Vernon Weathers
Baltimore,Maryland
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
DEIB Coordinator
Aidan Montessori School
Washington, DC
06.2024 - Current
- Collaborated in developing and implementing curriculum tailored for diverse learning needs.
- Coordinated school events and activities to strengthen community engagement.
- Managed communication between parents, teachers, and administration effectively.
- Led training sessions for new staff on operational procedures to ensure smooth onboarding.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Guided employees in handling difficult or complex problems.
- Facilitated communication between different departments in order to resolve issues quickly.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to promote a positive environment.
- Coordinated daily activities and schedules for classroom teachers and students.
- Supported the enrollment process by maintaining accurate student records.
Lower Elementary Montessori Teacher
Aidan Montessori School
Washington, DC
08.2016 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Created a nurturing classroom environment promoting independence and collaboration.
- Facilitated hands-on activities encouraging curiosity and exploration.
- Assessed student progress using Montessori methods and observational techniques.
- Guided students in conflict resolution and social-emotional skills development.
- Implemented classroom routines fostering responsibility and community engagement.
- Created an environment that fostered independence, critical thinking, and problem solving.
- Fostered a positive classroom climate conducive to learning by encouraging respect for self and others.
- Collaborated with co-teachers to foster a nurturing learning environment, enhancing student engagement and well-being.
- These include supporting my co-teachers in conducting and assessing reading groups, operation of the classroom in the absence of Lead Guide, participating in regular overall student evaluation processes, including observations, feedback conferences, self-evaluations and goal setting.
- I plan and participate in parent education activities, celebrate successes and collaborate with colleagues to problem-solve challenges.
- Collaborated with local organizations to enhance community involvement in nature programs.
- Partnered with parents to tailor support strategies for individual learning needs, promoting student growth and success.
Education Coordinator APG, Training Support
Envision EMI
Vienna, Virginia
05.2012 - 08.2022
- In this position, I have developed and coordinated the training curriculum.
- Managed nationwide staff of 8-12, overseeing travel logistics to effectively present training and development programs.
- These conferences have been held in all areas of the country and with individuals that represent the diversity in the United States.
- Coordinated and facilitated communication with parents regarding program presentations, intergovernmental interactions, housing sites, conference facilities, student safety and security, travel, accommodations, and site logistical support.
- Envision EMI is a company that promotes career development and leadership through intensive, multidisciplinary conferences to build life skills and career readiness from grades 1 through 12.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Facilitated training sessions that improved staff knowledge and skills, directly contributing to enhanced program delivery.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify educational needs and resources.
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for workshops and events.
- Assessed program effectiveness through participant feedback and surveys.
- Reviewed feedback from stakeholders such as parents, administrators, teachers, to improve overall program delivery.
- Communicated regularly with leadership team regarding updates on current projects or initiatives within the department.
- Instructed participants on the use of technology related to educational programs.
- Provided technical assistance to faculty members who were having difficulty utilizing online tools associated with their courses.
- Collaborated with instructors to identify areas where improvements could be made in existing course materials or curriculum design.
- Monitored student progress throughout the course duration and identified areas of improvement needed for individual learners.
- Coached teachers to improve instructional practices through professional development, modeling instructional strategies and feedback.
- Delivered training to staff and instructors on curriculum, documentation and instructional techniques.
- Observed teachers to assist with planning and classroom instruction methodologies.
- Delivered system-wide orientation, training and support programs for new teachers.
- Collaborated with supervisors to examine effectiveness of program and instruction.
Assistant Guide
Baltimore Montessori Public Charter School
Baltimore, Maryland
08.2011 - 01.2016
- I serve as an Assistant Guide of a fourth/fifth/sixth grade level (called Upper Elementary/Adolescent Community), highly diverse class of students.
- These include supporting the Lead Guide in conducting and assessing reading groups, operation of the classroom in the absence of Lead Guide, participating in regular overall student evaluation processes, including observations, feedback conferences, self evaluations and goal setting.
- Founded No Bully afterschool club, equipping sixth graders with skills and support for a successful transition to middle school.
- I organized school-wide activities to honor Earth Day and the International Day of Peace.
- This included working with students to identify appropriate, relevant and timely activities to commemorate these days, and coordinating all logistical and program-specific details (including arts and crafts, parades, special reports and other student projects).
- Directed the Montessori Model United Nations as Coordinator, managing initiatives and student participation.
- In this role, I develop the strategic plan and implement an enrichment opportunity for the students whereby they are able to serve as 'delegates' to the Headquarters of the United Nations in New York.
- This is an annual conference which brings together thousands of students from all over the world for dialogue about pressing issues of global importance, such as clean water, sanitation and education, especially as relates to developing countries in Africa.
- I have served as lead facilitator and speaker on behalf of the students under my supervision.
- I also serve as an advocate for the school in the wider community, and prepared and gave testimony before the Baltimore School Board on the successes in our school.
- Presented at Annual AMS Conference in Denver on 'Peace Education', enhancing professional development through additional training on Montessori methods at Washington Montessori Institute.
Lead Tutor
Center of Movement Educational Support Services
Baltimore, Maryland
06.2009 - 06.2012
- Led tutoring sessions at the Center, providing supplementary and remedial coursework to strengthen students' skills in language arts and mathematics.
- I conducted individual tutoring and group sessions using approved curriculum programs authorized by the Baltimore School System.
- Supported and implemented educational programs for students in grades four through eight to facilitate learning.
- Developed effective programs to enhance educational capacity for elementary and middle school children.
- Directed center operations during absences, coordinated employee schedules, and assisted adults pursuing a General Education Diploma.
Assistant Manager
Aldo Shoes
Baltimore, Maryland
06.2006 - 06.2009
- Served as Assistant Manager of Aldo Shoes.
- Exceeded performance standards by 67%, served as acting store manager, and evaluated areas for store improvement.
- Managed supervisory functions, enhancing inventory management, store displays, and financial performance.
- Supervised a team of six employees at Aldo Shoes.
- Led team in establishing and coordinating opening of new store in Williamsburg, Virginia.
- Aldo Shoes is a high-end retail establishment specializing in leather products, including a vast array of shoes.
Education
Domestic and International Assistant Guide Certification -
Washington Montessori Institute at Loyola University
Baltimore, Maryland12.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Morgan State University
Baltimore, Maryland12-2011
High School -
Orange High School
Orange, New Jersey06.2006
Skills
- Community engagement
- Curriculum development
- Training facilitation
- Event coordination
- Performance evaluation
- Customer service
- Staff management
- Curriculum design
- Employee Evaluation
- Training delivery
- Event management
- Team collaboration
- Community outreach
- Leadership training
- Conflict resolution
- Adaptability skills
Hobbies and Interests
- Travel
- Sports
- Religious Studies
Certification
American Montessori Society-Anti-Bias, Anti-Racist Certificate Program
Affiliations
Montessori Model United Nations
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
DEIB Coordinator
Aidan Montessori School
06.2024 - Current
Lower Elementary Montessori Teacher
Aidan Montessori School
08.2016 - Current
Education Coordinator APG, Training Support
Envision EMI
05.2012 - 08.2022
Assistant Guide
Baltimore Montessori Public Charter School
08.2011 - 01.2016
Lead Tutor
Center of Movement Educational Support Services
06.2009 - 06.2012
Assistant Manager
Aldo Shoes
06.2006 - 06.2009
Domestic and International Assistant Guide Certification -
Washington Montessori Institute at Loyola University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Morgan State University
High School -
Orange High School