Shaffers Rawlings, Ph.D
Owings
Summary
Organizational leader and administrator offering nearly 20 years of experience in education and leadership. Exercises honed competencies in development, implementation and execution of performance-enhancing programs. Outstanding skills in parent communication, conflict resolution and staff management. Known for consistently supporting faculty and staff as advocate leader. Bring a keen ability to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency. Dedicated to leveraging transferable skills to drive success in diverse professional settings.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Testing Coordinator
Prince George's County Public Schools Largo HS
08.2018 - Current
- Trained and developed new testing team members and provided continuous mentoring.
- Enhanced testing efficiency by streamlining test coordination processes and procedures.
- Assisted in the development of robust test plans, incorporating best practices for maximum effectiveness.
- Improved overall testing quality with thorough documentation practices and regular progress reports.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams for efficient collaboration during the entire testing process.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders alike in the pursuit of shared goals regarding testing success.
- Drafted reports to detail findings from testing phases.
- Implemented data-driven strategies for improved testing outcomes, analyzing trends and identifying areas for improvement.
- Maintained a secure testing environment by enforcing strict adherence to confidentiality guidelines and security protocols.
- Reduced testing errors through meticulous attention to detail and diligent monitoring of testing protocols.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the organization by advocating for adoption of cutting-edge tools, techniques, and methodologies in testing coordination.
Teacher
Prince George County Public Schools, Largo HS
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Provided an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of the students.
- Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
IT Support Analyst
TEKsystems
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Assisted in providing computer/network support relating to software and hardware problems reported by users
- Partnered with other IT resources to escalate problems and issues that occur beyond the desktop/laptop to deliver and execute support functions
- ·Problem solved technical problems and supported end users via help desk calls
- ·Assisted with the input of help desk tickets
Lead Teacher
Hope Christian Academy
06.2010 - 06.2013
- Developed curriculum and provided instruction for the middle school students.
- Provide an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, and emotional development of the students
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Provided tutoring for students on an Individual Education Plan
Information Technology Specialist
Historical Society of Washington, Dc
06.2009 - 06.2010
- Set up network profiles, security permissions and file sharing systems.
- Ensured data security, implementing encryption measures and access controls for sensitive information.
- Troubleshot complex hardware and software issues for swift resolution, minimizing downtime for affected users.
- Enhanced system performance by implementing and maintaining hardware and software upgrades.
- Performed network analysis, upgrades and troubleshooting; build/installed print and file servers; assisted in IP telephone setup/maintain
- Facilitated the assistance on T1 installation and issues
- ·Coordinated events and set up and maintained equipment for presentations.
- Supported and maintained user account information including rights, security and systems groups.
Academic Dean / Instructor in Science Academy
Friendship Collegiate Academy Charter School
06.2007 - 06.2009
- Managed academic personnel effectively, including hiring, evaluations, promotions, and conflict resolution.
- Improved curriculum quality by conducting regular evaluation and updates in alignment with educational standards.
- Provided private professional case management service for dependent adults.
- Provided academic support for all engineering and science academy students.
- Taught the Microsoft Office Suite 2007
- Taught A+, both hardware and software
Education
Ph.D. - Education
Cagayan State University
Phillippines01-2025
Master of Education Leadership - Education
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN06-2014
Skills
- Budget management
- Organizational leadership
- Relationship building and networking
- Team building
- Administrative leadership
- Enhanced and implemented STEM programs
Timeline
Testing Coordinator
Prince George's County Public Schools Largo HS
08.2018 - Current
Teacher
Prince George County Public Schools, Largo HS
08.2014 - 06.2017
IT Support Analyst
TEKsystems
06.2013 - 06.2014
Lead Teacher
Hope Christian Academy
06.2010 - 06.2013
Information Technology Specialist
Historical Society of Washington, Dc
06.2009 - 06.2010
Academic Dean / Instructor in Science Academy
Friendship Collegiate Academy Charter School
06.2007 - 06.2009
Ph.D. - Education
Cagayan State University
Master of Education Leadership - Education
American College of Education
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