Dr. Keauna Price
Smithfield
Summary
Results-driven, student-focused leader with a 17-year background in education, program development, grant management, and student support services. Skilled in spearheading federally funded initiatives, promoting equity-centered school improvement, and crafting wraparound services to cater to academic and non-academic student requirements. Demonstrated track record of success in fostering cross-functional collaboration, strategic planning, and advocating for marginalized student communities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Magnet Coordinator and Family Engagement Coordinator
Wake County Public School System – East Wake High School
08.2008 - Current
- Lead schoolwide engagement aligned with federal family involvement goals and school improvement planning.
- Manage federally funded Project Elevate MSAP grant including planning, compliance, budgeting, and strategic implementation.
- Coordinate community outreach and partnerships with agencies including Wake Tech and NC State.
- Conduct needs assessments and survey analysis to guide program development and identify at-risk groups.
- Facilitate instructional planning, teacher support, and compliance with IDEA/504 accommodations.
- Support Title I-equivalent functions through academic interventions and MTSS alignment.
- Conduct teacher observations, coaching, and leadership development.
- Present updates to stakeholders and attend regional PD for grant and compliance requirements.
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
Internship – Educational Leadership
Wake County Public School System
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Participated in North Carolina Comprehensive Needs Assessment review and site visits.
- Conducted research on Annual Measurable Objectives for underperforming schools.
- Analyzed comparative district and school-level data.
- Engaged in SIP, administrative, and departmental meetings to learn school leadership processes.
- Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing data analysis findings, informing key decision-makers of important trends and patterns.
Online Developmental Math Instructor / Lab Tutor
Craven Community College
05.2007 - 01.2008
- Taught foundational math courses and assisted students with comprehensive math tutoring services.
- Created course syllabus to clearly communicate expectations and standards for student success.
- Documented and communicated student progress on course goals to identify areas in need of improvement.
- Held office hours to provide additional course support and help students navigate course curriculum.
- Instructed students using Blackboard and My Math Lab in addition to educating students in traditional, face-to-face settings.
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC05.2019
Master of Arts in Teaching - General Education
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC06.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
Barton College
Wilson, NC05.2007
Skills
- Comprehensive student support
- Program Development
- Grant oversight and compliance
- Organizational strategy development
- Compliance management experience
- Multi-Tiered System of Supports and equity practices
- Interdepartmental collaboration expertise
- Reporting and data interpretation
- Experienced with Google Workspace tools
- Experienced with Microsoft Office applications
Publications
Dissertation: Public School Superintendents’ Viewpoints on the Leadership Strategies Perceived to Guide the Culture and Climate Within a School District (2019)
Affiliations
Marketing & Recruitment School Leader
School Improvement Team Member
Professional Learning Facilitator
Student Support & Intervention Team Contributor
Magnet Team Leader
Certification
North Carolina Professional Educator License, Mathematics (9–12)
College Reading & Learning Association Certificate for Tutoring
Foundations of Mathematics Certification
Reading Apprenticeship for Secondary Schools
Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) Certification
Cognitive Coaching Certification
Timeline
Internship – Educational Leadership
Wake County Public School System
01.2017 - 06.2017
Magnet Coordinator and Family Engagement Coordinator
Wake County Public School System – East Wake High School
08.2008 - Current
Online Developmental Math Instructor / Lab Tutor
Craven Community College
05.2007 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
Barton College
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Fayetteville State University
Master of Arts in Teaching - General Education
East Carolina University
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