Rawlin J. Rosario is a Senior Program Associate with Culturally Responsive and Equitable Systems. He lends his expertise to technical assistance activities, meticulously crafts research-based tools and resources, and provides invaluable research and policy support to state, regional, and local education agencies.
Rosario’s primary mission revolves around advancing the crucial work of cultivating and sustaining a school system that is culturally responsive and that affirms students’ racial, linguistic, cultural, and other forms of identity. Born in the Dominican Republic and raised in the vibrant cultural tapestry of Harlem, Rosario is a product of his roots as these early experiences have profoundly shaped his educational lens and fueled his unwavering commitment to achieving educational equity. He actively champions the cause of educational equity, channeling his passion into a myriad of initiatives.
Before joining WestEd, Rosario has a rich tapestry of experience as an educational leader and practitioner. He served as an Instructional Coach at South Bronx Classical Charter School where he delivered transformative professional development on instruction, classroom management, and culturally responsive practices. At Amistad Academy Middle School in New Haven, Connecticut, he was an Instructional Leader who infused a restorative justice approach and provided unwavering support to teachers through coaching and development while championing culturally responsive instruction.
As part of a Public Policy Fellowship with the K-12 Office of Instructional Support at the New York State Education Department, Rosario made significant contributions to the development of the New York State CRE principles and framework. He co-led professional learning communities and played an integral part in planning and implementing socio-economic integration programs, striving to make systemic changes that would positively impact students’ lives.
Rosario holds a master’s degree in educational leadership, policy & advocacy from New York University Steinhardt’s School of Culture, Education, and Human Development.