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Rae Carmichael, LCSW

Rae Carmichael, LCSW

Tulsa,Oklahoma

Summary

Strategic and results-driven program manager with a passion for educational equity and literacy advocacy. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, optimize program operations, and drive data-informed decision-making. Adept at stakeholder engagement, program evaluation, and process improvement to enhance student success. Committed to fostering inclusive, high-impact learning environments through collaboration and innovation.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Manager

Reading Partners
Tulsa, Oklahoma
07.2023 - Current
  • Lead and coach a team of AmeriCorps members across five reading centers, delivering evidence-based literacy instruction to 150+ students
  • Increase program participation through targeted collaboration with school and community partners
  • Use program analytics to refine interventions and improve student literacy outcomes to ensure 90% of enrolled students reach their literacy goal
  • Design and facilitate targeted professional development, ensuring instructional fidelity and staff growth
  • Implement Science of Reading instruction, intervention, and assessment to ensure evidenced based literacy instruction for all students
  • Ensure compliance with educational standards and grant requirements, maintaining operational excellence

Founding Primary School Director

Collegiate Hall Charter School
Tulsa, Oklahoma
07.2019 - 06.2023
  • Launched Collegiate Hall Primary School (grades Pre-Kindergarten through Second) in August 2020
  • Recruited, trained, and led a high-performing of 25 educators, achieving a 90% staff retention rate
  • Designed and executed data-driven assessment systems, improving instructional efficacy
  • Established and maintain safe and welcoming school culture for all students and staff through implementing Whole Child Model practices school wide
  • Designed strategic and innovative opportunities to involve families in the educational process

Social Service Specialist

Tulsa Public Schools
Tulsa, Oklahoma
08.2013 - 06.2019
  • Assessed and addressed student needs through evidence-based interventions and crisis management strategies
  • Developed and communicated intervention plans with families, educators, and community stakeholders
  • Led counseling initiatives that enhanced student well-being and academic engagement
  • Collaborated with local agencies to support families in gaining access to vital resources

Education

Licensed Clinical Social Worker -

Oklahoma State Board of Social Workers
Oklahoma
01-2019

Master of Social Work -

Missouri State University
Springfield, Missouri
05.2013

Bachelor of Social Work -

Southeastern University
Lakeland, Florida
05.2012

Skills

  • Program Strategy and Execution
  • Team Leadership
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Change Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships

Key Achievements

Leadership Excellence

  • Successfully led a team of 25 educators to found an elementary charter school. Achieved 90% staff retention rate.

Curriculum Innovation

  • Implemented Science of Reading curriculum resulting in 90% of students reaching and exceeding their growth goals.

Enhanced Literacy Program

  • Increased student reading levels by 13% within one academic year.

Community Engagement

  • Established key community partnerships enhancing student support services.

Timeline

Program Manager

Reading Partners
07.2023 - Current

Founding Primary School Director

Collegiate Hall Charter School
07.2019 - 06.2023

Social Service Specialist

Tulsa Public Schools
08.2013 - 06.2019

Licensed Clinical Social Worker -

Oklahoma State Board of Social Workers

Master of Social Work -

Missouri State University

Bachelor of Social Work -

Southeastern University

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