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Dr. Sabunmi Woods

Hayward,CA

Summary

Passionate about fostering the emotional, social, and academic growth of young children. Well-versed in developmental stages and adept at creating safe and nurturing environments to enhance learning. Committed to integrating education-based strategies with holistic approaches to promote overall health and wellness.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

K-12 Culture & Expanded Learning Team Program Coordinator

Lodestar-CA
07.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with other departments within the organization to coordinate efforts that support overall organizational objectives.
  • Drafted communications about upcoming events or changes in policy and procedures for internal distribution.
  • Served as a liaison between external organizations and partners involved in delivering programming services.
  • Developed and implemented program activities according to established goals and objectives.
  • Managed the day-to-day operations of the program, ensuring compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
  • Coordinated meetings with stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of program initiatives.
  • Maintained up-to-date records related to program activities.

High School Assistant Principal of Culture

Lodestar/Lighthouse-CA
06.2024 - 07.2024
  • Created safe, inclusive, learning-focused school environments by articulating schoolwide universal expectations for student behavior, tracking progress towards school-wide goals, coaching teachers on classroom management practices, and developing support plans for students and staff.

Accelerated Tutor

University Instructors- VA
12.2021 - 06.2022
  • Providing accelerated high-intensity, high-dosage tutoring for students in 6th-8th grade in English and some math, contacting parents via phone and messaging, and using Zoom for tutoring sessions.
  • Conducted individual tutoring sessions with students to help them improve their academic performance.
  • Provided comprehensive feedback on student progress, including areas for improvement and successes.
  • Encouraged students to ask questions about topics they did not understand.

Lead Pre-School Teacher

Park School Montessori- Atlanta, GA
09.2020 - 12.2020

Organized and maintained a safe learning environment for children, including supervision of indoor and outdoor playtime.

  • Assisted in developing lesson plans that incorporated reading, writing, math, science and art into daily activities.
  • Observed and documented students' growth and development throughout the year.
  • Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of children.
  • Encouraged positive behavior through positive reinforcement techniques such as praise and rewards.

Attendance Officer Community Coordinator

Community Learning Center - Alameda, CA
01.2016 - 06.2020
  • Informed parents and guardians of their child's absence or tardiness via phone call or letter.
  • Maintained accurate attendance records for all staff and students.
  • Monitored student absences, tardiness, and early departures.
  • Provided guidance to school personnel on best practices related to attendance policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with teachers, administrators, counselors, and other support staff to identify possible issues that may be impacting a student's attendance.
  • Developed reports and data analysis pertaining to student absenteeism patterns.

Youth Counselor/ Youth Crisis Home

Eden Counseling Services - Castro Valley, CA
03.2014 - 06.2020
  • Providing a safe and comfortable home environment for youth in crisis, managing client activity and behavior logs.

Staff Support

COVA Conservatory School of Vocal and Performing Arts - Oakland, CA
10.2013 - 12.2015
  • Providing academic and extracurricular support for students, teachers, and staff, including substitute teaching.
  • Provided administrative support to management, staff, and other departments.
  • Subbed in multiple classes when needed

Education

Ed.D in Educational Leadership -

Oakland City University
Oakland City, IN
05-2022

Master of Arts in Consciousness Studies -

John F. Kennedy University
Pleasant Hill, CA
01.2013

Bachelor of Arts in Social Ecology -

John F. Kennedy University
Pleasant Hill, CA
01.2009

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Enthusiastic
  • Time Management
  • Confidence
  • Create a Positive Learning Environment
  • Positive Interaction
  • Relationship Building
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Adaptability
  • Positive Communication
  • Respectful
  • Growth Mindset Educator
  • Effective Instructional Skills
  • Personal Reflection

Certification

  • 45 Hours of Youth and Family Service PD Training (Seneca Center)
  • 40 Hour Domestic & Teen Dating Violence Training
  • First Aid and CPR for Children and Adults
  • 28 Hours of University Instructor's On-Line Professional Development Training

Timeline

High School Assistant Principal of Culture

Lodestar/Lighthouse-CA
06.2024 - 07.2024

K-12 Culture & Expanded Learning Team Program Coordinator

Lodestar-CA
07.2022 - Current

Accelerated Tutor

University Instructors- VA
12.2021 - 06.2022

Lead Pre-School Teacher

Park School Montessori- Atlanta, GA
09.2020 - 12.2020

Attendance Officer Community Coordinator

Community Learning Center - Alameda, CA
01.2016 - 06.2020

Youth Counselor/ Youth Crisis Home

Eden Counseling Services - Castro Valley, CA
03.2014 - 06.2020

Staff Support

COVA Conservatory School of Vocal and Performing Arts - Oakland, CA
10.2013 - 12.2015

Ed.D in Educational Leadership -

Oakland City University

Master of Arts in Consciousness Studies -

John F. Kennedy University

Bachelor of Arts in Social Ecology -

John F. Kennedy University
Dr. Sabunmi Woods