Everette Bates

Everette Bates is an experienced educational professional currently serving as Dean of Student Services with the Jefferson Parish Public School System since October 2013, after previously working as a Teacher in various school districts, including the Recovery School District and St. John the Baptist Parish. Bates has designed curricula and lesson plans tailored to diverse student learning needs, organized faculty meetings to implement innovative teaching strategies, and developed a school crisis plan. Prior experience includes a teaching role with the Orleans Parish School Board and a position as a Safety Consultant for the US Army Corps of Engineers, where Bates conducted quality assurance inspections during Hurricane Katrina relief efforts and ensured compliance with safety regulations. Everette Bates holds a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership and Administration from Xavier University of Louisiana and a Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from Southern University at New Orleans.