Dwayne Smith - School Program Leader
A selection of Quotes from stakeholders that I have had the pleasure to work with:
“Dwayne is a master teacher; he is student-focused, solutions-oriented, passionate and extremely knowledgeable. Dwayne has much to offer with his broad experience across schools, cultures and within the context of providing leadership within each of those differing scenarios. Dwayne is a strong candidate who has significant programmatic experience, ability to effectively communicate and who proactively seeks solutions that confront the schools he works in. We knew when we hired him that he was the type of faculty member who gets onside and makes change happen. I believe he has all the tools necessary to function at a very high level as a programme coordinator or assistant principal. I cannot recommend him highly enough.”
Cory Carson Director at Qatar Academy Doha
“Dwayne is an exceptional and considerate leader. His calm demeanor, and ability to communicate clearly with fellow staff, allows Dwayne to maximize the efforts of teams that he both leads and works within. As a member of the SUNY Professor Team, Dwayne has led the development of curricula for postgraduate students studying their Masters of Science degree. Dwayne manages the strategic long-term vision and mission for his teams while remaining cognizant of short-term issues that must be addressed and the myriad needs of his team members. In short, Dwayne balances well the needs and goals of the institution he works for as well as the needs and goals of those that he leads."
Daniel Pardy 21st Century Learning Coordinator at Qatar Foundation Schools
"Dwayne's passion for Business Studies and Economics is evident in all that he does. So much so that we created a position, Department Head of Business and Technology, so that he would be able to pursue opportunities to develop a program to meet the needs of our students. In just two years, through an inspiring and empowering leadership style, Dwayne and the members of his department have introduced an Entrepreneurial Club, Investment Club, DECA, The Hour of Code, local field trips to innovative companies like Shopify, and an international leadership development trip for students to Disney Institute in Orlando." Gary Godkin Head of Sr. School Ashbury College
"Mr Dwayne Smith's impact on the Daily Life program at Ashbury College has been consistent and significant. Without his leadership, the program would still be in an infancy stage. Moving forward, I recommend that Dwayne oversee the program in its entirety as the Director of Daily Life so that his efforts and effective leadership style can continue to develop the program to meet our constituent's needs."
Tim Putt Former Assistant Head of School Ashbury College
"For over a decade, Dwayne oversaw the execution and leadership of the Ashbury Football Program. Under his leadership, he assembled a team of up to 10 coaches and 100 players where he built a legendary program as Head Coach."
Bryan MacKinnon Athletic Director Ashbury College.
"Dwayne, your leadership and leadership style inspired not only our son but an entire team to perform at a level beyond the expectations of so many parents on the sidelines. Thank you for what you have done for my child - not only on the field but in life." Steven and Ellen Esdale. Parents of former student-athlete.
"Coach Smith, your passion and dedication to your players and team inspired me to find the courage and strength to pick myself up off the field and carry on at times when I thought I had nothing left to give. I know that I speak for others on the team too when I say that our incredible accomplishments over these past few seasons would not have been possible without your leadership." R. Zussman - former student-athete