Shantee Jude-Williams
Milwaukee,Wisconsin
Summary
Experienced, hardworking and passionate education administrator with a proven track record in school administration and improving test scores through innovative techniques. Skilled in fostering student-centered learning environments and utilizing effective communication strategies. Strong background in operations, curriculum planning, professional development, climate, and culture. Committed professional dedicated to enhancing the educational experience for students and staff.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
2003
2003
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
School Principal/Instructional Leader
Hawthorne Elementary School
07.2018 - Current
- Company Overview: Milwaukee Public Schools - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Lead with a commitment to academic excellence and student success for grades K3 - 5.
- Collaborate with staff to create a vision and implement a strategic plan that emphasizes high academic achievement, climate and culture, equity, inclusion, and attendance.
- Develop and manage an effective curriculum that aligns with state and school standards, ensuring students meet their academic goals.
- Lead the design and implementation of daily schedules, professional development, and school-wide academic and behavioral expectations.
- Regularly observe and provide constructive feedback to teachers.
- Lead the professional development of staff, offering guidance and mentorship to enhance teaching quality and student outcomes.
- Set high expectations for academic achievement, ensuring consistent support for diverse learners, including English learners and students with IEPs.
- Foster a data-driven school culture by assessing student progress through district and State testing, using data to drive decision-making.
- Set measurable goals for academic achievement, attendance, and college readiness, using data to track progress and adjust strategies as needed.
- Cultivate a positive, inclusive, and supportive school culture where all students feel safe, respected, and engaged in learning.
- Work closely with families and the community to ensure strong partnerships and open lines of communication.
- Lead and participate in extracurricular programs that support students’ social and emotional development.
- Secure community partnerships for the schools.
- Milwaukee Public Schools - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Increase Student Attendance: Raise overall student attendance by 10% to date.
- Improve Student Academic Performance: Increase the percentage of students meeting academic standards in District testing and Forward Testing by 15%.
- Enhance Teacher Retention: Achieve a 95% teacher retention rate through a supportive professional development environment.
- Increase Parent and Community Engagement: Boost parent and community involvement by 20%.
- Foster a Positive School Culture: Increase satisfaction rates in school climate surveys by 10%.
Assistant Principal
Hilltop Elementary School
07.2016 - 07.2018
- Company Overview: School District U-46- Elgin, Illinois
- Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the school’s academic programs.
- Support teachers in creating a rigorous curriculum and instructional strategies that meet the needs of diverse learners, ensuring high academic achievement for all students.
- Oversee student behavior and discipline, ensuring a safe and supportive school environment.
- Work with students, families, and staff to address behavioral concerns, implement restorative practices, and maintain high expectations for student conduct.
- Provide guidance, coaching, and professional development for teachers and staff.
- Support ongoing teacher growth through observation, feedback, and development of instructional practices that align with the school’s mission and educational goals.
- Partner with the Principal and leadership team to implement the school’s vision and goals, monitor progress, and make data-driven decisions to improve student outcomes.
- Promote a positive, inclusive school culture that supports student well-being, respect, and academic success.
- Lead initiatives that foster community engagement, student leadership, and a strong sense of belonging for all students.
- Provide support to teachers in the planning and delivery of high-quality, standards-aligned instruction.
- Assist in the analysis of student performance data to identify strengths and areas for improvement in instruction and learning outcomes.
- Work with families and the broader community to build strong partnerships that support student success.
- Facilitate regular communication between the school and families to keep them informed of student progress, school events, and important updates.
- School District U-46- Elgin, Illinois
College and Career Supervisor
Milwaukee Public Schools, Central Office
07.2015 - 07.2016
- Company Overview: Milwaukee Public Schools- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Managed and implemented day-to-day activities to promote college access.
- Cultivated new and maintained community partnerships.
- Strategized and conducted a variety of workshops, training classes, and outreach activities.
- Supervised over 15 staff members.
- Organized all grant expectations and provided tangible data, including reflective summary outcomes.
- Evaluated staff performance and implemented plans for improvement, as appropriate.
- Managed the GEARUP Grant initiative.
- Milwaukee Public Schools- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
RTI/PBIS District Supervisor
Milwaukee Public Schools, Central Office
09.2011 - 06.2015
- Company Overview: Milwaukee Public Schools – Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Managed staff of 10 with school and climate responsibilities.
- Managed contracts with vendors.
- Worked with stakeholders to ensure the fidelity of RtI/PBIS.
- Lead and conduct Professional Development for the district.
- Held bi-weekly meeting with the team.
- Worked closely with the Director of College and Career Readiness.
- Provided ongoing information about building RtI/PBIS goals and activities to key school groups (e.g. district organizations, district administration, parent organizations, student organizations).
- Actively engaged over 141 schools during presentations, yearly.
- Implemented the Train the Trainer model with PBIS at the school level.
- Collaborated with outside agencies on RTI/PBIS.
- Trained, evaluated, and provided feedback to staff.
- Milwaukee Public Schools – Milwaukee, Wisconsin
RTI/PBIS External District-Wide Coach
Milwaukee Public Schools
08.2009 - 09.2011
- Company Overview: Milwaukee Public Schools - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Provided support/training for all staff in building.
- Counseled and supported teachers who are not implementing SW-PBIS.
- Supported the establishment of a system to provide tangible, specific positive feedback to students.
- Milwaukee Public Schools - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Social Studies and Science Teacher
Samuel Morse Middle School for the Gifted and Talented
06.2006 - 08.2009
- Company Overview: Milwaukee Public Schools - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Planned and implemented academic lessons.
- Created, implemented, and maintained records for students.
- Created and executed lesson plans.
- Ensured a safe and effective teaching and learning environment.
- Communicated with parents, teachers, students, and community members.
- Served as a buddy teacher for newly assigned teachers.
- Served as acting administrator in the absence of the assistant principal.
- Participated in the first cohort of district teachers implementing lesson plans online.
- Developed lessons on the social development of African American females in grades five through eight.
- Milwaukee Public Schools - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Social Studies and Science Teacher
Edison Middle School
08.2000 - 06.2006
- Company Overview: Milwaukee Public Schools - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Planned and implemented academic lessons.
- Created, implemented, and maintained records for students.
- Created and executed lesson plans.
- Ensured a safe and effective teaching and learning environment.
- Communicated with parents, teachers, students, and community members.
- Served as a buddy teacher for newly assigned teachers.
- Served as acting administrator in the absence of the assistant principal.
- Participated in the first cohort of district teachers implementing lesson plans online.
- Developed lessons on the social development of African American females in grades five through eight.
- Milwaukee Public Schools - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Social Studies and Science Teacher
Burroughs Middle School
08.1999 - 06.2000
- Company Overview: Milwaukee Public Schools - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Planned and implemented academic lessons.
- Created, implemented, and maintained records for students.
- Created and executed lesson plans.
- Ensured a safe and effective teaching and learning environment.
- Communicated with parents, teachers, students, and community members.
- Served as a buddy teacher for newly assigned teachers.
- Served as acting administrator in the absence of the assistant principal.
- Participated in the first cohort of district teachers implementing lesson plans online.
- Developed lessons on the social development of African American females in grades five through eight.
- Milwaukee Public Schools - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Education
Master of Science Degree - Administrative Leadership (K-12)
Concordia University
Mequon, WisconsinCompton Fellowship Teaching Program - (5-8)
Lakeland College
Sheboygan, WisconsinBachelor of Arts Degree - Communications
University of Wisconsin-Parkside
Kenosha, WisconsinSkills
School safety
Student engagement
Instructional leadership
Collaborative learning
Parent involvement
Student achievement
Strategic leadership
Organizational leadership
Relationship building and networking
Community engagement
Team building
Staff development
Certification
Principal License, Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12, WI
Affiliations
- AASA- The School Superintendent Association
- National Alliance of Black School Educators
- National Association of Elementary School Principals
- International Reading Association
- University of Wisconsin-Parkside Ethnic Alumni Association
- Metropolitan Milwaukee Alliance of Black School Educators
Professional Committee Participation
- Shared Leadership Council, 2024-Present, Milwaukee Public Schools
- PrinciGals MKE, 2022-Present, City of Milwaukee
- Multicultural Ethnic Parent Association, 2022-Present, Nicolet School District
- Safety/Security Advisory Committee, 2019, Milwaukee Public Schools
- Interview Panels, 2018-Present, Milwaukee Public Schools
Awards
- Wisconsin Association for Talented and Gifted (WATG) Outstanding Administrator Award, 2024
- U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools Award, 2024
- Herb Kohl Educational Foundation Leadership Award, 2023
- Green and Healthy Schools Principal of the Year Award, 2023
- Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Leadership Award, 2023
- Recognized by the Milwaukee Greater Urban League as Principal to Watch, 2022
Community Service
- Nicolet High School Multi-Ethnic Parent Association, Board President
- PrinciGal MKE, Vice President
- Community Baptist Church of Greater Milwaukee, Member
- Greater Milwaukee Urban League, Member
- Nicolet High School PTA, Member
- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, Member
- Read Across America, Participant
- Black Arts MKE, Participant
Professional Development
- The Principal’s Role in Planning for a Successful School Year, 2024
- They Not Like Us: Thoughtful Approaches to Maximize Professional Learning Outcomes, 2024
- Using Data to Drive Student Achievement, 2023
- Black Women in Leadership, 2023
Accomplishments
- Set high-level goals for both students and teachers to encourage both parties to strive for personal best and succeeded in implementing long-term strategy with positive results.
- Improved student [Test type] testing scores to attain district, state, and federal standards.
- Delivered curriculum training opportunities to academic staff resulting in collectively higher-grade point average by [Number]% for the entire school.
- Overhauled ineffective processes and designed behavior modification plan which successfully reduced suspension and detentions by [Number]% and [Number]% respectively.
- Nominated for the Principal of the Year Award for three consecutive years by staff and students.
Timeline
School Principal/Instructional Leader
Hawthorne Elementary School
07.2018 - Current
Assistant Principal
Hilltop Elementary School
07.2016 - 07.2018
College and Career Supervisor
Milwaukee Public Schools, Central Office
07.2015 - 07.2016
RTI/PBIS District Supervisor
Milwaukee Public Schools, Central Office
09.2011 - 06.2015
RTI/PBIS External District-Wide Coach
Milwaukee Public Schools
08.2009 - 09.2011
Social Studies and Science Teacher
Samuel Morse Middle School for the Gifted and Talented
06.2006 - 08.2009
Social Studies and Science Teacher
Edison Middle School
08.2000 - 06.2006
Social Studies and Science Teacher
Burroughs Middle School
08.1999 - 06.2000
Compton Fellowship Teaching Program - (5-8)
Lakeland College
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Communications
University of Wisconsin-Parkside
Master of Science Degree - Administrative Leadership (K-12)
Concordia University