Presttee Robinson
Crowley
Summary
Dynamic higher education leader with progressive experience dedicated to enhancing student success, accessibility, and institutional growth. Expertise in designing and implementing high-impact initiatives that significantly improve retention rates, promote equity, and boost campus engagement. Proficient in strategic planning, crisis management, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals. Strong track record of aligning student support services with institutional priorities while cultivating a culture of inclusion and innovation.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Student Accessibility Resources
Tarrant County College
01.2022 - Current
- Designed and implemented strategic initiatives increasing student retention by 30% and faculty ADA compliance by 45%.
- Directed $140K+ operating budget with a focus on fiscal accountability and resource optimization.
- Supervised and coached a team of 6 professional staff, advancing team capacity and service delivery efficiency.
- Served on the President’s Cabinet as interim campus leader, contributing to college-wide strategic planning and crisis response protocols.
- Advised institutional leadership on accessibility compliance and student support benchmarks for accreditation.
- Spearheaded collaborative partnerships with Enrollment and Advising to integrate SAR support services with onboarding, resulting in a 37.8% increase in accommodations registration.
- Partnered with Student Affairs and Institutional Effectiveness to align programs with accreditation standards.
- Mediated complex student-faculty accommodation conflicts, proactively reducing formal grievances.
Founder & Executive Director
Ft. Worth Educational Assessment Center
09.2021 - Current
- Established and scaled a community-based educational assessment center, achieving 25% client growth within six months.
- Oversaw operational growth, financial forecasting, and strategic planning to ensure sustainable service delivery.
- Provided consultation to school administrators on legal compliance, inclusive program design, and intervention planning.
Assistant Director, Testing and Adaptive Technology
University of Texas at Arlington
08.2020 - 01.2022
- Directed operations for Alternative Testing and Adaptive Technology Services to ensure ADA compliance.
Educational Diagnostician
Mansfield Independent School District
07.2018 - 08.2020
- Conducted comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure students received appropriate services under IDEA and FAPE.
- Interpreted assessment data, contributed to IEP development, and led pre-due process investigations involving legal and advocacy stakeholders.
- Delivered professional development to faculty on special education practices and behavior intervention strategies, strengthening school-wide compliance and inclusive practices.
Secondary Teacher
Mansfield Independent School District
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Designed and delivered instruction to over 100 students while ensuring compliance with TEA regulations and IEP accommodations.
- Collaborated with district leadership to evaluate academic programs and maintain accurate, compliant student records.
- Co-developed and implemented the Big Knights and Little Knights mentorship initiative, promoting positive behavior and peer connection under PBIS guidelines.
Training and Development/Business Support Analyst
University of Texas at Arlington
07.2016 - 08.2017
- Led the Tier 1 BTS Helpdesk Team and served as Training Lead for major technology initiatives, developing and delivering targeted training programs that enhanced employee performance and operational efficiency.
- Authored instructional content and user documentation for complex systems, including PeopleSoft (frontend/backend, security, and workflow administration).
- Collaborated with internal teams and vendors to streamline support operations and resolve technical issues, contributing to improved end-user experience and business continuity.
Secondary Teacher & Athletic Coach
Cedar Hill Independent School District
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Delivered standards-aligned instruction to over 100 students while ensuring full compliance with TEA regulations and STAAR testing protocols.
- Maintained accurate student records and collaborated with administrators on curriculum development and program evaluation.
- Provided IEP accommodations for students with disabilities and served as a multisport athletic coach, supporting student growth both in and out of the classroom.
Colleague Administrator/Desktop Support
Tarrant County College
01.2009 - 01.2016
- Served as a system administrator for Colleague (Ellucian) and provided frontline desktop support across academic and administrative units.
- Managed enterprise-level IT operations, including software installations, system troubleshooting, and hardware configurations.
- Acted as a key liaison between IT and academic stakeholders, ensuring seamless implementation of campus-wide technology solutions and user support systems.
Education
Doctor of Education - Special Education
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05.2025
Master of Science - Leadership
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05.2015
Skills
- Student Affairs Administration
- Strategic Planning
- Retention & Engagement Initiatives
- ADA & Title IX Compliance
- Judicial Affairs & Student Conduct
- Budget & Staff Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Co-Curricular Programming
- Assessment & Accreditation
- Disability Services
- Event Planning
- Leadership Development
Affiliations
- Association of Higher Education and Disability
- Association of TX Higher Education and Disability
- Student Affairs Administrations in Higher Education
- National Career Development Association (NCDA)
- National Association for Behavioral Intervention and Threat Assessment (NABITA)
Committees
- Student Enrollment Management (SEM)
- TCC Policies Review Committee
- EdUnity: Summer Symposium - Recurring
- Campus Assessment, Response and Evaluation (CARE) Team
- TRIO First Generation Celebration
- Hunger and Homelessness
- Spring Fling: How Technology Supports Students with Disabilities
- District Lead -Student Accessibility Resources
- Student Affairs Leadership Team
- Trinity River Campus President’s Leadership Round Table
- District Student Affairs Leadership Team
- Veterans and Military Connectedness Committee
- Workforce Solution Tarrant County Partners
Timeline
Director of Student Accessibility Resources
Tarrant County College
01.2022 - Current
Founder & Executive Director
Ft. Worth Educational Assessment Center
09.2021 - Current
Assistant Director, Testing and Adaptive Technology
University of Texas at Arlington
08.2020 - 01.2022
Educational Diagnostician
Mansfield Independent School District
07.2018 - 08.2020
Secondary Teacher
Mansfield Independent School District
08.2017 - 08.2018
Training and Development/Business Support Analyst
University of Texas at Arlington
07.2016 - 08.2017
Secondary Teacher & Athletic Coach
Cedar Hill Independent School District
08.2015 - 06.2016
Colleague Administrator/Desktop Support
Tarrant County College
01.2009 - 01.2016
Master of Science - Leadership
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems
Walden University
Doctor of Education - Special Education
Walden University
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