Dwayne Willis, M.Ed.

Math Teacher at Southwest Dekalb High School
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Experience

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Math Teacher
      • Jul 2022 - Present

      - Instruct and mentor 76 students ranging from 9th – 12th grade (2 Analytic classes/ 1 Coordinate) - Create 2 separate lesson plans to challenge my students - Use middle school resources to close learning gap of information that may have been lost during the pandemic. - Instruct and mentor 76 students ranging from 9th – 12th grade (2 Analytic classes/ 1 Coordinate) - Create 2 separate lesson plans to challenge my students - Use middle school resources to close learning gap of information that may have been lost during the pandemic.

    • United States
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Mathematics Teacher
      • Jun 2019 - May 2022

      Math Teacher/ Connections - Instruct and mentor 150 students ranging from 6th-8th grade.- Create 3 separate lesson plans to challenge my students and assist with their deficiencies- Maintain consistent communication with parents about their child’s strengths and challenges- Create active engaging lesson plans weekly for students to grasp the material using real life situations and experiences- Use relevant resources from high school to prepare 8th grade students for the rigid that they will encounter in their freshman year. - Joined the Math Connections team to help peers combat student’s failure rate on the Georgia Milestone.Coaching Experience- 2019- 2020 School Year- 1st year serving as the Head Football Coach- 4-2 record after the team went 0-6 the prior year, Lost first round of the playoffs to the eventual Dekalb Champions, Had 6 players selected to the Dekalb All Star Game (3 selected to the North vs South Middle School Game- QB, RB, and WR).- 2020- 2021 School Year- served as Assistant Linebacker Coach at Martin Luther King High School under Coach Lamar after Middle School season was cancelled, 3-6 season, 4th seed in Region 5AAAAA, Loss to Clarke Central 1st Round of Playoffs

    • Libraries
    • 300 - 400 Employee
    • Math Teacher
      • Sep 2017 - May 2019

      Math Teacher - Instructed and mentored 72 Freshman Coordinate Algebra students.- (2017-2018) School Year) Maintained disciplined, structured classroom setting while instructing 3 Senior Pre-Calculus classes containing 20 students each.- Assess and evaluate over 90 students' progress throughout the school year while collaborating with my peers to create similar lesson plans.- Create weekly lesson plans in compliance with Dekalb County standards and based on the needs/engagement levels of my students.- Provide and create informative presentations, online assistance, and educational resources to help in understanding the subject matter.- Meet with parents to ensure student success and remediation for students in need.Coaching Experience- 2018- 2019 School Year- Head Varsity Golf Coach, Interim Varsity Girls Basketball Coach/ Head J.V. Girls Basketball Coach, Assistant Varsity Football Coach Defensive Line-/ Head J.V. Football Coach- (Defensive Coordinator).- 2017-2018 School Year- Head Varsity Golf Coach- 2 participating Regional Players (1st Regional Players for the school in 5 years)/ 2 players (male and female) placing in the Top 25 of the Dekalb All County Tournament.

    • United States
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Executive Director
      • Feb 2012 - Jun 2017

      Manage and mentor staff of 15 with close attention to the Education, Healthy Lifestyles, and Character and Leadership Directors. Ensured safety and quality programming is always present for approximately 220 members daily. Govern and report on club grants including the Office of Juvenile Justice Anti-Gang Mentorship, Altria More Members More Often, US Soccer, and PGA Golf Grants to name a few. Ensure club grounds are clean, safe, and up to code for club members and staff. Submit all facilities and vehicle maintenance forms for approval and communicate with proper organizations for repairs. Managed all club financial records, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Club Budgets, and Visa Card Purchases. Audit membership records, club facilities and ETO information monthly to guarantee quality recordkeeping and facility upkeep. Promote and maintain positive relationships with community partner, organizations, and schools while establishing new relationships for additional club support. Proficient and effective knowledge of QUIPS process, outcome assessment strategies, and club scheduling. Deliver club reports and updates to Fulton County Board.

    • Program Director
      • Mar 2011 - Feb 2012

      Managed and mentored staff of 22 providing guidance, support & direction in the youth development field. Ensured safety and quality programming is always present for over 250 members daily. Governed and reported on large grants, including the Office of Justice Program Mentorship Grant. Developed Club partnerships with outside businesses and non-profits designed to provide quality programs for our youth. Ensured quality customer service was provided to Boys & Girls Club members and their families. Interfaced and exchanged ideas with community leaders and board members during club tours and events. Stand in as acting Executive Director when the Senior Executive Directors is away from the Club. Ensure that all BGCMA policies and standards are followed. Served as Interim Executive Director of the A.R. Gus Barksdale Boys and Girls Club from October 2011- December 2011.

    • Program Director
      • Oct 2009 - Mar 2011

      Managed and mentored staff of 7 at a non-traditional Boys & Girls Club based out of 2 apartment complexes. Maintained Club’s financial transactions and deposits. Governed and reported on 6 grants including Cobb County Development Block Grant, Weed & Seed Anti-Gang grant and Goizueta Foudation grant. Collaborated with various community partners on the Weed and Seed Committee to improve conditions and provide opportunities for the youth and their families in the Weed & Seed neighborhood. Interface with the Cobb County board of directors, providing discussions on club accomplishments and needs.

Education

  • Grand Canyon University
    Masters in Secondary Education with Certification, Mathematics
    2017 - 2020
  • Kennesaw State University
    Bachelors in Education, Mathematics
    2004 - 2007
  • Georgia Southern University
    Bachelors in Business Administration, Accounting
    1997 - 2002

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