Darlene P. Davis Ph.D.
Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS)
Hyattsville,MD
36
years of professional experience
Licensed educator with 25+ years of K–12 experience supporting diverse learners and educational services. Skilled in student services, assessment, case management, investigations, interviewing, and analyzing student data to assess needs. Experienced in applying and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local education laws, regulations, and procedures, as well as providing educational program support, training, and technical assistance. Eligible for reinstatement to federal service based on prior federal employment and applicable requirements.
Work History
Pupil Personnel Transition Worker / Hearing Officer–Superintendent’s Designee / Pupil Personnel Worker / Educational & Student Services Support Specialist
29 Years 1 Month- Analyzed academic data to identify needs and inform educational planning.
- Provides academic guidance, counseling, individualized support and information regarding educational pathways, career interests, and postsecondary opportunities.
- Mastered conducting investigations, analyzing findings, preparing comprehensive written reports and recommendations.
- Applied knowledge of educational theories, institutional practices, assessment methods, and student development to support student achievement.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations, state laws, and local procedures to ensure institutional compliance.
- Managed hundreds of complex student cases and provide technical assistance and professional development to staff.
- Developed and facilitated professional learning programs that strengthened staff knowledge of student support practices, intervention planning, and legal and regulatory compliance; provided technical assistance in interpreting and applying federal regulations, state laws, and local procedures to support institutional compliance.
DEPUTY CLERK
2 Years 10 Months- Supervised four employees supporting Panel operations.
- Processed and filed pleadings for civil actions pending in federal district courts.
- Advised judges, court staff, attorneys, pro se parties, other courts, and the media on Panel matters.
- Provided clerical support to legal staff and maintained case records.
- Used a complex database to prepare case and administrative reports.
ADMINISTRATIVE TECHNICIAN
3 Years 8 Months- Served as EEO Counselor, Property Clerk, and Payroll Liaison.
- Supervised 23 timekeepers and monitored time and attendance submissions.
- Interpreted regulations and policies covering payroll, budget, procurement, travel, personnel, and property.
- Maintained computerized databases and prepared administrative reports.
- Provided technical guidance and resolved related administrative issues.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Special Education Leadership
Master of Science - Educational Administration
Master of Education - Guidance and Counseling
Bachelor of Science - Paralegal Studies
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Skills
Compliance
Education law interpretation
Policies
Procedures
Data Analysis
Program Evaluation
Progress tracking
Technical Assistance
Professional Development
Consultation
Support strategies
Academic Advisement
Licensures
- Administrator I, Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), 02/01/31
- Guidance & Counseling, MSDE, 02/01/31
- Pupil Personnel Worker, MSDE, 02/01/31
- Generic Special Education, MSDE, 02/01/31
Core Competencies
Data Analysis, Program Evaluation, Academic Assessment, Student Progress Monitoring, Interpretation and Application of Federal, State, and Local Education Laws, Regulations, Policies, and Procedures, Professional Development, Technical Assistance, Consultation, Fact-Finding Investigations, Interviewing, Student Support Strategies & Interventions, Case Management, Individual & Group Counseling, Academic Advisement, Student Interviews
Timeline
Pupil Personnel Transition Worker / Hearing Officer–Superintendent’s Designee / Pupil Personnel Worker / Educational & Student Services Support Specialist
Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS)
08.1997 - CurrentRead More
DEPUTY CLERK
Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation
10.1994 - 08.1997Read More
ADMINISTRATIVE TECHNICIAN
National Institutes of Health
02.1991 - 10.1994Read More
Montgomery College
Associate of Arts from Criminal Justice
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University of Maryland - University College
Bachelor of Science from Paralegal Studies
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Bowie State University
Master of Education from Guidance and Counseling
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Trinity College
Master of Science from Educational Administration
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Capella University
Doctor of Philosophy from Special Education Leadership
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