Dean of Students
Detroit Public Schools Community District
07.2018 - Current
- Led efforts to boost student attendance and on-time arrivals with ambitious parent-relations initiatives.
- Managed assemblies to recognize student achievement.
- Developed strategies to improve student behavior and assist teachers in better managing classroom environments.
- Spearheaded teacher training initiatives by leading professional development in classroom management and Restorative Circles.
- Instructed students individually and in groups, using various PBIS teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations of peer-to-peer interactions.
- Enforced policies and rules according to Student Code of Conduct (SCOC).
- Maintained accurate and complete student behavior records as the Office of Climate and Culture required.
- Observed students for tiered determinations for attendance, behavior, and other individual characteristics regarding Progress Monitoring Plans (PMP), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP), Individualized Educational Plans (IEP), and Manifestation Determination Review (MDR).
- Established clear objectives and goals for student behavior.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress.
- Prepared and implemented check-in/check-out with staff and support staff.
- Consulted with other teachers to plan and schedule lessons that promote learning and development. (Examples: Calm Classroom and Sanford Harmony.)
- Conferred with staff to discuss policies and student behavioral or learning problems.
- Enforced discipline and attendance rules.
- Coordinated outreach events to bring in parents, family members, and the community to support students.
- Assisted teachers in developing and diversifying instruction to better serve students of different skill levels and backgrounds.
- Organized individualized behavior improvement plans for students struggling with compliance
- Established and enforced clear school-wide disciplinary procedures to protect students and staff.
- Managed assemblies to recognize student achievement.
- Developed strategies to improve student behavior school-wide and help teachers better manage classroom environments.
- Coordinated outreach events to bring in parents, family members, and the community at large to support students.
- Led efforts to boost student attendance and on-time arrivals with ambitious parent relations initiatives.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- Developed programs to promote diversity and inclusion among staff, faculty, and students.
