Dawn Williams Weaver
Bossier City
Summary
Accomplished Educational Leader with expertise in Dyslexia Support, Curriculum Design, and Executive Functioning strategies. Proven ability to enhance student engagement through innovative teaching methodologies and targeted intervention planning. Recognized for fostering inclusive educational environments and mentoring staff, leading to measurable improvements in academic performance.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Children's Director- Elementary
First Baptist Church of Bossier
05.2023 - 08.2025
- Enhanced children's learning experiences by developing engaging curriculum programs.
- Addressed parent concerns promptly, improving communication with staff and parents.
- Increased youth activity participation through effective volunteer recruitment and training.
- Organized family engagement events, fostering community involvement and support.
- Ensured safety during activities by collaborating with staff on safety protocols.
- Supervised daily operations, creating a welcoming environment for families.
Assistant Director
A Kid's Choice Educational Services
09.2014 - 05.2023
- Enhanced educational offerings by leading innovative curriculum development initiatives.
- Trained staff in effective classroom management and engagement strategies.
- Established community partnerships to support students and their families.
- Streamlined administrative processes, improving operational efficiency and reducing response times.
- Facilitated workshops on effective teaching methodologies to empower staff.
- Collaborated with students and teachers in private school settings for coursework and grading.
Elementary School Teacher
Bossier Parish School Board
08.1993 - 08.2013
- Fostered positive learning environments through effective classroom management strategies.
- Enhanced student engagement by designing tailored lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
- Promoted collaboration with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects to boost student involvement.
- Integrated technology into lessons, creating interactive and engaging learning experiences.
- Led professional development workshops, focusing on innovative teaching strategies to enhance skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA08-1993
Skills
- Executive functioning support
- Dyslexia Therapist
- Dyslexia intervention
- One-on-one sessions
- Intervention planning
- Instructional adaptation
- Progress monitoring
- Multisensory teaching
- Reading comprehension strategies
- Auditory processing techniques
- Sensory processing support
- Writing skill development
- Curriculum design
Certification
- Wilson Reading Training - completed August 2014
- Louisiana Certified Elementary Teacher (retired 2013)
- Dyslexia Therapist
Timeline
Children's Director- Elementary
First Baptist Church of Bossier
05.2023 - 08.2025
Assistant Director
A Kid's Choice Educational Services
09.2014 - 05.2023
Elementary School Teacher
Bossier Parish School Board
08.1993 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Louisiana Tech University