WILLIAM D. SPANN
Grand Prairie,TX
Summary
Innovative Principal with expertise in implementing school initiatives that enhance student achievement. Skilled in developing solutions to challenges while fostering positive relationships among staff, students, and the community. Dedicated to cultivating an inclusive educational environment that inspires motivation and growth.
Experienced with hands-on training and practical application in various tasks. Utilizes technical skills and adaptability to handle changing needs. Strong understanding of teamwork and problem-solving to ensure effective results.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Apprentice
Houston Independent School Distict
07.2026 - Current
- Lead instructional initiatives aligned with curriculum standards and student achievement goals.
- Coordinates school operations, ensuring compliance with policies, safety procedures, and maximizing academic outcomes.
- Supervise staff performance, coaching educators to strengthen classroom practices, create a high performance culture, and provide high quality instruction.
- Analyze assessment data to guide interventions, scheduling, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Manage parent and community communication, resolving concerns and strengthening stakeholder relationships.
- Develop professional learning plans that improve instructional quality and team collaboration.
- Implemented behavior and attendance strategies that promoted safe, orderly learning environments.
- Perform classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Improve student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
- Developed relationships with stakeholders that fostered trust, collaboration, and commitment to shared goals.
- Enhanced safety protocols to create a secure and welcoming school environment for students and staff.
Assistant Principal
Fort Worth ISD
07.2023 - 06.2026
- Lead data-driven instruction initiatives and oversee staff development, fostering an inclusive and collaborative school environment.
- Coordinate staffing, master scheduling, and operational functions to support school-wide academic and behavioral success.
- Facilitated ARD and RTI meetings to implement timely interventions and supports for diverse learners.
- Coordinated staffing, master scheduling, and operational functions to enhance school-wide academic and behavioral success.
- Manage the campus' participation in academic achievement programs, ensuring high levels of student performance and engagement.
- Managed campus participation in academic achievement programs to promote high levels of student performance and engagement.
- Management of the department budget and allocation of departmental resources.
- Facilitated GED and HSE education programs to support adult learners Curriculum aligned with Texas Workforce Solutions.
- Adult Education -GED through HSE Curriculum aligned with Texas Workforce Solutions.
MYP Academic Dean-Assistant Principal
Uplift Education
Fort Worth, TX
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Supervised 47 staff members and 280 students, ensuring effective support for special education, Section 504, ESL, and academic programming.
- Led staff development initiatives, ensuring alignment with school-wide goals for student achievement and equity.
- Managed campus budget and allocated resources to enhance instructional effectiveness and support student learning.
- Managed the campus budget and oversaw resource allocation to maximize instructional effectiveness.
- Supervised 47 staff members and 280 students, providing oversight for special education, Section 504, ESL, and general academic programming.
- Directed Social Emotional Learning programs and implemented restorative practices, improving school climate and student well-being.
Special Education K-12 Coordinator
Uplift Education
12.2018 - 06.2021
- Managed special education program for EC-12 campus, supporting 16 staff members and enhancing educational experiences for 142 special education students.
- Facilitated ARD meetings and ensured 100% compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.
- Developed and implemented master schedules that addressed diverse student needs, optimizing resource allocation and instructional time.
- Oversaw special education budget, ensuring effective resource allocation to enhance student outcomes and program sustainability.
District Administrator
International Leadership of Texas
Richardson, TX
08.2017 - 12.2018
- Coached academic and behavioral practices across 20 campuses, enhancing instructional strategies and behavioral interventions.
- Facilitated functional behavior assessments while overseeing RTI and social-emotional programs district-wide.
- Implemented restorative practices and social-emotional learning initiatives to foster a supportive educational environment.
Special Education Teacher
T.G. Terry Elementary
Dallas, TX
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Integrated technology into lessons to improve engagement and support diverse learning needs.
- Reviewed IEP with student's parents, school administrators and student's general education teachers.
- Designed and implemented behavior management plans for students with at-risk behaviors.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators, and general education teachers to ensure alignment and effective implementation of IEP goals.
Behavior Adjustment Teacher
Boude Storey Middle School
Dallas, TX
08.2014 - 06.2016
- Led the development of the first Restorative Behavior Unit at Boude Storey Middle School, significantly improving student behavior and engagement.
- Chaired the department and coached the 8th-grade step team and baseball team.
- Created and sustained classroom environment that promoted learning and supported social and emotional development of students.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student's academic progress and behavioral growth, enhancing family engagement in education.
- Served as the department chair and coached the 8th-grade step team and baseball team.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD
Farmers Branch, TX
08.2012 - 06.2014
- Facilitated delivery of self-contained and inclusion services, enhancing learning experiences for students with special needs.
- Assisted in the delivery of self-contained and inclusion services, working directly with students with special needs.
- Facilitated hygiene and grooming routines to enhance student dignity and well-being.
- Maintained accurate documentation of student progress and care activities, ensuring comprehensive and reliable recordkeeping.
Education
PhD - Leadership Studies
Dallas Baptist University
12-2027
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
Dallas Baptist University
12-2018
Master of Education - Special Education
Dallas Baptist University
08-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Tougaloo College
Jackson, MS01-2011
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Operations Management
- Master Scheduling
- Budget Management
- PLC facilitation
- Data Meeting Facilitation
- Staff Hiring and Retention
- MTSS Facilitator
- 504 / Special Education
- Professional Development
- On the Spot Coaching
- Verbal and written communication
- Team building
- Educational technology
- Student and parent relations
- Performance evaluations
- Conflict resolution
Certification
Texas Principal Certification (068), Texas Special Education EC-12 Certification, Texas Educational Leadership Certification (Principal), Texas General Lines Life, Health & Accident Insurance License
Personal Information
Title: EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP/ CONSULTANT
Timeline
Principal Apprentice
Houston Independent School Distict
07.2026 - Current
Assistant Principal
Fort Worth ISD
07.2023 - 06.2026
MYP Academic Dean-Assistant Principal
Uplift Education
06.2021 - 07.2023
Special Education K-12 Coordinator
Uplift Education
12.2018 - 06.2021
District Administrator
International Leadership of Texas
08.2017 - 12.2018
Special Education Teacher
T.G. Terry Elementary
08.2016 - 06.2017
Behavior Adjustment Teacher
Boude Storey Middle School
08.2014 - 06.2016
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD
08.2012 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Tougaloo College
Master of Education - Special Education
Dallas Baptist University
Master of Education - Educational Leadership
Dallas Baptist University
PhD - Leadership Studies
Dallas Baptist University