William S Turner
Stafford
Summary
Transformational educational leader with 17+ years of administrative experience driving academic excellence across diverse school settings. Expert in data-driven intervention models and restorative practices that produce measurable results in reducing suspensions and accelerating academic growth. Proven ability to build high-performing teams, secure grant funding, and create equitable learning environments for at-risk populations. Currently leveraging instructional expertise while maintaining strategic leadership competencies in curriculum development and behavioral intervention systems.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher, Math
Stafford Couty Public Schools
Stafford, VA
08.2025 - Current
- Implement data-driven instructional strategies and differentiated learning approaches to address diverse student needs and learning gaps in mathematics
- Collaborate with department colleagues to analyze student assessment data and develop targeted interventions for students performing below grade level
- Utilize backwards design and standards-based assessment planning to align curriculum with Virginia SOL standards and ensure measurable student growth
- Foster positive classroom culture through restorative practices and trauma-informed teaching strategies that minimize behavioral disruptions and maximize instructional time
Assistant Principal
Charleston County School District
Charleston, SC
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Developed recommendations to tackle inequities in disciplinary actions across CCSD as a member of the disproportionality committee.
- Implemented restorative practices to reduce the occurrence of disproportionate discipline at Moultrie Middle School.
- Led the implementation of classroom intervention strategies to address behavioral issues before students entered the MTSS process.
- Increased safety and security at Simmons-Pinckney MS by installing call bells throughout the classrooms.
- Enhanced school operations by refining evacuation, arrival, and dismissal procedures.
- Improved communication with teachers by implementing a daily bulletin system.
Principal - Summer School
Prince William County Public Schools
Manassas, VA
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Recruited and managed countywide summer school staff for over 300 students.
- Led an academic team with an 80% summer school graduation rate.
- Received over 80% on the school culture and climate satisfaction survey.
Assistant Principal
Prince William County Public Schools
Manassas, VA
01.2017 - 2023
- Addressed the gap in academic achievement by creating the CLT titled ‘Building Better CLTs’ tasked with developing procedures for teams to analyze student data, experiment with instructional changes, and track the effects.
- Aided in creating a schoolwide continuous improvement plan.
- Implemented quarterly data meetings for math and English CLTs to facilitate the transition to standards-based grading and backward assessment planning.
- Developed an intervention plan with the Geometry Collaborative Learning Team (CLT) to assist seniors in passing the Geometry SOL.
- Improved compliance with SPED regulations by conducting file reviews led by experienced case managers.
- Developed and implemented a team lead model for high-performing and experienced SPED teachers to foster leadership growth within the building.
- Implemented a modified Check & Connect model for SPED case management to provide early intervention for all incoming freshmen and seniors at risk of not graduating on time.
- Developed criteria for course recommendations in Math to support remediation sections for students who did not pass the Algebra I SOL.
Assistant Principal
District of Columbia Public Schools
Washington, DC
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Decreased suspension rate by 13% during the 2014-15 school year.
- Led professional development sessions on using call and response techniques in classroom management, implementing gradual release strategies in instruction, and employing blended learning as a tool for behavior management and academic intervention.
- Implemented community service and in-school detention during electives as alternatives to exclusionary discipline.
- Conducted routine informal and formal observations to enhance teacher proficiency in blended learning, differentiation, and kinesthetic learning activities.
- Collaborated with teachers to create individualized professional development goals.
Adjunct Professor
Wright State University
Dayton, OH
01.2014 - 01.2014
- Designed and delivered professional development courses on “Differentiation of Instruction for Difficult and At-Risk Students” and “Dealing with Difficult and Rebellious Students.”
- Received positive feedback from 100% of students.
President/Founder
MST Education Management
Dayton, OH
01.2006 - 01.2014
- Consulted with clients about establishing a school as a legal entity and developing a school board and governance structure.
- Developed curricula for schools targeting at-risk and dropout student populations.
- Designed a progressive student code of conduct and a school-wide behavior plan.
- Created startup and operating budgets for the school.
- Collaborated with school leadership to identify and create professional development opportunities for staff.
- Fostered growth in the leadership capacity of school leaders.
Principal
Webster Street Academy and Family Center
Dayton, OH
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Created the WSA Medicaid transportation initiative to boost school attendance and generate additional Medicaid revenue.
- Fostered and strengthened community partnerships with over 22 local public school systems, charter schools, juvenile courts, and other relevant agencies.
- Made programmatic and staffing adjustments that transformed a program losing $30,000 per month into one earning $3,000 per month.
- Implemented a blended teaching model for students over 4 years behind in reading and math skills, effectively doubling the credits earned during the academic year.
- Raised 10th-grade Lexile scores by two grade levels.
- Launched attendance initiatives that helped the organization surpass profit goals.
Assistant Principal & Teacher/Title I Math
Life Skills Center of Dayton
Dayton, OH
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Increased year-to-date attendance by 5% by establishing effective communication with adult students and guardians.
- Co-writer of the school-wide Title I grant.
- Designed a Title I math curriculum using a project-based learning model.
- Developed an alternative monthly progress report format aimed at enhancing teacher-guardian communication.
- Created and implemented a master schedule for over 400 dropout recovery students, allowing them to attend school at three different times throughout the day.
- Led professional development sessions on using student contracts to address self-defeating behaviors in the classroom.
Teacher-Leader
Dayton Public Schools
Dayton, OH
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Co-authored HP cross-curricular technology grant.
- Designed an after-school intervention for OPT/OGT math students.
- Led instructional meetings for the McLin Leadership Academy, a small learning community.
- Conducted informal peer observations to support first-year teachers.
- Co-chaired the Meadowdale small school design committee.
Education
Ph.D. - Education
Capella University
Minneapolis, MinnesotaM. Ed. - Educational Leadership
McGregor-Antioch University
Yellow Springs, OHB.S. - Mathematics
Central State University
Wilberforce, OhioSkills
- Educational leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Budget administration
- Faculty training and development
- Employee performance evaluations
- Community engagement
- Policy and procedure development
- Legal compliance
- School safety
- Crisis management
- Special education
- Student engagement
- Student achievement
- Inclusive practices
- Data-driven instruction
- Conflict Resolution
Accomplishments
- Developed an educational intervention model that resulted in an average of two years of academic growth in math and reading.
- Maintained an average student attendance rate of 75% for an at-risk and dropout population.
- Implemented a school-wide behavioral program that decreased the student suspension rate by 60%.
- Led a team of social workers, counselors, and therapists in planning and implementing behavioral interventions, resulting in 30% fewer suspensions for students who had been suspended four or more times the previous year.
- Increased the passage rate on Standards of Learning (SOL) end-of-year exams by 5% for EL learners and students with disabilities.
- Successfully obtained over $75,000 in grants from local nonprofits for instructional materials.
- Served as the lead presenter at the E-tech Ohio conference workshop on using technology in math instruction for dropout recovery students.
Affiliations
- Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD)
- National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP)
- National Association of Black School Educators (NABSE)
Certification
- South Carolina - Leadership-Professional: School Principal Elementary and Secondary, Tier 1 2023-2028 Teaching Professional Mathematics
- Virginia - Postgraduate Professional License Administration and Supervision preK-12 and Mathematics 2021-2031
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
Graduate, Parity's 2012-13 Black Leadership Development Program, Eastway 2011 Star Employee Award, Nominee, 2010 Top 10 Black Men of Dayton.
Timeline
Teacher, Math
Stafford Couty Public Schools
08.2025 - Current
Assistant Principal
Charleston County School District
01.2023 - 01.2024
Principal - Summer School
Prince William County Public Schools
01.2023 - 01.2023
Assistant Principal
Prince William County Public Schools
01.2017 - 2023
Assistant Principal
District of Columbia Public Schools
01.2014 - 01.2016
Adjunct Professor
Wright State University
01.2014 - 01.2014
Principal
Webster Street Academy and Family Center
01.2008 - 01.2013
President/Founder
MST Education Management
01.2006 - 01.2014
Assistant Principal & Teacher/Title I Math
Life Skills Center of Dayton
01.2006 - 01.2008
Teacher-Leader
Dayton Public Schools
01.2001 - 01.2005
Ph.D. - Education
Capella University
M. Ed. - Educational Leadership
McGregor-Antioch University
B.S. - Mathematics
Central State University