Van Rountree

Background

About Van Rountree

Highly skilled professional with over 20 years’ experience in motivating, mentoring, and advising in K-12 and higher education, with a specific emphasis on at-risk urban youth and first generation college students. Award-winning administrator specializing in drop-out recovery and school turnaround. Extensive experience in innovative curriculum design and development, delivering instruction, evaluating performance, developing procedural strategies, and managing multiple projects simultaneously. Possesses dynamic presentation skills as well as outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. A proven ability to successfully interact with diverse constituencies and all levels of management. Recognized as a motivating team leader whose exceptional leadership, planning, and organizational skills reveal a commitment to meeting mission goals in a supportive, collaborative environment. Strong community advocate with a life-long commitment to youth services, education, and social justice.