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Chinnel Williams

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dynamic instructional leader, former science educator, and culturally responsive curriculum developer with nearly a decade of experience spanning K-8 classrooms, charter networks, and virtual platforms. Adept at designing NGSS-aligned science content, coaching educators, and leading cross-functional teams to produce inquiry-driven learning experiences. Passionate about leveraging immersive technology and real-world problem solving to increase equity in STEM education.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Principal of Instruction

KIPP One Academy - KIPP Chicago
07.2023 - Current
  • - Lead instructional strategy for a 300+ student middle school with a focus on STEM excellence, social-emotional integration, and data-responsive teaching.
  • - Manage and coach a team of 10 teachers, supporting curriculum execution, classroom culture, and student growth.
  • - Collaborate across academic and operational teams to create equitable, culturally relevant academic systems and student experiences.
  • - Develop professional development tied to NGSS, culturally responsive pedagogy, and inclusive instructional practices.

Debate Coach & Curriculum Consultant

Poly Prep Country Day School
03.2018 - Current
  • - Develops advanced debate and critical thinking curricula, trains students in public speaking, and supports literacy through inquiry-led instruction.

Lead Science Teacher

KIPP Chicago
07.2022 - 07.2023
  • - Taught and redesigned NGSS-aligned science curriculum for grades 6-8, incorporating real-world phenomena, labs, and simulations.
  • - Facilitated peer-to-peer learning through student-led experiments and inquiry-based projects.
  • - Integrated digital tools and virtual lab platforms to deepen engagement and accessibility.

Associate Academic & Culture Dean

Achievement First - North Brooklyn Prep
07.2020 - 07.2022
  • - Co-led instructional vision for STEM departments across grades 5-8, improving science proficiency through coaching and curriculum mapping.
  • - Developed culturally affirming classroom systems and family engagement plans that supported behavior and academic data improvements.
  • - Boosted state science exam scores by 20% through targeted data intervention cycles and strategic lesson modeling.

STEM Teacher

Ember Charter School
07.2019 - 07.2020
  • - Designed and delivered interdisciplinary STEM units for grades 5-6 that blended science, tech, and critical thinking challenges.
  • - Implemented trauma-informed, project-based pedagogy rooted in culturally responsive frameworks.

Lead Science Teacher

Uncommon Schools
07.2018 - 06.2019
  • - Developed rigorous, NGSS-integrated middle school science curriculum rooted in lab inquiry, student questioning, and real-world phenomena.
  • - Coached new teachers on instructional best practices and built departmental culture.
  • - Improved Algebra I Regents data by 40% for interdisciplinary students.

Volunteer & Education Coordinator

Neighborhood House
09.2015 - 07.2018
  • Oversaw out-of-school-time programming for youth, led academic and enrichment experiences, and coordinated educational field trips.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Pan-African Studies

University of Louisville
Louisville, KY

Skills

  • NGSS-Aligned Curriculum Development
  • Inquiry-Based & Project-Based Learning
  • Middle School Science Leadership
  • Cross-Team Collaboration
  • Instructional Coaching & Team Development
  • Data-Driven Planning & Analysis
  • Trauma-Informed Instruction
  • Creative Writing & Content Scripting
  • Google Workspace
  • Zoom
  • Canva
  • Notion
  • Edpuzzle
  • Nearpod
  • Slack
  • Trello
  • Asana
  • VR Headset Familiarity

Tech Tools

  • Google Workspace
  • Zoom
  • Canva
  • Notion
  • Edpuzzle
  • Nearpod
  • Slack
  • Trello
  • Asana
  • VR Headset Familiarity (Oculus Quest)

Relevant Highlights

  • Co-designed a network-wide middle school science curriculum
  • Frequent speaker on culturally responsive STEM pedagogy
  • Known for integrating storytelling and project-based learning in science classrooms
  • Adept at translating standards into meaningful, student-centered units

Timeline

Assistant Principal of Instruction

KIPP One Academy - KIPP Chicago
07.2023 - Current

Lead Science Teacher

KIPP Chicago
07.2022 - 07.2023

Associate Academic & Culture Dean

Achievement First - North Brooklyn Prep
07.2020 - 07.2022

STEM Teacher

Ember Charter School
07.2019 - 07.2020

Lead Science Teacher

Uncommon Schools
07.2018 - 06.2019

Debate Coach & Curriculum Consultant

Poly Prep Country Day School
03.2018 - Current

Volunteer & Education Coordinator

Neighborhood House
09.2015 - 07.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Pan-African Studies

University of Louisville

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