middle School Special Education Teacher
Killeen Independent School District
09.2020 - 06.2024
Substitute Teacher
Killeen Independent School District
08.2018 - 09.2020
Business Owner
Dee’s Salon
05.2016 - 08.2020
Master of Education: Curriculum and Instruction -
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science: Business Management - undefined
Texas A&M University - Central Texas
Associate of General Studies - undefined
Central Texas College
Zip
77007
City
Houston
State
TX
Zip
77007
City
Houston
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