Charles Butler
District Heights,MD
Summary
Director of education programs with experience leading large-scale, federally funded initiatives focused on arts integration, research, and equitable student outcomes. Proven track record managing multimillion-dollar grants, building cross-sector partnerships, and designing systems that improve program fidelity, engagement, and impact. Background spans youth workforce development, program operations, and research implementation across school districts and community-based organizations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Education Innovation & Research (EIR)
Arts for Learning Maryland
Maryland
01.2025 - Current
- Lead implementation of a $4M federally funded Education Innovation & Research (EIR) grant in partnership with the U.S. Department of Education, overseeing strategy, compliance, and execution through 2027.
- Direct program operations serving 2,000+ students across 7 schools, engaging 70+ teachers, 30 teaching artists, and 10 Arts Integration Coaches.
- Manage full project budget lifecycle, including forecasting, tracking, invoicing, and reconciliation aligned to federal requirements.
- Supervise and develop program staff, including a Research & Program Manager and Coordinator.
- Cultivate and manage partnerships with school districts and external evaluators, including WolfBrown and West Chester University.
- Ensure fidelity of implementation (FOI) across instructional delivery, coaching, and professional development.
- Redesigned core data systems (Coach Workbook) to strengthen fidelity monitoring and program consistency.
- Co-designed and implemented professional development strategies in collaboration with the Director of Arts Integration, achieving record-high attendance rates.
- Increased stakeholder engagement, resulting in the highest survey completion rates in program history.
- Led cross-functional RFP submissions and development of two Mid-Phase EIR grant applications, supporting long-term funding strategy.
- Oversee evaluation processes and data collection to ensure compliance and research integrity.
- Lead dissemination of program findings to internal and external stakeholders.
Program Coordinator (Multiple Roles)
Arts for Learning Maryland
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Supported implementation of a federally funded research initiative in partnership with the U.S. Department of Education.
- Assisted with budget reconciliation and financial tracking aligned to grant requirements.
- Managed payroll operations for teaching artists via Rippling and expense tracking via Ramp.
- Led data management across systems, including Salesforce, FormAssembly, Rippling, and Ramp.
- Coordinated communication across schools and district partners within Prince George’s County Public Schools.
- Supported the execution of large-scale professional development sessions and grant compliance processes.
Field Specialist (Seasonal)
WorldStrides
Alexandria, Virginia
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Managed logistics and coordination for domestic and international student travel programs.
- Ensured student safety, vendor coordination, and real-time problem-solving during large-scale educational tours.
Head Orientation Leader
Roosevelt University
01.2022 - 01.2022
- Supervised a team of 20 orientation leaders supporting incoming students.
- Delivered presentations and facilitated programming for student groups.
Dormitory Resident Assistant
Roosevelt University
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed residential operations, student engagement, and conflict resolution initiatives.
Program Coordinator
Young Ladies of Tomorrow
Washington, DC
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Coordinated workforce development programming for at-risk and court-involved youth (ages 14–18).
- Facilitated workshops on job readiness, professional skills, and digital literacy, including Microsoft Office.
- Secured and managed mini-internship placements, connecting youth with real-world work opportunities.
- Oversaw payroll through the DC Summer Youth Employment Program.
- Collaborated with the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) and the District of Columbia Courts to support youth engagement.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to support academic, personal, and career development.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance (Opera)
Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL12.2022
Skills
- Leadership & Strategy: Program Management, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Finance & Operations: Budgeting, Grant Compliance, Payroll Management, Financial Tracking
- Data & Systems: Salesforce, FormAssembly, Rippling, Ramp
- Program Expertise: Arts Integration, Professional Development Design, Research Implementation
- Core Strengths: Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Problem-Solving, Operational Execution
Additional Experience
- Project Assistant — Tomorrow’s Leaders LLC
- Receptionist / Interim Building Manager — IST Management
- Telephone Interviewer — National Research LLC
Timeline
Director, Education Innovation & Research (EIR)
Arts for Learning Maryland
01.2025 - Current
Program Coordinator (Multiple Roles)
Arts for Learning Maryland
01.2023 - 01.2025
Field Specialist (Seasonal)
WorldStrides
01.2023 - 04.2025
Head Orientation Leader
Roosevelt University
01.2022 - 01.2022
Dormitory Resident Assistant
Roosevelt University
01.2021 - 01.2022
Program Coordinator
Young Ladies of Tomorrow
01.2018 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance (Opera)
Roosevelt University