SHANTAE MCDONALD
Boston,MA
Summary
Dynamic urban education leader with over 7 years of experience fostering positive student culture, managing diverse teams, and overseeing comprehensive school systems. Expertise in implementing equity-centered behavioral and academic interventions that drive student success and engagement. Proven track record in coaching educators, spearheading attendance initiatives, and effectively managing crises to create high-expectation environments for diverse secondary student populations. Committed to promoting inclusive practices that empower all students to thrive academically and socially.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residence Life Manager / Secondary Program Leader
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI
08.2024 - Current
- Lead operational and student culture systems serving 600+ students in a high-accountability environment.
- Supervise and coach 10+ staff members; conduct structured feedback and performance evaluations.
- Adjudicate student conduct cases using restorative and data-informed frameworks.
- Facilitate family meetings and develop intervention plans for attendance and behavioral concerns.
- Design and deliver professional development workshops for staff focused on behavior management and leadership.
- Oversee daily systems including arrival, dismissal, supervision, and crisis response protocols.
- Lead student conduct oversight, adjudicating behavioral violations and implementing restorative intervention plans aligned with institutional standards.
Residential Life Coordinator
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Directed student culture initiatives serving 800+ students in an urban campus setting.
- Supervised 12–15 student leaders; implemented structured coaching and accountability systems.
- Managed conduct caseloads ensuring equitable enforcement of policies.
- Led attendance and intervention meetings; partnered with families on action planning.
- Analyzed behavioral data to identify trends and implement preventative systems.
- Developed and implemented training sessions for resident advisors to improve peer support strategies.
- Coordinated residential programming initiatives to enhance student engagement and community development.
Residential Life Coordinator
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Managed student culture and operational systems serving 500+ students.
- Facilitated community forums reinforcing high academic and behavioral standards.
- Supervised undergraduate staff and provided instructional coaching.
- Coordinated crisis management and risk response procedures.
- Developed academic success and leadership programming aligned to institutional goals.
- Collaborated with campus departments to address student needs and promote resources effectively.
- Designed and implemented academic success and leadership development programming, supervising student leaders; delivered structured feedback cycles to improve performance.
Education
Ph.D. - Educational Leadership
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, Kentucky, KY05.2025
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
Jacksonville University
Jacksonville, Florida, FL05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY05.2019
Skills
- Student Culture Leadership & Mentoring
- Secondary School Systems
- People Management & Coaching
- Professional Development
- Family Engagement
- Crisis Management
- Data Analysis & Assessment Design
- Innovation management
Certification
- CAPM - Certified Associate in Project Management
Timeline
Residence Life Manager / Secondary Program Leader
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI
08.2024 - Current
Residential Life Coordinator
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
08.2023 - 08.2024
Residential Life Coordinator
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY
08.2021 - 08.2023
Ph.D. - Educational Leadership
University of The Cumberlands
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
Jacksonville University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Long Island University