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Dawn Mastre
Educational Advocate
Summary
Dynamic leader in educational advocacy with expertise in program development and crisis response. Designed and implemented intervention frameworks that foster student engagement and success through data-informed practices. Committed to building collaborative relationships that enhance organizational systems and support continuous improvement for diverse student populations.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Advocate
Canton-Galva Jr/Sr High School
08.2024 - Current
- Led strategic improvement initiatives focused on strengthening MTSS frameworks, intervention systems, and school-wide student support structures.
- Designed and implemented intervention processes that improved consistency, accountability, and efficiency across academic, behavioral, and attendance support systems.
- Led cross-functional mentorship efforts, guiding staff in implementing data-informed practices and intervention procedures for continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with administration and multidisciplinary teams to align student support systems with district goals, school improvement priorities, and long-term organizational outcomes.
- Created sustainable systems for graduation tracking, credit monitoring, and at-risk student identification, enhancing operational oversight and supporting student success.
- Analyzed student performance data and intervention trends to support strategic planning and organizational problem-solving.
- Streamlined workflows and communication systems to enhance collaboration and facilitate organizational change initiatives.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of school-wide crisis response protocols and student engagement initiatives that enhanced school culture and operational readiness.
- Contributed to capacity-building efforts through staff support, systems coordination, and leadership collaboration focused on long-term program sustainability.
Independent Living Coordinator
Saint Francis Ministries
08.2020 - 08.2024
- Coordinated independent living services and support planning for youth in care, enhancing educational achievement, emotional development, community engagement, and long-term self-sufficiency.
- Mentored youth in achieving educational, emotional, financial, and independent living goals through individualized support planning.
- Facilitated cross-team collaboration among youth, caregivers, educators, and service providers, ensuring continuity of care and effective goal attainment.
- Work in partnership with local community resources
Substitute Teacher
Canton-Galva High School
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Foster strong connections with students to improve engagement and academic outcomes.
- Supervise students and classroom activities to ensure a focused and respectful learning environment.
- Follow school regulations and expectations to maintain a safe learning environment.
Teller
Farmers State Bank
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Delivered front-line customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues to enhance customer satisfaction
- Managed customer disputes and facilitated account openings to improve customer retention and streamline onboarding
- Reconciled cash drawer and cash safe with daily transaction reports to ensure accurate financial records
- Processed daily deposits and withdrawals to maintain accurate financial records.
Student Account Receivables/Bookstore Manager
Central Christian College of Kansas
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Monitored and balanced monthly statements to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Developed payment plan guide for student accounts to enhance clarity and accessibility
- Managed student worker assignments to streamline operational workflow
- Ordered inventory and textbooks in accordance with budget guidelines
Placement Coordinator/Foster Care Homes Worker
Saint Francis Academy
06.2000 - 07.2016
- Completed monthly visits, documentation, and family assessments to ensure compliance and support family needs
- Manage a fifteen to twenty-family case load
- Provide support and community resources for families and children
- Partner with parents, therapist, school personnel, and case team
- Monitored and compiled monthly reports on youths' level of care to inform program adjustments
- Organized trainings and community events to enhance community engagement and resource availability
- Participated in ongoing training to improve professional knowledge
Education
Master of Science - Strategic Leadership
Central Christian College of Kansas
McPherson, KS12-2026
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Emporia State University
Emporia, KS05-2000
Area of Study - Social Work
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS05-1998
Associate of Arts - General Education
Hutchinson Community College
Hutchinson, KS05-1997
Skills
- Educational advocacy
- Relationship Management
- Project coordination
- Crisis support
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Stakeholder Communication
- Program development
- Documentation management
- Data Tracking and Reporting
- Decision making
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Task prioritization
- Event coordination
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Student Advocate
Canton-Galva Jr/Sr High School
08.2024 - Current
Independent Living Coordinator
Saint Francis Ministries
08.2020 - 08.2024
Substitute Teacher
Canton-Galva High School
08.2019 - 03.2020
Teller
Farmers State Bank
08.2018 - 07.2019
Student Account Receivables/Bookstore Manager
Central Christian College of Kansas
08.2016 - 08.2018
Placement Coordinator/Foster Care Homes Worker
Saint Francis Academy
06.2000 - 07.2016
Master of Science - Strategic Leadership
Central Christian College of Kansas
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Emporia State University
Area of Study - Social Work
Kansas State University
Associate of Arts - General Education
Hutchinson Community College
Leadership Highlights
- Led schoolwide student support improvement initiatives
- Coordinated multidisciplinary intervention teams
- Developed systems for student tracking and intervention monitoring
- Supported organizational change and workflow improvement efforts