Dottie Williams, Ed.D
Crest Hill,IL
Summary
Education professional with strong commitment to fostering academic growth and student development. Adept at designing and implementing curricula that meet diverse learning needs while promoting collaborative classroom environment. Known for reliability and adaptability, with focus on team collaboration and achieving educational goals through effective classroom management and communication skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Plainfield School District 202
08.2000 - 05.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans that align with curriculum standards.
- Assisted in creating a positive learning environment for diverse student needs.
- Participated in professional development workshops to expand instructional skills.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet varied learning styles and abilities of students.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, enhancing student learning through interdisciplinary connections.
- Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student performance throughout the school year.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay current with educational research and pedagogical strategies.
- Led professional development workshops, sharing innovative teaching strategies with peers.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student performance and classroom activities.
Education
Doctor of Education - Teacher Leadership
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
- Time management
- Lesson planning
- Positive reinforcement
- Parent interaction
- Differentiated instruction
- Cultural awareness
- Active listening
- Peer mentoring
- Curriculum development
Timeline
Educator
Plainfield School District 202
08.2000 - 05.2025
Doctor of Education - Teacher Leadership
Walden University