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Renee Williams

Chicago,IL

Summary

Educator and administrator with extensive experience in classroom instruction and team leadership in elementary and high school settings. Known for a creative, energetic teaching style that fosters an innovative and stimulating learning environment. Demonstrated excellence in classroom management, having led workshops on the subject for peers. Proven track record in improving standardized test scores in high-risk classrooms. Adept at strategic planning, curriculum development, and staff training to achieve academic excellence.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Program Director

Youth Connection Charter School
Chicago, IL
08.2022 - Current
  • Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
  • Supervised program staff, managing and evaluating performance provide high-quality services to program participants.
  • Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.
  • Mentored team members for professional development, resulting in increased productivity and job satisfaction.
  • Developed high-impact programs for optimal results, focusing on strategic planning and execution.
  • Evaluated program performance through comprehensive data analysis, driving continuous improvement efforts.

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Vice Principal/Instructional Lead Instructor

Chatham Academy High School
01.2018 - 06.2022
  • Developed school schedules for remote learning, in-person and hybrid models to accommodate diverse schedules to accommodate the needs of student during the pandemic
  • Lead and develop subject area curriculum and instruction for Competency-Based Instruction and Competency-Based Education (CBI and CBE) that increase student rigor and engagement from 10% to 25% during the pandemic
  • Designed and implement School Improvement Plan (SIP) that coincides with Chicago Public School (CPS) School Improvement Plan Academic
  • Continued professional development and coaching faculty in areas for trauma-informed care and diverse instruction of inclusive students, during which enrollment of underrepresented students increased by 13%, and 16% of students demonstrated mastery of both general and inclusive practices
  • Coached, advised, and directed new teachers and support staffs in classroom management, teamwork, and classroom dynamics, resulting in a significant increase in student achievement scores at the end of the year
  • Develop restorative practices in and out of the classroom for both teachers and students increase student and teacher retention but 15%
  • Mentored Return Students Program (RSP) seniors in the digital media program to successfully transition to post-secondary education and college/career readiness (100% of students received scholarships, internships, and co-op placements)
  • Used data to inform decisions to improve student's academic achievement by 85%, teacher rigor, and engagement by 90%, and reduce the dropout rate by 35%.

Classroom Teacher/Acting Assistant Principal

St. Charles Youth and Family Services
11.2009 - 06.2017
  • Leading school logistics in the absence Principal and Assistant Principal’s
  • Teaching, counseling, and guiding children expelled from Milwaukee Public School, for immense emotional and behavior disorders
  • Communicating with staff and local entities in involved in students live in and out of the St
  • Charles Youth and Family Service system
  • Part-time Custodial Care Instructor/Supervisor
  • Teaching students basic custodial care procedures while administering testing BETCO National Custodial Care Certification
  • Supervising students in the Youth Employment Service (Y.E.S).

Sargeant (E5)

United States Army
09.2000 - 12.2008
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Education

Master of Education in Administration and Supervision -

National Louis University
Wheeling, IL

Bachelor’s Degree in Education with a concentration in Middle Childhood/Early Adolescent Education and a minor in Broad field Social Studies -

Wisconsin Lutheran College
Milwaukee, WI

Skills

  • Effective leader
  • Administration knowledge
  • Program Leadership
  • Staff Development
  • Strategic leadership and planning

Certification

  • American Sports Education Program - Certified to coach soccer, basketball, and volleyball
  • Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD)
  • Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)
  • National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP)

Timeline

Program Director

Youth Connection Charter School
08.2022 - Current

Vice Principal/Instructional Lead Instructor

Chatham Academy High School
01.2018 - 06.2022

Classroom Teacher/Acting Assistant Principal

St. Charles Youth and Family Services
11.2009 - 06.2017

Sargeant (E5)

United States Army
09.2000 - 12.2008

Master of Education in Administration and Supervision -

National Louis University

Bachelor’s Degree in Education with a concentration in Middle Childhood/Early Adolescent Education and a minor in Broad field Social Studies -

Wisconsin Lutheran College
Renee Williams