Frances DeWindt

Oversee the coordination of clinical placements, ensuring students are matched with appropriate sites and preceptors, while meeting regulatory and programmatic requirements for each placement. Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures related to clinical placements, ensuring clarity, consistency, and compliance with accreditation standards and healthcare regulations. Establish and monitor systems (dashboards, reports) for tracking clinical placement progress, student performance, and compliance with institutional and regulatory standards.

Senior Manager at US University (2020-05 – Present)

• Oversee the coordination of clinical placements, ensuring students are matched with appropriate sites and preceptors, while meeting regulatory and programmatic requirements for each placement.
• Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures related to clinical placements, ensuring clarity, consistency, and compliance with accreditation standards and healthcare regulations.
• Establish and monitor systems (dashboards, reports) for tracking clinical placement progress, student performance, and compliance with institutional and regulatory standards.
• Lead and mentor staff responsible for clinical placement coordination, providing ongoing professional development and support to ensure effective placement operations and positive student outcomes.
• Provide training on updated processes, including new contract review procedures, mutual indemnification clauses, and compliance tracking protocols, ensuring all relevant stakeholders are informed and equipped to manage clinical placements effectively.
• Facilitate conflict resolution related to clinical placements, providing guidance and support to students, faculty, and clinical site partners to maintain strong relationships and resolve issues efficiently.

Title IX Coordinator / Open Enrollment at District (2020-07 – 2024-12)

• Oversaw Title IX compliance district-wide, ensuring all district policies, procedures, and practices adhered to federal, state, and district regulations, including conducting annual reviews to identify and address any gaps in compliance and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Developed, implemented, and maintained comprehensive Title IX training programs for students, faculty, and staff, ensuring ongoing education on anti-discrimination policies, reporting procedures, and prevention of sexual harassment and misconduct across the district.
• Led district-wide investigations into Title IX complaints, ensuring that all cases were handled promptly, impartially, and in compliance with Title IX regulations and district policies, while maintaining confidentiality and providing appropriate support to all parties involved.

Director of Operations/Regional Title IX Coordinator at College Preparatory (2016-07 – 2020-07)

• Utilized data analytics to assess HR trends, providing insights on workforce performance, employee engagement, and compliance, and leveraging these insights to guide executive decision-making and shape organizational strategies for talent management and operational efficiency.
• Provided strategic oversight on employee benefits enrollment and claims resolution, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance requirements, while advocating for employee needs and streamlining processes to improve overall employee satisfaction and retention.
• Spearheaded HR strategy development in alignment with organizational objectives, collaborating with senior leadership to define long-term people strategies that support organizational growth, enhance workforce engagement, and foster a culture of high performance and inclusion.
• Developed, implemented, and maintained comprehensive Title IX policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, promoting a safe and equitable environment for all employees and students, and leading initiatives to raise awareness and educate stakeholders on Title IX obligations.
• Led regional training programs for employees and managers, focusing on compliance, leadership development, and organizational best practices, ensuring that training content is relevant, impactful, and aligns with institutional priorities for continuous improvement.

Director of Operations at Central Brooklyn Ascend Charter School (2014-07 – 2015-12)

• Handled all non-academic operations at the school;
• Handled all new hire orientation;
• Planned and coordinated logistics for school events, field trips, Saturday school, after school, registration and orientation. Oversees daily transportation;
• Supervised the office manager, security, food service staff and custodians. Addresses general office and administrative needs and ensures the smooth operation of the administrative office, including mailings, attendance reporting, office machine maintenance, etc.;
• Developed and promoted wellness programs and initiatives;
• Managed school food program;
• A member of the school's leadership team;
• Managed and oversees the school's new facility;
• Ensured compliance with health and safety laws. Tracking teacher certification and fingerprinting and monitoring city and state education mandates as well as all federal and state workplace regulations.

Operations Manager at The Ethical Community Charter School (2009-04 – 2014-06)

• Managed the school’s $7 million budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources across departments and maintaining financial oversight for technology, transportation, and operations.
• Directed all technology functions, including computers, servers, backup solutions, software, and E-Rate application/administration, while resolving related Help Desk issues.
• Led staff training and development initiatives to standardize processes, implement inclusive strategies, and foster an inclusive school culture.
• Ensured compliance with state regulations, including meal reporting, teacher certification, fingerprinting, and attendance data, while preparing necessary documentation for accountability reports.
• Coordinated student transportation services for daily operations and field trips, optimizing logistics and managing associated costs within the school’s budget.
• Oversaw student enrollment processes, including transfers, discharges, and readmissions, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely payroll submissions.

Doctorate in Business Administration – United States University University

Masters in Management and Leadership – Western Governors University

BS in Business Administration – Capella University

A.B.A. Approved Associate in Applied Science Degree – Berkeley College