Catherine Ann Roland
Springdale
Summary
Master’s-educated program leader with 15+ years of K–12 leadership and alternative education experience. Proven ability to launch and direct programs serving youth at risk, supervise and develop staff, and use data to drive measurable improvement. Committed to trauma-informed, culturally competent, and faith-centered service that supports restoration and resilience for young people.
Qualified Program Direcotr with strong background in instructional strategies and curriculum development. Successfully implemented innovative teaching and effective communication.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Facilitator; Jr. High ALE Coordinator (Director); Math Teacher
Springdale Public School District
Springdale, AR
08.2008 - Current
- Directed Jr. High Alternative Learning Environment program: intake/transition/career planning, behavior & discipline systems, attendance management (including FINS), ELL and SPED coordination, and parent engagement.
- Supervised and coached teachers and support staff; designed and delivered professional development and performance evaluations.
- Managed state reporting, assessment setup (PARCC/ACT Aspire), and compliance documentation.
- Instructional Facilitator, Mathematics — Archer Learning Center (Aug 2012 – Aug 2016)
- Led instructional model change, implemented PLCs, trained staff in CCSS and problem-posing strategies.
- Built community partnerships and coordinated student supports for at-risk populations.
- Math Teacher & Instructional Roles (2008 – present)
- Classroom instruction for grades 7–12; tutoring and individualized academic supports.
Director, Customer Service
Acxiom Corporation
Conway, AR
09.1985 - 05.1992
- Led division of 60+ staff; managed hiring, training, budgeting, and client relations. Product & Account Management
- Managed product releases, documentation, and major client accounts.
Education
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
Harding University
Searcy, AR05-2015
Skills
- Program development
- Staff supervision & coaching
- Trauma-informed care
- Adolescent development
- Data analysis & reporting
- Community partnership development
- Crisis response
- Microsoft Office & assessment platforms
Accomplishments
- Led instructional and program improvements resulting in significant gains on Math EOC assessments.
- Prepared schools for Scholastic and AdvancED audits; led assessment implementation and data cleanup.
- Recognized: Arkansas Outstanding Alternative Education High School (2015).
Timeline
Instructional Facilitator; Jr. High ALE Coordinator (Director); Math Teacher
Springdale Public School District
08.2008 - Current
Director, Customer Service
Acxiom Corporation
09.1985 - 05.1992
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
Harding University
SELECTED TRAINING
- ELAchieve Constructed Meaning Institute
- Solution Tree PLC Institute
- Arkansas Leadership Academy — Instructional Facilitator
- College Board workshops: Quantitative Literacy, PLC, Pre-AP
- PARCC / ACT Aspire implementation; TESS / BloomBoard
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree and administrative licensure
- 5+ years direct experience with at-risk and alternative education youth
- 5+ years supervisory/management experience (program and school leadership)
- Knowledge of state/federal guidelines, compliance, and reporting
- Strong staff coaching, program implementation, and project management skills
- Trauma-informed, culturally competent, faith-centered approach to youth care
- Flexible schedule (evenings/weekends/on-call), reliable transportation, able to travel regionally