Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Teacher
Ralph E. Williams

Ralph E. Williams

Summary

Industrious educator with solid background in law and legislative construction capable of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in attendance, assessment, grading requirements and classroom behavioral management.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice

University of Arkansas/Pulaski Tech College
Little Rock, Arkansas
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and promoting a positive learning environment.
  • Monitored student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting interventions as needed to maximize success.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance data, ensuring timely reporting of progress reports to relevant stakeholders.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to remain current on best practices in educational interventions and instructional methods.
  • Utilized technology tools effectively to enhance instruction delivery during intervention sessions while maintaining a high level of student engagement.
  • Conducted on-line and in person classes.

ALE Interventionist and Intake Facilitator

Hamilton Learning Academy
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • The ALE Program provides guidance, counseling, and academic support options targeting students who are experiencing educational or behavioral problems in a traditional school setting.
  • Build solid and trusting rapport with children and families, navigating through the Three-Tiered ALE redesigned program platform for the District-wide alternative intervention program.
  • Document data and work to evidence the student's successful completion of all criteria for the ALE 21-Day Program.
  • Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict compliance with Arkansas Department of Education and Little Rock School District ALE policies.

5th Grade ELA Teacher

Lisa Academy West Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
  • Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
  • Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
  • Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.

Elementary School Interventionist

Lisa Academy West Elementary
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.

High School English Teacher, 9-12th Grades.

Lisa Academy North High School
08.2019 - 05.2021
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.

Middle School ELA Teacher

Lisa Academy North Middle School
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.

7th Grade Social Studies Teacher

Russellville School District
08.2016 - 05.2018
  • Supported, challenged and encouraged linguistically diverse students and those with Individualized Education Plans.
  • Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
  • Developed curriculum, instructional materials, assessment tools and lesson plans according to widely diverse needs of students.


Attorney at Law (Private Practice)

Ralph E. Williams, Attorney At Law
01.1988 - 01.2008
  • Drafted, reviewed and negotiated contracts and other legal documents to support client needs.
  • Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on business and legal transactions.
  • Developed legal strategies to protect client interests and resolve disputes.
  • Developed strategies and arguments for hearings, trials and appeals.
  • Provided legal counsel to clients on diverse business, financial and civil matters.
  • Represented clients in administrative proceedings before government agencies.
  • Concentrated a large percentage of my practice to Criminal Defense Litigation
  • No longer practicing law in Illinois.

Assistant Attorney General

Illinois Attorney General Office
06.1998 - 06.2003
  • Reviewed motions, briefs and other various legal documents.
  • Assigned investigators to collect evidence and data in preparation for court or presentation to grand jury.
  • Investigated and prosecuted consumer protection cases.
  • Enforced state laws and regulations concerning health, safety, welfare, crime and civil statutes.
  • Trial Attorney representing State Agencies in various types of litigation.
  • Regional Field Director for Central District of Illinois
  • Consumer Protection Litigator

Education

J.D. - Law

St. Louis University School of Law
St Louis, MO
05.1988

Bachelor of Science - English Education

University of Arkansas At Pine Bluff
Pine Bluff, AR
05.1981

Skills

  • Skill Building
  • Decision Making
  • Strategic Planning
  • Teacher Collaboration

Timeline

Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice

University of Arkansas/Pulaski Tech College
08.2023 - Current

ALE Interventionist and Intake Facilitator

Hamilton Learning Academy
08.2023 - 05.2024

5th Grade ELA Teacher

Lisa Academy West Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2023

Elementary School Interventionist

Lisa Academy West Elementary
08.2021 - 05.2022

High School English Teacher, 9-12th Grades.

Lisa Academy North High School
08.2019 - 05.2021

Middle School ELA Teacher

Lisa Academy North Middle School
08.2018 - 05.2019

7th Grade Social Studies Teacher

Russellville School District
08.2016 - 05.2018

Assistant Attorney General

Illinois Attorney General Office
06.1998 - 06.2003

Attorney at Law (Private Practice)

Ralph E. Williams, Attorney At Law
01.1988 - 01.2008

J.D. - Law

St. Louis University School of Law

Bachelor of Science - English Education

University of Arkansas At Pine Bluff
Ralph E. Williams