Steven Williams
Pullman,WA
Summary
Forward-thinking and energetic professional experienced in working in educational and client-facing settings. Focused on building connections with students and coworkers to strengthen engagement and reach goals. Knowledgeable about planning projects to diversify instruction, engage students in subject material, and promote continuous skill-building.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher/Family Support Specialist
Community Child Care Center/Head Start/ ECEAP
Pullman, WA
01.2025 - Current
- Develop creative and engaging curriculum tailored to diverse student needs.
- Collaborate with families to establish individualized plans and goals for students.
- Implement behavior management strategies and restorative practices to foster positive environments.
- Collect and analyze data to assess student progress and program effectiveness.
- Identify and provide resources to support struggling families in the community.
- Create portfolios documenting student demographics, and growth over time.
Math Teacher
Moscow School District 281
Moscow, ID
08.2024 - 12.2025
- Conducted parent and guardian meetings to discuss student progress and improvement areas.
- Documented student assignments, attendance, and test scores in online reporting systems.
- Integrated technology into classroom settings to engage students and diversify instruction methods.
- Organized extra help sessions for students requiring additional assistance with math topics.
- Enhanced understanding of math techniques and materials to boost student test scores.
- Adapted teaching methods to support learning among students with varying skill levels.
- Promoted cooperative learning through group projects focused on mathematical concepts.
Long-Term Substitute: Chemistry
Lumen High School (Charter for Student Parents)
Spokane, WA
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Develop engaging, collaborative lessons.
- Collaborate with colleagues in a cross-curricular team.
- Assist teen parents in allocating resources for personal and family well-being, such as internships, scholarships, and state-funded support programs.
Classroom Teacher: Kindergarten/1st Grade Combo
Spokane Public Schools, Stevens Elementary
Spokane, WA
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Differentiate lessons for individual students and grade levels.
- Established a strong classroom community by setting consistent classroom expectations.
- Collaborate effectively with both grade-level teams.
Science Specialist: 3rd-6th Grade
Spokane Public Schools, Garfield Elementary
Spokane, WA
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Develop engaging, collaborative lessons.
- Organize a school-wide STEM event.
- Collaborate with colleagues in a cross-curricular team.
Emergency Substitute
Spokane Public Schools
Spokane, WA
11.2016 - 01.2022
- Effectively organize and manage classrooms, often in levels of high disruption.
- Closely adhere to the provided lesson plans, or create effective plans when none are provided.
Outdoor Instructor, Sales Associate, Manager
Grand Classroom Inc.
Flagstaff, AZ
03.2009 - 07.2016
- Coordinate educational outdoor hiking and camping trips for pre-K through 12th-year students.
- Develop custom itineraries tailored to client preferences.
- Manage all southwest guides, ensuring compliance with company standards.
- Conduct sales calls to identify and pursue potential leads.
- Host presentations for potential clients showcasing trip packages.
- Collaborate with external vendors and educational institutions to design comprehensive trip itineraries.
Education
Master's - Teaching, Elementary Education K-8
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Film and Video
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL05.2009
Skills
- Classroom management and dynamics
- Technology utilization
- Curriculum development and assessment
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Behavioral intervention strategies
- Student assessment techniques
- Individualized planning strategies
- Community resource identification
- Conflict resolution skills
- Creative lesson planning techniques
- Standards adherence
- Written communication skills
- Effective listening abilities
- Feedback and evaluation processes
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Teacher/Family Support Specialist
Community Child Care Center/Head Start/ ECEAP
01.2025 - Current
Math Teacher
Moscow School District 281
08.2024 - 12.2025
Long-Term Substitute: Chemistry
Lumen High School (Charter for Student Parents)
03.2022 - 06.2022
Classroom Teacher: Kindergarten/1st Grade Combo
Spokane Public Schools, Stevens Elementary
08.2019 - 08.2020
Science Specialist: 3rd-6th Grade
Spokane Public Schools, Garfield Elementary
08.2018 - 08.2019
Emergency Substitute
Spokane Public Schools
11.2016 - 01.2022
Outdoor Instructor, Sales Associate, Manager
Grand Classroom Inc.
03.2009 - 07.2016
Master's - Teaching, Elementary Education K-8
Eastern Washington University
Bachelor of Arts - Film and Video
Columbia College Chicago
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