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Kenneth D. Dickerson, Ed.D

Washington, DC ***** 202-***-****

************@*****.*** https://www.2901a87/ linkedin.com/in/dr-kenneth-dickerson- Highly qualified Senior Administrator and Music Educator with more than 30 years of experience teaching secondary courses in a wide range of environments as well as serving in the role of Assistant Principal for 10 years. Devoted to student success through the effective management of faculty and financial resources, as well as the implementation of student-centered practices. Experienced in developing and managing budgets of $6M+ and teams of over 110 employees. Bringing a multi-award winning career as a musical instructor, showcasing a drive to continuously improve and commitment to promoting a multicultural and accepting learning environment. With an ongoing education in counseling and mentoring skills, demonstrating the applications of stress and conflict management techniques into the classroom. Education

Doctorate of Education in Human Resource Development & Organizational Learning

The George Washington University, Washington, DC

Master of Arts, Education Leadership, George Mason University, Fairfax, VA Bachelor of Arts, Music Education, University of the District of Columbia, Washington, DC

Professional Experience

Roosevelt Senior High School, Washington, DC

Instrumental Music Instructor, July 2009 to June 2019 Oversee and manage curriculum development, instructional leadership, and student discipline within the music department. Drive the continuous development, implementation, and evaluation of diversity programs and initiatives to create the best learning opportunities for a diverse student body. Designed and built an award winning music program that won national recognition from organizations across America.

Collaboration Production, Washington, DC

CEO/Director of Music and Entertainment Production, 1978 to Present Recruit new artists and clientele in need of representation, including creating a market brand, managing recording, and/or scheduling touring. Maintain positive, ongoing relationships with current clients.

Wilson Senior High School, Washington DC

Dean of Students/Assistant Principal, 1998 to 2008 Instrumental Music Instructor/ Music Dept. Chair, 1996 to 1999 Managed the instructional leadership, curriculum development, student discipline and the development, implementation, and evaluation of Diversity Special Programs. Served as High School Music Department Chair and provided leadership for music faculty. Fostered communication between personnel and student families to create positive environments for addressing conflict or academic issues. Served as the Peaceable School Representative and Liaison, communicating with parents and staff to discuss educational activities and policies, as well as student’s behavioral of learning problems. Set educational standards and goals while helping establish policies, procedures, and programs to carry them out. Chaired vital meetings overseeing curriculum, safety, site advisory, etc. to guide personnel to best positions, identify and meet district requirements, and streamline efforts.

Drove the evaluation and implementation of quality education practices to enhance excellence, equality and equity for staff and students. Oversaw administrative functions to ensure safe and effective operations while maintaining and enforcing school and district policy. Liaison to the greater community, connecting with members to establish and grow support for the area schools.

Inspired school personnel to greater attendance, continuous learning, and deeper levels of student connection.

Led the Security Team, Attendance Team and In-House Suspension program, implementing a unified response to a wide range of student conduct, and evaluating if students required a punitive or academic model of discipline to successfully participate in the school environment. Directed the Wilson Male Initiative program of over 250 members of a diverse group studying the Sean Covey’s Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens Revitalized a defunct music department and created a blue-ribbon marching band program by partnering with National and International organizations for master class presentations and creating after school private lessons through the Thelonius Monk Institute of Jazz, the Herbie Hancock Institue of Jazz and The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Continuing Education

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate University of South Florida Corporate Training and Professional Education IDI Qualified Administrator, IDI LLC

Superintendent’s Leadership Workshop, Academic Achievement and Leadership Franklin Covey Leadership Institute, The Seven Habits of Highly Effective PeopleTime Management Leadership Workshops

Stanford University, Continuing Studies Program: Multimedia and Curriculum Integration, Technology Integration, and Internet Curriculum Integration Awards

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