Rainya P. Miller
Waldorf,MD
Summary
Professional Development Specialist/Program Coordinator Efficient professional with 31.5+ years of experience and a proven knowledge of program management, curriculum development, professional training and development, customer service, conflict resolution, and education administration.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Managing Partner
Consortium Of Accomplished Educators LLC
06.2021 - Current
- Coordinated training and professional development courses for teachers and school administrators to create new teaching strategies that encourage student learning.
- Developed and facilitated diversity and equity classes to promote cultural knowledge and exchange.
- Organized committees, workshops, and conferences to promote students social and intellectual welfare.
- Provided lesson planning and pacing support to help educators analyze data and apply it to instruction.
- Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
- Designed course materials and supported their implementation.
- Targeted diverse learning modalities in the development of new course content and training programs.
- Delivered private instruction to adult learners in a variety of fields on leadership development, leadership styles, conflict management, effective communication, business communication, and delivering presentations.
- Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
- Worked closely with instructors to prepare online materials, content, and tools to facilitate training globally.
- Developed assessments and user polls to evaluate course effectiveness, altering content and delivery to achieve student learning goals.
- Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects and team members from concept to completion.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets
- Consulted and negotiated with various levels of management and stakeholders to determine training priorities and needs.
- Designed and developed numerous e-learning courses, videos, simulations, and online content.
- Developed training reports and summaries for management and internal audits.
- Designed customized solutions for proposals to potential customers.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
- Trained and supervised new teachers to apply best teaching practices and comply with protocols.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Developed staff members' attitudes, skills, and knowledge through various targeted professional development topics.
- Created and administered training calendar
- Utilized multimedia strategies to facilitate learning and increase student engagement
- Employed variety of assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods
- Scheduled and taught in class and online courses to increase learning opportunities
- Developed individualized training plans to achieve staff readiness
- Recorded and edited videos to facilitate remote learning
- Developed effective training plans based on department needs and objectives
- Implemented new training courses after assessing corporate data and identifying employee weaknesses
- Tracked attendance and evaluated progress for assigned trainees
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions
- Monitored and analyzed clients' progress, results and overall satisfaction to implement process improvement initiatives
NBCT Professional Learning Developer/Program Coordinator
Prince George’s County Board of Education
04.2011 - 04.2023
- Mr. Eric Stephens, 301-749-5238 x 45521
- 37.5 hours per week, 143,000 per year
- Planned and Implemented district-wide candidate support sessions for National Board Certification (NBCT) teacher program
- Identified and recruited teachers, counselors, and paraprofessionals for NBCT process based on system needs assessment and demographic data
- Mentored and coached NBCT initial, retake, and renewal candidates ( in person, by phone, and virtually)
- Recruited and assigned NBCTs as Professional Learning Facilitators to support the NBCT candidates from onset to outset of the one-to-three-year process of NB certification
- Oversee the assignment of mentees, collection of mentoring hours, and payment of semi-annual emoluments
- Completed performance evaluations based on the PGCPS Framework for Teaching evaluation program and ESSA guidelines for professional development
- Moved and aligned PGCPS NBCT program outcomes to support the district outcomes of educator retention and support (recruiting and supporting candidates, providing quality research based professional development for NBCTs after certification)
- Created and implemented an NBCT candidate handbook, NBCT PLF handbook, and Standard Operating Procedures for PGCPS NBCT program, to standardize the NBCT Candidate Support Program
- Coordination and reporting of documentation necessary for the NBCT Leadership Development THNI and State Farm grants
- Co-Author and NBCT lead for the PGCPS USDE Great Teachers, Great Leaders, Great Schools twenty-five million dollar grant
- Established and implemented guidelines for participation in the USDE G3 grant for candidates and NBCT teacher leaders during the duration of the grant
- Monitor and report program outcomes to the grant manager for dissemination to USDE
- Utilize National and State trend data and action research for improving student achievement specifically related to teacher quality
- Implementing Data wise, the Framework for Teaching, and NBPTS core propositions, along with evaluation data to create and implement programmatic changes
- Developed and led three Teacher Leadership Cohorts for the district
- Co-Created Teacher Leadership white paper with Teacher Leadership roles which led to the creation of the Professional Development Lead Teacher position
- Manage and monitor system policies and procedures using: Checklists, surveys, evaluations, anecdotal records, focus groups, pilot groups, observations, and classroom visits
- Alternated training methods to diversify instruction, strengthen learning opportunities and enhance program success
- Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness
- Conducted training courses and prepared videos for long-term use
- Researched and obtained relevant course materials to achieve training objectives
- Analyzed effectiveness of training programs at all levels and recommended updates
- Appointed member of Maryland Blueprint Advisory Committee to the AIB Board 2022 – 2024
- Planned corporate annual summer and holiday events and team building-based training initiatives for school leaders and new educators
- Trained staff during demonstrations, meetings, conferences and workshops at local, state and National levels
- Organized and edited training manuals, multimedia visual aids and other educational materials
- Developed departmental systems and procedures to better align workflow processes
- Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules and training assessments to upper management
- Reviewed and edited all training materials for accuracy and company policy compliance.
- Orchestrated smooth and efficient program development by collaborating cross-functionally across departments.
- Organized and managed program development from conception through successful execution.
- Gathered and organized printed materials required for program participation.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Addressed and resolved technical, financial and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Reserved classrooms and meeting rooms across campus for program activities and managed room list.
- Entered data and tracked department course registrations and class lists via Oracle, ERO, MyPPS, and eDoctrina software systems and handled database maintenance.
- Supervised thirteen instructional personnel.
- Set and oversaw yearly $500,000 budget to cover systemic program objectives and outcomes
- Led interagency and interdepartmental teams focusing on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Advanced Teacher Certification, Climate and Culture, and other focus groups as requested.
Program Coordinator
Prince George's County Public Schools
04.2011 - 04.2023
- Mr. Eric Stephens, 301-749-5238 x 45521
- 37.5 hours per week, 143,000 per year
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course initiation, implementation, and approval at the district level prior to state approval
- Designed the Continuing Professional Development Guidance handbook to improve the systemic functioning of the CPD liaison, CPD assistant, CPD instructors, and CPD course creators
- Recruit, place, and evaluate instructors based on performance
- Assist conditional educators with acquiring certification courses and Praxis exam support
- Place Non-PDS interns in district school locations for placements and observation hours
- Provide School-based Arbinger Outward Mindset and Gallup Strengths, and Trust matters training for School Leadership teams, School grade level teams, and NBCTs to mediate conflict, increase trust amongst members, to support positive climate and culture within school offices and school buildings
- Collaborative work within the following school district offices: Curriculum and Instruction, Exceptional Needs, Human Resources Office of Certification, Substitute Employees, Office of the CEO, English for Speaker of Other Languages, Mathematics Department, Instructional Technology, TITLE I, Conditional Educators Program, and Student Services
- Served as a member of the Maryland State Department of Education team for Professional Development Schools CAEP certification of Institutes of Higher Education
- Member of Professional Development Calendar team, Planning team for Summer Leadership Training for Principals and Assistant Principals, G3 Grant Advisory Committee, Teacher Leadership Advisory Committee, School District Climate Improvement Committee, Peer Assistance and Review Advisory board, and CEO transition team support
- Serve as Board Member, Prince George’s County Educators Association and chair of Professional Development and Leadership committee
- Curriculum writing for Early Childhood, Literacy in the Secondary Content Area, Online CPD course implementation, and the state Early Literacy Collaborative
- Drafted administrative policies to address professional development hour requirements for PGCPS educators, and guidance on providing monetary stipends to school administrators for facilitating professional development courses
- Authored memorandums on Continuing Distance Learning Credit Offering for PGCPS educators, CPD Course creation guidelines, Non PDS Placement protocols, and Process and Procedures for beginning and closing out Professional development courses in the ORACLE, ERO, True North Logic systems, and eDoctrina LMS Platforms
- Led inter-organizational teams focused on Professional Development, Teacher Leadership, Teacher retention, Leadership standards and competencies, and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in support programs
- Manage and monitor system policies and procedures using: Checklists, surveys, evaluations, anecdotal records, focus groups, observations and classroom visits.
- Gathered and organized printed materials required for program participation.
- Orchestrated smooth and efficient program development by collaborating cross-functionally across departments.
- Addressed and resolved technical, financial and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
- Motivated and directed staff to align operations with organizational mission using appropriate training initiatives and presentations.
- Pitched and built new programming strategies and course offerings to boost audience interests and diversify offerings.
- Scheduled and supervised CPD staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update stakeholders on program details and milestones.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Reserved classrooms and meeting rooms across campus for program activities and managed room list.
Early Childhood Educator
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL
01.1998 - 04.2011
- 37.5 hours per week, 62,000 per year
- Teacher and Director of Off-site Head Start Center
- Used county, state, and federal guidelines to design developmentally appropriate content-specific lessons for Head Start, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, and First Grade students
- Prepare classroom environment, student records, and personnel files in accordance with Maryland State Child Care guidelines for a Day Care center
- Organize and conduct monthly parent and center staff meetings
- Provided effective learning exercises to help children successfully transition into the elementary grades and promote physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development
- Effectively managed the classroom ensuring all students were safe and had the ability to reach their maximum potential
- Established an inviting classroom environment that promoted learning and was appropriate for all types of development
- Selected developmentally appropriate classroom materials, such as books, displays, décor, and learning tools arranged for student access and various modalities
- Participated in a countywide Language and Literacy study conducted by the University of Texas, which promoted teacher effectiveness through mentoring and on-line classes (CIRCLE)
- Provide instructional leadership and guidance to team members (Pre-K and First Grade) according to the practices and policies of PGCPS and the principal
- Received a score of 4 (highest score) for classroom environment and student-teacher interactions on the CLASS assessment
- Facilitated Early Childhood best practices and kindergarten transition workshops for the district, curriculum writer for Early Childhood and Head Start Departments
- Kept classroom clean, organized and safe for students and visitors
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings
- Built and implemented training strategies to optimize team performance.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Coordinated schedules of activities, events and field trips.
- Coached, supervised, and mentored education staff, imparting classroom knowledge to build strong skill sets.
- Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Organized and facilitated monthly parent support group meetings.
- Taught average of 25 children per school year.
- Conducted in-home visits to maintain student and family relationships and student performance standards.
Cryptologic Technician – Operator
United States Navy
05.1985 - 11.1990
- 35 hours per shift, 38,000 per year
- Provided telecommunications support to fleet (air, surface, and shore)
- Information processing using computer terminals observing all applicable security measures
- Performed administrative duties, which include maintaining files and updating communications publications via automated methods
- Controlling and operating communications systems and networks including satellite systems, network servers, patch panels, modems, routers, multiplexers and communications security devices
- Assuring signal quality and path integrity using test equipment such as protocol analyzers, distortion test sets, spectrum oscilloscopes and state-of-the-art signal analysis equipment
- Safeguarded communications by providing consistent device and network security
- Tested equipment, networks and servers for signal strength and security vulnerabilities using specialized equipment
- Maintained strict confidentiality of information
- Logged information for reporting purposes
- Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors
- Attended required training sessions and seminars
- Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons
- Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute
- Worked weekends and long hours in deployed locations to complete security taskings
- Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations
- Tested equipment, networks and servers for signal strength and security vulnerabilities using specialized equipment.
- Advised on operations, intelligence and risk assessments in daily briefings.
Education
Doctorate - Community and Organizational Leadership
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Indianapolis, IN 12.2015 - 12.2020
M.S - Educational Leadership
KAPLAN UNIVERSITY
Chicago, IL 02.2014 - 02.2015
B.S - Early Childhood Education
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND
College Park, MD 09.1993 - 12.1998
Skills
Microsoft Suite, GOOGLE Suite
Training
Child Development
Policy and Program Development
Process Improvements
Project Coordination
Strategic Planning
Data Management
Leadership
Budget administration
Team building
Professional Development
Certification
Administrator I (Maryland State Department of Education)
Timeline
Microcredential - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (American College of Education)
07-2022
Advanced Professional Educator Certificate Early Childhood (Maryland)
07-2021
Managing Partner
Consortium Of Accomplished Educators LLC
06.2021 - Current
Certified Engagement Coach (Maryland)
04-2020
Certified Gallup Strengths Coach
01-2020
National Board Certified Teacher Early Childhood Renewed (National Board for Professional Teaching Standards)
12-2018
Administrator II (Maryland State Department of Education)
02-2017
Doctorate - Community and Organizational Leadership
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
12.2015 - 12.2020
Administrator I (Maryland State Department of Education)
02-2015
M.S - Educational Leadership
KAPLAN UNIVERSITY
02.2014 - 02.2015
NBCT Professional Learning Developer/Program Coordinator
Prince George’s County Board of Education
04.2011 - 04.2023
Program Coordinator
Prince George's County Public Schools
04.2011 - 04.2023
Early Childhood Educator
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL
01.1998 - 04.2011
B.S - Early Childhood Education
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND
09.1993 - 12.1998
Cryptologic Technician – Operator
United States Navy
05.1985 - 11.1990
Work Availability
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