William SCOTT Pitts
St Clair Shores
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Chippewa Valley Schools, excelling in strategic planning and team management. Cultivated high-performing teams through mentorship and effective communication, enhancing employee engagement and retention. Demonstrated expertise in budget management and regulatory compliance, driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of State and Fedeeral Grants
Chippewa Valley Schools
07.2004 - 06.2019
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
Elementary School Teacher
Chippewa Valley Schools
09.1975 - 06.2001
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Education
Ed Specialist in Workshop Way* Instructional Prgm - Education
Xavier University of Louisiana
New Orleans, LA07-1986
Education Specialist/Doctoral Candidate - Elementary Education
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI08-1983
Master of Arts - Diagnosis And Remediation in Reading Development
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI08-1978
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- People management
- Operations management
- Project management
- Team management
- Creativity and innovation
- Strategies and goals
- Employee development
- Staff management
- Organizational development
- Budget control
- Budget management
- Staff development
- Issues resolution
- Program management
- Hiring and retention
- Financial reporting
- Rules and regulations
- Charismatic leader
- Financial management
- Legal and regulatory compliance
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Regulatory compliance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective leader
- Customer service
Timeline
Director of State and Fedeeral Grants
Chippewa Valley Schools
07.2004 - 06.2019
Elementary School Teacher
Chippewa Valley Schools
09.1975 - 06.2001
Ed Specialist in Workshop Way* Instructional Prgm - Education
Xavier University of Louisiana
Education Specialist/Doctoral Candidate - Elementary Education
Wayne State University
Master of Arts - Diagnosis And Remediation in Reading Development
Eastern Michigan University
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