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Sheryl Mathews

Commerce

Summary

Accomplished educator with a solid history of achievement in elementary school through college levels. Motivated leader with strong organizational and prioritization abilities. Passionate, organized and motivated, with proven drive and accomplishment in areas of educational administration, supervision, consultation and driving team success for growth, delivering effective solutions and success.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

School Board Member

Detroit Community Schools
Detroit, Mi
09.2018 - Current
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to support educational initiatives and policies.
  • Supported budget discussions by reviewing financial reports and resource allocations.
  • Participated in board meetings to discuss and evaluate school performance metrics.
  • Assisted in the development of strategic plans for school improvement and student success.

Professor

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
08.2010 - 06.2012
  • Designed and implemented innovative course curricula to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Mentored graduate students, providing guidance on research methodologies and professional development opportunities.
  • Delivered lectures and seminars, utilizing advanced pedagogical techniques to facilitate interactive learning environments.
  • Provided students with constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.

Educational Consultant

Pontiac Board of Education
Pontiac, MI
03.2009 - 11.2009

Review and evaluate sites for school closures

Prepare consolidation reports based on identification and comparative evacuation of results

Remove, catalogue and store usable assets

Organize workshops for faculty, students and families affected by changes

Organize and Supervise new opening of schools

Assistant Superintendent of Schools

Detroit Public Schools
Detroit, MI
01.1999 - 06.2008

Responsible for organization and supervision of up to 58 schools

Direct management, professional development, evaluation, etc. of elementary, middle and high school principals

Provide training for advancement of curriculum and academic achievement

Encourage, plan and participate in Parent and Community involvement

School Principal

Detroit Public Schools
Detroit
1988 - 01.1999
  • Led curriculum development initiatives to enhance student engagement and academic performance.
  • Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to improve school operations and student outcomes.
  • Oversaw budget management, ensuring allocation aligned with educational priorities and district objectives.
  • Enhanced teacher effectiveness with comprehensive professional development programs and ongoing support.

Education

Ph.D. - Educational Administration

LaSalle University
Monroe, LA
01-1999

Educational Specialist - Educational Administration And Supervision

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
06-1981

Master of Arts - Guidance And Counseling

Texas Southern University
Houston, TX
06-1975

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Fisk University
Nashville, TN
05-1969

Skills

  • School improvement
  • Workplace ethics
  • Organizational development
  • Educational leadership
  • Legal compliance
  • Academic standards
  • Vision setting
  • Accountability measures

Timeline

School Board Member

Detroit Community Schools
09.2018 - Current

Professor

Michigan State University
08.2010 - 06.2012

Educational Consultant

Pontiac Board of Education
03.2009 - 11.2009

Assistant Superintendent of Schools

Detroit Public Schools
01.1999 - 06.2008

School Principal

Detroit Public Schools
1988 - 01.1999

Ph.D. - Educational Administration

LaSalle University

Educational Specialist - Educational Administration And Supervision

Wayne State University

Master of Arts - Guidance And Counseling

Texas Southern University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Fisk University