Leroy Kelson IV
West Palm Beach,Florida
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at The School District of Palm Beach County, enhancing academic performance and fostering inclusive environments. Expert in educational guidance therapy and Microsoft Office, I excel in policy development and cultural awareness, significantly contributing to curriculum improvement and student success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Single School Culture Coordinator
The School District of Palm Beach County
West Palm Beach, Florida
03.2022 - Current
- Provides teachers with instructional leadership and support for the continuous academic improvement of all students in accordance with Florida Standards
- Functions as Florida Standards expert in mentoring and coaching teachers to build literacy instruction
- Provides coaching, support, and professional learning strategies to individual teachers to improve classroom instruction and facilitate growth as highly effective educators
- Provides modeling and coaching support for small group instruction
- Provides curricular support for summer bridge / Summer slide programs
- Applies principles and practices of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) in behavior/academic intervention determination and student progress monitoring in the Response to Intervention (RtI) process
- Assists the District in ensuring cultural/social competence and responsiveness within the instructional practices and in the implementation of the school-wide culture
Dean of Students
Renaissance Charter School at Summit
West Palm Beach, Florida
10.2018 - 02.2022
- Investigates problems of disciplinary nature, documents information and reports findings and decisions to the appropriate individuals
- Works closely with the school guidance counselor, principal and local law enforcement agencies and make referrals as appropriate
- Recommends appropriate sanctions including detentions, campus service, suspensions and referrals to the Principal for appropriate action
- Makes periodic tours of campus to ensure that school and school board policies are being enforced
- Counsels' students and parents where behavioral problems are involved
- Assists with the supervision of organized student gatherings and see that all equipment is operative
2nd Grade Teacher
Pivot Charter School
Riverside, California
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Makes purposeful and appropriate lesson plans which provide for effective teaching strategies and maximizes time on task
- Presents subject matter to students to maximize learning opportunity and provides real-world, application-based examples and learning opportunities
- Assesses student strengths and weaknesses on a frequent basis, provides appropriate activities to address student needs and generates progress reports as required
- Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students
- Develops lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals
- Participates with other staff members in curriculum planning during designated meetings
Athletics Coordinator
Boys & Girls Club
Redlands, California
08.2017 - 02.2018
- Guided members through recreational games, fitness activities and organized sports
- Conducted warm up drills and cool down exercises
- Maintained safe, fun & creative environment for members
Operations Assistant (Athletics)
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, California
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Coordinated event logistics and ensured that all events run efficiently and safely, within the rules and regulations of the NCAA, Big West Conference, and University of California, Riverside
- Assisted in all athletic facility management, including but not limited to installations, repairs, and cleaning of all areas of the facility
- Assisted in all aspects of supervisory of student-assistants, which included hiring, scheduling, training, and staff supervision
- Administrative responsibilities directly related to staff time keeping and scheduling
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
American College of Education
Indianapolis, Indiana11.2021
Master of Arts - Business w/ Sport Management concentration
University of San Francisco
San Francisco, California08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Public (Administration) Management
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, Florida12.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Transferred
University of Louisville
Louisville, Kentucky01.2014
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Conflict Resolution
- Educational Guidance Therapy
- Team Building
- Leadership
- Cultural awareness
- Inclusion strategies
- Policies implementation
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Complex Problem-solving
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Microsoft office
- Willingness to learn
- Policy development
- Task prioritization
- Analytical thinking
Certification
- Educational Leadership Certificate, Florida Department of Education
- Leadership Florida (Education Class 8)
- Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
- Six Sigma Yellow
Political Service
- Board Member, Palm Beach County Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, April 2024
- Housing Commissioned/ Board of Directors for Riviera Beach Housing Authority May 2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Single School Culture Coordinator
The School District of Palm Beach County
03.2022 - Current
Dean of Students
Renaissance Charter School at Summit
10.2018 - 02.2022
Athletics Coordinator
Boys & Girls Club
08.2017 - 02.2018
Operations Assistant (Athletics)
University of California, Riverside
09.2016 - 06.2017
2nd Grade Teacher
Pivot Charter School
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Educational Leadership Certificate, Florida Department of Education
- Leadership Florida (Education Class 8)
- Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
- Six Sigma Yellow
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
American College of Education
Master of Arts - Business w/ Sport Management concentration
University of San Francisco
Bachelor of Arts - Public (Administration) Management
Florida Atlantic University
Bachelor of Arts - Transferred
University of Louisville
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