James E. Stradford III
Plainfield,NJ
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at Plainfield Board of Education, excelling in student welfare and behavioral management. Proven ability in data-informed decision-making and strategic leadership, fostering collaboration among educators and families. Committed to enhancing student outcomes through innovative interventions and strong communication skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dean of Students
PLAINFIELD BOARD OF EDUCATION
Plainfield, USA
01.2021 - Current
- Provided leadership in student discipline, attendance, and overall student welfare to support a safe and respectful learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers, counselors, and families to support student behavior, academic performance, and social-emotional growth.
- Oversaw implementation of school-wide behavioral expectations, restorative practices, and conflict resolution strategies.
- Led the development and enforcement of the student code of conduct, ensuring consistency and fairness.
- Supported at-risk students through targeted interventions, mentorship programs, and individualized support plans.
Sales Representative
LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
01.2011 - 01.2019
- Analyze insurance coverage details and underwriting guidelines to sell auto, home, life, renters and pet insurance
- Present coverage options to decision makers of corporations to establish and maintain Affinity relationships
- To obtain new accounts by leveraging relationships with brokers, realtors and auto dealerships
- Identify prospective customers using established lead methodologies to prospect and attain new business.
Paraprofessional
PLAINFIELD BOARD OF EDUCATION
Plainfield, USA
01.2011 - 01.2019
- Participate in project identification to implement and recommend behavior management techniques and strategies
- Provide support to classroom facilitator and peer students within a general education setting
- Preparing schedules to sustain attention and task compliance
- Facilitate substitute instruction for grades 4-5 as needed
- Liaison between students, parents, and staff/ supporter of all morning care, after school, and recess activities.
Teacher Assistant
21st CENTURY COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Company Overview: Board of Education
- Assisted with the coordination of daily expanded learning time activities through the afterschool program & five-week Summer Enrichment Camp
- Responsibilities included but were not limited to; homework assistance, daily administrative accountabilities, and facilitator of all field trips and special program events
- Liaison for all parents, maintaining a positive interaction.
- Board of Education
Behavioral Assistant
COOPERATIVE COUNSELING
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Strategic in supporting the implementation of the behavioral plans and facilitating modifications for challenges of students
- Participated in the training of specific focus strategies and interventions and made actionable that knowledge through training modules designed for teachers and therapists
- Executed appropriate outcomes in dealing with recurring behavioral situations
- Maintained communication with caregivers and case managers to properly evaluate progress.
Local Manager, Facilities Technician
VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS, INC
01.1999 - 01.2010
- Four years as Manager of the daily operations, productivity, and workflow of 20 Facilities Technicians (inclusive of four FIOS technicians, five maintenance splicing technicians, and eleven installation/maintenance technicians.) Vision casting of team goals and objectives directed measures for the successful completion of installations and repairs by company standards
- Liaison between company and local officials to secure clearances and road access for repairs
- Provided quality customer service independently and a part of the team culture
- Facilitator of quarterly safety workshops focused on process re-engineering and improvements
- Maintained consistent staff development on risk management and conducted annual performance evaluations for all Maintenance and Technician staff
- Seven years' experience as a technician, enabling dial tone and network access of essential telephone service (DSL, ISDN, T1, ground start trunks)
- Installation, repairing, changing, or terminating wiring within a network interface
- Situated, removed, and restored wiring and cables and complied with corporate and OSHA regulations regarding hazardous materials and safety
- Analyzed service orders and work specifications to ensure the correct application of solutions and maintenance of written documentation.
Weekend Supervisor
YOUTH CONSULTATION SERVICE
01.2000 - 01.2008
- Responsible for ensuring the care, safety and well-being of all emotionally disturbed residents by the manual of standards established by the New Jersey Division of Youth and Family Services
- Coordinated weekly activities for all residents
- Supervised, trained, and conducted performance evaluations for Child Care Staff
- Assisted Residential Coordinator and Therapist in developing treatment goals
- Administered medication to all resident's ability to de-escalate all crisis situations in a safe and timely manner.
Education
Master of Education - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZBachelor of Arts - Communications
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJSkills
Leadership & Management:
Strategic leadership, performance improvement, organizational development, implementing regulations, interpreting state initiatives
Communication & Collaboration:
Strong oral and written communication, staff coordination, parent and student engagement, cross-functional team leadership
Data & Analysis:
Student data analysis, attendance and behavior tracking, performance metrics, data-informed decision-making
Technology Proficiency:
Microsoft Office Suite, Google Classroom, Genesis Student Information System, Outlook
Certification
- New Jersey Behavioral Assistant
- Guided Reading
- Property, Casualty & Life Insurance
Timeline
Dean of Students
PLAINFIELD BOARD OF EDUCATION
01.2021 - Current
Teacher Assistant
21st CENTURY COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER
01.2013 - 01.2015
Sales Representative
LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
01.2011 - 01.2019
Paraprofessional
PLAINFIELD BOARD OF EDUCATION
01.2011 - 01.2019
Behavioral Assistant
COOPERATIVE COUNSELING
01.2010 - 01.2014
Weekend Supervisor
YOUTH CONSULTATION SERVICE
01.2000 - 01.2008
Local Manager, Facilities Technician
VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS, INC
01.1999 - 01.2010
Master of Education - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Montclair State University
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