Sadé Williams
Professional Certified Childhood Education & TESOL Educator
Norfolk,VA
Summary
Seasoned Early Childhood Educator successful at developing and implementing strategies that promote a love of learning and increase academic performance; well-versed in communicating with ELL and diverse populations. Provides successful interventions and adjusts plans according to individual progress. Empathetic and hardworking team player dedicated to improving student health and wellbeing.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
ESL Teacher
Norfolk Public Schools
08.2025 - Current
- Manage ESL scheduling and compliance for 101 students in alignment with state mandates.
- Develop and deliver ESL instruction to improve students’ conversational and academic English.
- Provide targeted support to English Language Learners across content areas.
- Collaborate with educators on interdisciplinary projects to enhance student learning.
- Administer WIDA Screener and ACCESS assessments and communicated FLEP/LEP status with families.
ESL Middle School Teacher
Northampton County Public Schools
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with fellow educators to create interdisciplinary projects that connected multiple subject areas for enhanced learning experiences.
- Supported English language learners with targeted assistance, enhancing their overall comprehension of course content across all subjects.
- Organized and administered WIDA Screener and ACCESS test for 14 students.
- Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress FLEP and LEP status.
- Prepared daily lesson plans for activities.
2nd Grade Gifted and Talented Teacher
Newtown Elementary School
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Uses VBCPS Gifted and Talented Curriculum with personal enhancements and differentiation to ensure student understanding
- Incorporates anecdotal note taking in planning and preparation to maintain proper documentation of student files, portfolios and records
4th Grade Teacher, Kindergarten Teacher, K-1 Interventionist
Boys Prep Charter School
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Created child-centered learning environment virtual and hybrid classroom setting where students are encouraged, engaged, and demonstrate success
- Instructed children 40 students in Kindergarten and First grade in phonics, reading fluency, and reading comprehension to grow 1-2 STEP reading levels in 6 weeks
- Determined groups and goals for students based on STEP performance and class/school needs
- Designed network wide data gathering data tools to create and track goals, progress monitoring and analysis based on in the moment assessments
- Supervised student teacher provided in the moment feedback and create action plans with check ins
1st Grade ICT Teacher
Mott Haven Academy Charter School
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Instructed 24 students using evidence-based practices: Responsive Classroom techniques SPIRE, CGI, and Hochman curriculum
- Collaborated with co-teachers and grade teams to tailor curriculum to students
- Created and implemented individual behavioral and incentive plans with RULER
- Wrote IEPs and progress monitored IEP Goals
- Maintained communication with families including: logging weekly phone calls, conferences, and home visits
2nd Grade ICT Teacher, 4th Grade Teacher
P. S. 53 Basheer Quisim School
09.2016 - 06.2019
- Developed and delivered engaging Common Core Standards aligned lessons based on Ready Gen & Envisions
- Collaborated within team to develop lesson plans, create school wide projects, and community events
- Moved 70% of students 3-4 reading levels to reach end of year benchmarks
- Assessed children using DRA and Envisions Mathematics System
- Liaised with administration to create weekly newsletters regarding educational goals in classroom
- Mentored new teacher in educational framework and classroom practices
Founding Kindergarten Teacher
Rosalyn Yalow Charter School
10.2015 - 06.2016
- Achieved 2 STEP and NWEA growth movements for 70% of class of 32
- Developed engaging differentiated instruction encompassing CKLA, Balanced Literacy, and Reading Workshop
- Collaborated within team to create school wide projects and community events
- Initiated communication with guardians regarding students' progress and enrichment opportunities using Class Dojo
Education
Advanced Certificate - TESOL
CUNY Herbert H. Lehman College
Bronx, NY 08.2016 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Elementary Education
CUNY Herbert H. Lehman College
Bronx, NY 08.2011 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Manhattanville College
Purchase, NY 08.2006 - 05.2010
Skills
- Creating strong classroom culture
- Recording and editing videos
- Organizational skills
- Group instruction
- Individual instruction
- Classroom management
- Skill building
- Individualized support
- ESL - English as Second Language
- RTI familiarity
- SMART Board
- Promethean Board
Certification
Postgraduate Professional Elementary Education PreK-6, ESL Pre-K 12, Virginia, 11/2022
Timeline
ESL Teacher
Norfolk Public Schools
08.2025 - Current
ESL Middle School Teacher
Northampton County Public Schools
08.2024 - 06.2025
2nd Grade Gifted and Talented Teacher
Newtown Elementary School
08.2022 - 07.2024
4th Grade Teacher, Kindergarten Teacher, K-1 Interventionist
Boys Prep Charter School
08.2020 - 08.2022
1st Grade ICT Teacher
Mott Haven Academy Charter School
08.2019 - 08.2020
2nd Grade ICT Teacher, 4th Grade Teacher
P. S. 53 Basheer Quisim School
09.2016 - 06.2019
Advanced Certificate - TESOL
CUNY Herbert H. Lehman College
08.2016 - 05.2020
Founding Kindergarten Teacher
Rosalyn Yalow Charter School
10.2015 - 06.2016
Master of Science - Elementary Education
CUNY Herbert H. Lehman College
08.2011 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Manhattanville College
08.2006 - 05.2010