Lauren E. McGuire
Summary
Dynamic educational psychologist with a proven track record of excelling in process optimization and stakeholder engagement. Spearheaded initiatives that reduced evaluation wait times by over 80%, while enhancing family communication and collaboration. Expertise in research design and a passion for translating data into actionable strategies to drive impactful educational outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
EI/ECSE Educational Psychologist
Clackamas Education Service District
08.2022 - Current
- Designed and delivered professional learning for educators, administrators, and cross-disciplinary teams, strengthening implementation of learning strategies, behavior supports, and developmentally appropriate practices.
- Developed accessible training materials, job aids, and implementation tools that improved team consistency, performance, and classroom fidelity across programs.
- Supervised multi-phase initiatives involving data collection, stakeholder communication, and process coordination to improve service delivery and evaluation quality.
- Redesigned the behavioral referral process for preschools, ensuring timely identification and access to special education services for students with complex needs.
- Reduced wait times for complex evaluations by over 80%, decreasing average timelines from approximately 12 months to 2 months through process improvements and workflow redesign.
- Took ownership of, and supervised, onboarding and training for new evaluation team members, creating structured training modules, timelines, and learning outcome measures to accelerate readiness and consistency.
- Improved family engagement and attendance, reducing appointment no-shows by 20% through the implementation of family-friendly communication and text-based reminders.
EI/ECSE Educational Psychologist
Willamette Education Service District
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Managed weekly cross-functional team meetings to align goals, support plans, and service delivery.
- Provided ongoing training and consultation to teachers, caregivers, and staff on learning strategies, communication, and behavior supports.
- Synthesized complex assessment and observational data into easy-to-understand guidance and recommendations.
- Supervised teams in apply evidence-based practices to improve student engagement, team decision-making, and program consistency.
- Oversaw project timelines for 40+ individuals to stay in compliance with state and federal laws.
- Increased total the amount of funding the EI/ECSE program received by growing the number of evaluations completed within a 9-month timeline.
- Reinforced collaborative relationships with families, community partners, and internal teams to support shared learning.
Research Associate, Institutional Research & Reporting
Clackamas Community College
04.2018 - 08.2021
- Led analytical and evaluation initiatives that informed strategic planning, learning improvement, and organizational development efforts.
- Designed and facilitated professional development for faculty and staff on data literacy, assessment best practices, and evidence-based decision-making.
- Created executive-level reports, dashboards, visualizations, and learning resources to support institutional goals and build stakeholder understanding.
- Supported accreditation, compliance, and performance reporting through the creation of clear, accessible documentation.
- Partnered cross-departmentally to establish data standards and improve team workflows.
- Facilitated groups of academic leaders to drive shared understanding and align strategic priorities.
Research Assistant
REM Center, University of South Carolina
05.2016 - 04.2018
- Under the supervision of Dr. Tammiee Dickenson, served as a core team member supporting applied research, program evaluation, and implementation-focused studies across K–12 and early childhood initiatives.
- Provided research and evaluation services to state and local education agencies, supporting studies focused on literacy, family engagement, and early learning outcomes.
- Advised on research design, measurement selection, and data collection strategies, including surveys, assessments, focus groups, and interviews.
- Conducted quantitative and qualitative analyses, synthesizing findings into reports, presentations, and summaries used by school leaders and policymakers.
- Maintained and analyzed longitudinal datasets across multiple projects to support outcome tracking and trend analysis.
- Supported stakeholder engagement across project timelines, ensuring consistent communication and alignment with research goals.
- Contributed to research dissemination, including policy-relevant summaries and presentations to inform decision-making.
Research Assistant Roles
University of South Carolina & Local School Districts
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Delivered training for academic coaches, teachers, and school psychologists on assessment tools, data interpretation, and instructional strategies.
- Designed surveys, focus groups, and evaluation tools to measure program outcomes and improve learning initiatives.
- Collected and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data and transformed findings into accessible reports and presentations.
- Developed and maintained longitudinal datasets, supporting data-driven learning decisions.
- Secured and managed grant funding by aligning proposals with guidelines and timelines to support improved educational outcomes.
College Instructor
University of South Carolina
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Redesigned the course to be inline with best educational practices, providing course work, developing projects, and facilitating in-class discussions to promote both quantitative and critical thinking skills.
- Assessed student learning through multiple methods, including materials to be potentially added to the students' professional portfolios.
- Integrated technology into lessons to support varied learning styles.
Research Assistant, Department of Accreditation, Accountability, and Academic Services (AAAS)
Winthrop University
05.2011 - 05.2013
- Served as a Research Assistant within Institutional Research, supporting accreditation, accountability, and institutional effectiveness initiatives.
- Supported institutional research and reporting through data entry, cleaning, analysis, and verification for accreditation and annual reporting requirements.
- Assisted with survey administration and analysis, contributing to institutional assessment and program review processes.
- Prepared data tables, summaries, and documentation for accreditation reports, annual reviews, and compliance submissions.
- Collaborated with institutional leadership and academic departments to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and usability.
- Strengthened skills in data management, reporting standards, and evidence-based institutional decision-making.
Education
Ph.D. - Educational Psychology and Research
University of South Carolina
Columbia, South CarolinaM.Ed. - Counseling and Development
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, South CarolinaB.S. - Psychology
Georgia College and State University
Milledgeville, GeorgiaSkills
- Learning science expertise
- Research design and methodology
- Evidence synthesis and thought leadership
- Translation of research into practice
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Research dissemination and communication
- Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement
- Project management and operational coordination
- Program evaluation
- Process optimization
- Assessment development
- Survey design
- Stakeholder engagement
- Effective communication
- Strategic planning
- Research methodology
Timeline
EI/ECSE Educational Psychologist
Clackamas Education Service District
08.2022 - Current
EI/ECSE Educational Psychologist
Willamette Education Service District
08.2021 - 08.2022
Research Associate, Institutional Research & Reporting
Clackamas Community College
04.2018 - 08.2021
Research Assistant
REM Center, University of South Carolina
05.2016 - 04.2018
College Instructor
University of South Carolina
08.2015 - 05.2017
Research Assistant Roles
University of South Carolina & Local School Districts
01.2014 - 01.2018
Research Assistant, Department of Accreditation, Accountability, and Academic Services (AAAS)
Winthrop University
05.2011 - 05.2013
Ph.D. - Educational Psychology and Research
University of South Carolina
M.Ed. - Counseling and Development
Winthrop University
B.S. - Psychology
Georgia College and State University