Dr. DaVonne Pierce
Kalamazoo,MI
Summary
Resourceful Supervisor trained in resolution of critical issues within time-sensitive environment with successful track record of building and maintaining talented teams. Highly organized, energetic and versatile leader committed to continuous improvements. Proven history of motivating staff to work together to achieve targets.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
ILP Supervisor
Samaritas Inc
Kalamazoo, MI
05.2019 - 12.2024
- Fostered a positive and motivating work environment, leading to an increase in team morale.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Led weekly team meetings to discuss progress, address issues, and plan future actions.
Behavior Specialist/ Substitute Principal
Kalamazoo Public Schools
Kalamazoo, MI
08.1996 - 10.2016
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive treatment plans.
- Attended professional development workshops related to best practices in working with special needs populations.
- Served as a liaison between schools and community agencies related to mental health services for youth with challenging behaviors.
- Developed individual educational plans designed to promote educational, physical and social development.
Detention Supervisor
Kalamazoo County Juvenile Home
Kalamazoo, MI
03.1995 - 06.2008
- Oversaw assigned court trips for youth, maintaining security of staff and public.
- Developed policies, procedures, and staff training programs for the detention facility.
- Communicated information regarding security, safety and operations through chain of command.
Education
Ph.D. - African American Studies
University of Northwest Florida
Panama City, FL05-2003
Master of Arts - African American Studies
University Of North West Florida
Panama City, FL05-2002
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Olivet University
Olivet, MI05-1993
Skills
- Employee development
- Training and mentoring
- Budget management
- Conflict resolution
- Complex Problem-solving
- Public speaking
- Department organization
- Safety protocols
Accomplishments
- Association of Black Sociologist award winner 2020
- National council for Black Studies award winner 2018
Timeline
ILP Supervisor
Samaritas Inc
05.2019 - 12.2024
Behavior Specialist/ Substitute Principal
Kalamazoo Public Schools
08.1996 - 10.2016
Detention Supervisor
Kalamazoo County Juvenile Home
03.1995 - 06.2008
Ph.D. - African American Studies
University of Northwest Florida
Master of Arts - African American Studies
University Of North West Florida
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Olivet University
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