Relationship-driven Dean of Students focused on maximizing student learning by developing positive student culture and structured, supportive environments. Excellent disciplinarian with compassionate, analytical approach to addressing and solving behavior issues. Skilled in overseeing daily activities and planning special events.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean of Students
Emerson Academy Of Dayton
05.2022 - Current
Backed up instructors in handling disruptive students and implemented fair protocols to resolve situations.
Organized individualized behavior improvement plans for students struggling with compliance.
Developed strategies to improve student behavior school-wide and help teachers better manage classroom environments.
Established and enforced clear school-wide disciplinary procedures to protect students and staff.
Helped teachers develop and diversify instruction to better serve students of different skill levels and backgrounds.
Partnered with senior administration to create cohesive vision, balancing structure and creative expression to drive productive student learning.
Managed assemblies to recognize student achievement.
Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities.
Servant Leader Intern
Children's Defense Fund Freedom Schools
05.2014 - Current
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Tutor/ Mentor
Chesapeake Learning Center
08.2010 - 08.2011
Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
Created tailored lesson plans and study guides to teach and assist students in area of study.
Met with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
Led tutoring workshops for groups of students with related tutoring needs.
Created personalized lesson plans to meet needs of diverse learners.
Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas.
Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
Conducted group tutoring sessions to help students engage active learning and critical thinking skills.