Linda Williams

Linda Williams is the Executive Director for Education Services at Wordsworth, with responsibility for the development and management of educational programs and services at the Fort Washington and Ford Road campuses.

Prior to joining Wordsworth in 2012, she devoted 32 years to the School District of Philadelphia as an educator and advocate for students with disabilities, serving as a teacher of the deaf and hearing impaired, Special Education Director, Executive Director and most notably, Deputy Chief in the district’s Office of Specialized Services.

In 1998, Linda was recognized by the School District of Philadelphia with the Rose Lindenbaum Award for Excellence in Teaching. Other honors include the National Association of Black School Educators Administrators Award and recognition from City of Philadelphia’s Department of Human Services and the Eagles Youth Partnership.

Linda holds a Bachelors and Masters of Education Degree from Temple University and has completed all coursework for a Doctorate in Educational Leadership at NOVA Southeastern University. She holds certifications in Elementary Education, Deaf and Hearing Impaired, Supervisor of Special Education, Principal K-6 and a Superintendent’s Letter of Eligibility.