Experience

Quest Academy

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Academics & Student Affairs

  • Jul 2017 - Present

• 5th Grade Teacher; 3rd-5th Team Leader

  • Aug 2020 - Jan 2021

• Director Of Enrollment Management

  • Jul 2017 - Dec 2020

  • Member of the school leadership team representing the marketing, admissions, and enrollment functions. • Design and maintain the online presence of the organization including website development, digital ad campaigns, social media outlets, reviews and industry-related networking sites. • Manage all aspects of print media including message, brand integrity, design, print, and distribution on both small scale marketing pieces and large scale media. • Initiate, design, storyboard… Show more • Member of the school leadership team representing the marketing, admissions, and enrollment functions. • Design and maintain the online presence of the organization including website development, digital ad campaigns, social media outlets, reviews and industry-related networking sites. • Manage all aspects of print media including message, brand integrity, design, print, and distribution on both small scale marketing pieces and large scale media. • Initiate, design, storyboard, shoot, and edit video pieces to reflect the mission of the school and convey a cohesive message. • Update and maintain branding guidelines to internally and externally promote professional standards to the immediate and greater community. • Represent the academy to promotional sources and develop relationships with local news outlets (newspapers, television) and interest groups as well as national sources specific to the industry. • Develop comprehensive marketing plan that includes a market analysis, demographic study, SWOT analysis with internal assessment, and evaluate outcomes relevant to future initiatives and budget management. • Prepare and present reports at board of trustee meetings to reflect activity, goals, and methods to achieve success. • Facilitate the admissions process from inquiry to signed contract. • Conduct interviews and tours of the campus for prospective families. • Host open house events, speaking engagements on education-related subjects, and network with relevant professionals such as psychologists, pediatricians, feeder schools, gifted organizations, and local area leaders. • Other responsibilities include: teacher evaluations, development office collaboration (events and annual campaign), coaching science team, observing teacher schedules, school event management, participating on the financial aid committee, and ISACS accreditation liaison.



Da Vinci Academy

• Elgin, Illinois

• Assistant Head of School & Director of Admissions; Interim Head of School

  • Sep 2013 - Jun 2017

  Work closely with parents, students, teachers, and fellow administrators to provide guidance and a point of contact for escalating concerns. Provide professional development for educators on a variety of relevant topics, including gifted training, communications, technology, and curriculum areas. Manage all aspects of the Head of School office during a time of transition for Da Vinci Academy. Interact with the student body in matters concerning discipline, education… Show more Work closely with parents, students, teachers, and fellow administrators to provide guidance and a point of contact for escalating concerns. Provide professional development for educators on a variety of relevant topics, including gifted training, communications, technology, and curriculum areas. Manage all aspects of the Head of School office during a time of transition for Da Vinci Academy. Interact with the student body in matters concerning discipline, education planning, interventions, student government/leadership, school activity planning, and as a coach for the FLL Robotics team. Conduct and participate in school elements such as parent meetings, teacher trainings, Board of Trustees meetings and Board sub-committees. Oversee and execute school social functions and events, including: assemblies, family days, and curriculum nights. Coordinate and direct all functions of an admissions office, including introducing the academy to new clients, conducting tours, and developing a marketing plan for promoting the institutional mission. Serve as financial aid officer and facilitator of the admissions decision team. Steering chair for ISACS Accreditation and participated on several outgoing accreditation teams for other schools on behalf of ISACS. Manage a direct budget for marketing and an overall budget in collaboration with school leadership. Leader of the development and advancement efforts of the school including fundraising through annual giving campaigns and annual benefit auctions. Oversee the annual auction team of volunteers, auction operations, advertising, and sponsorships. Maintain alumni relations efforts through database management, outreach, and social media. Manage all media outlets including advertising, social media, mass communications, and implemented a complete-design of the current website (2014 & 2016). Liaison for affiliated organizations: (IAGC), (NAIS),(LMAIS), (NAGC), and (ISACS). Show less Work closely with parents, students, teachers, and fellow administrators to provide guidance and a point of contact for escalating concerns. Provide professional development for educators on a variety of relevant topics, including gifted training, communications, technology, and curriculum areas. Manage all aspects of the Head of School office during a time of transition for Da Vinci Academy. Interact with the student body in matters concerning discipline, education… Show more Work closely with parents, students, teachers, and fellow administrators to provide guidance and a point of contact for escalating concerns. Provide professional development for educators on a variety of relevant topics, including gifted training, communications, technology, and curriculum areas. Manage all aspects of the Head of School office during a time of transition for Da Vinci Academy. Interact with the student body in matters concerning discipline, education planning, interventions, student government/leadership, school activity planning, and as a coach for the FLL Robotics team. Conduct and participate in school elements such as parent meetings, teacher trainings, Board of Trustees meetings and Board sub-committees. Oversee and execute school social functions and events, including: assemblies, family days, and curriculum nights. Coordinate and direct all functions of an admissions office, including introducing the academy to new clients, conducting tours, and developing a marketing plan for promoting the institutional mission. Serve as financial aid officer and facilitator of the admissions decision team. Steering chair for ISACS Accreditation and participated on several outgoing accreditation teams for other schools on behalf of ISACS. Manage a direct budget for marketing and an overall budget in collaboration with school leadership. Leader of the development and advancement efforts of the school including fundraising through annual giving campaigns and annual benefit auctions. Oversee the annual auction team of volunteers, auction operations, advertising, and sponsorships. Maintain alumni relations efforts through database management, outreach, and social media. Manage all media outlets including advertising, social media, mass communications, and implemented a complete-design of the current website (2014 & 2016). Liaison for affiliated organizations: (IAGC), (NAIS),(LMAIS), (NAGC), and (ISACS). Show less



Science & Arts Academy

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Dean of Students / Director of Admissions / Director of Administration

  • Jun 2006 - Aug 2013

  Managed and directed all functions of student services for an independent school, including: admissions, academic advising, grade performance monitoring, student discipline, financial aid, high school transition advising, alumni engagement, and creating a positive school culture. Worked closely with parents, students, teachers, and fellow administrators to provide guidance, training, and a point of contact for escalating concerns. Prepared and edited school documents including Parent/Student… Show more Managed and directed all functions of student services for an independent school, including: admissions, academic advising, grade performance monitoring, student discipline, financial aid, high school transition advising, alumni engagement, and creating a positive school culture. Worked closely with parents, students, teachers, and fellow administrators to provide guidance, training, and a point of contact for escalating concerns. Prepared and edited school documents including Parent/Student and Personnel Handbooks. Produced and/or directed graduation ceremonies, National Junior Honor Society, Science Olympiad, all-school assemblies, field trips, school dances, community service projects, alumni events, and assisted with school plays/musicals. Developed and maintained relationships with over 40 high schools as part of the high school transition counseling. This also included making information available to students and their families, coordinating the acquisition of academic references, completed file transfers, and following-up with the schools to ensure receipt of all materials. Coordinated all school communication within the greater school community (families/students/teachers) through school newsletter, daily broadcast e-mails, and faculty communication. Assisted in the development of marketing materials. Arranged for publicity and advertising development with local and national media outlets. Created and designed annual report, large scale visuals, and media such as videos, and slide presentations. Other duties included chairing the annual Spring Gala fundraiser, designing marketing/advertising materials, managing the building project for the new campus (2006-2008), and serving on Board committees such as: admissions/marketing, development, facilities, finance, and strategic planning. Represented the school to outside groups including ISACS and LMAIS, directed the 7-year accreditation cycle for ISACS and participated on outside ISACS accreditation teams. Show less Managed and directed all functions of student services for an independent school, including: admissions, academic advising, grade performance monitoring, student discipline, financial aid, high school transition advising, alumni engagement, and creating a positive school culture. Worked closely with parents, students, teachers, and fellow administrators to provide guidance, training, and a point of contact for escalating concerns. Prepared and edited school documents including Parent/Student… Show more Managed and directed all functions of student services for an independent school, including: admissions, academic advising, grade performance monitoring, student discipline, financial aid, high school transition advising, alumni engagement, and creating a positive school culture. Worked closely with parents, students, teachers, and fellow administrators to provide guidance, training, and a point of contact for escalating concerns. Prepared and edited school documents including Parent/Student and Personnel Handbooks. Produced and/or directed graduation ceremonies, National Junior Honor Society, Science Olympiad, all-school assemblies, field trips, school dances, community service projects, alumni events, and assisted with school plays/musicals. Developed and maintained relationships with over 40 high schools as part of the high school transition counseling. This also included making information available to students and their families, coordinating the acquisition of academic references, completed file transfers, and following-up with the schools to ensure receipt of all materials. Coordinated all school communication within the greater school community (families/students/teachers) through school newsletter, daily broadcast e-mails, and faculty communication. Assisted in the development of marketing materials. Arranged for publicity and advertising development with local and national media outlets. Created and designed annual report, large scale visuals, and media such as videos, and slide presentations. Other duties included chairing the annual Spring Gala fundraiser, designing marketing/advertising materials, managing the building project for the new campus (2006-2008), and serving on Board committees such as: admissions/marketing, development, facilities, finance, and strategic planning. Represented the school to outside groups including ISACS and LMAIS, directed the 7-year accreditation cycle for ISACS and participated on outside ISACS accreditation teams. Show less



Judson University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Enrollment Specialist, Higher Education

  • Aug 2004 - Jul 2006

  Worked with prospective students in initial admissions and academic planning. Participated as one of five members of the Marketing Team, primarily focused on promoting the Adult B.A. professional program. Attended consultation meetings with other higher education schools and presented the degree program to local businesses and organizations. Worked closely with the college registrar, financial aid, student accounts, college administration, academic advisors and Academic Dean. Participated in… Show more Worked with prospective students in initial admissions and academic planning. Participated as one of five members of the Marketing Team, primarily focused on promoting the Adult B.A. professional program. Attended consultation meetings with other higher education schools and presented the degree program to local businesses and organizations. Worked closely with the college registrar, financial aid, student accounts, college administration, academic advisors and Academic Dean. Participated in devising admission guidelines and processes, including situational management and decision making. Designed advertising and marketing materials, mass e-mails, and bulk mailings. Show less Worked with prospective students in initial admissions and academic planning. Participated as one of five members of the Marketing Team, primarily focused on promoting the Adult B.A. professional program. Attended consultation meetings with other higher education schools and presented the degree program to local businesses and organizations. Worked closely with the college registrar, financial aid, student accounts, college administration, academic advisors and Academic Dean. Participated in… Show more Worked with prospective students in initial admissions and academic planning. Participated as one of five members of the Marketing Team, primarily focused on promoting the Adult B.A. professional program. Attended consultation meetings with other higher education schools and presented the degree program to local businesses and organizations. Worked closely with the college registrar, financial aid, student accounts, college administration, academic advisors and Academic Dean. Participated in devising admission guidelines and processes, including situational management and decision making. Designed advertising and marketing materials, mass e-mails, and bulk mailings. Show less



Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fox Valley Region

• Director of Life Choices (Elgin) & Fundraising Coordinator (McHenry-2004)

  • Jul 2001 - Jun 2004

  Directed youth program for middle school students. Hired 50+ teachers yearly to lead the clubs for 300+ students throughout the agency service area. Worked closely with school officials, teachers, and administration. Devised new curriculum for age-appropriateness, interest, and effective societal issues. Helped fundraise through grants, events, and sponsorships. Supervised program assistant. Maintained budget, payroll, newsletter, program components, student enrollment, recruitment, Board of… Show more Directed youth program for middle school students. Hired 50+ teachers yearly to lead the clubs for 300+ students throughout the agency service area. Worked closely with school officials, teachers, and administration. Devised new curriculum for age-appropriateness, interest, and effective societal issues. Helped fundraise through grants, events, and sponsorships. Supervised program assistant. Maintained budget, payroll, newsletter, program components, student enrollment, recruitment, Board of Directors reports, and teacher paperwork. Promoted program through marketing materials. Coordinated a fundraising event for continued youth services. Generated sponsorships, event participants, volunteers. Organized and supervised a team of 30+ volunteers. Devised event schedule and specific activities within the event. Developed media pieces including brochure, pledge sheets, and t-shirt design. Developed media campaign including press releases, e-mail blasts, and community awareness through posted artwork, brochure stands, and presentations. Show less Directed youth program for middle school students. Hired 50+ teachers yearly to lead the clubs for 300+ students throughout the agency service area. Worked closely with school officials, teachers, and administration. Devised new curriculum for age-appropriateness, interest, and effective societal issues. Helped fundraise through grants, events, and sponsorships. Supervised program assistant. Maintained budget, payroll, newsletter, program components, student enrollment, recruitment, Board of… Show more Directed youth program for middle school students. Hired 50+ teachers yearly to lead the clubs for 300+ students throughout the agency service area. Worked closely with school officials, teachers, and administration. Devised new curriculum for age-appropriateness, interest, and effective societal issues. Helped fundraise through grants, events, and sponsorships. Supervised program assistant. Maintained budget, payroll, newsletter, program components, student enrollment, recruitment, Board of Directors reports, and teacher paperwork. Promoted program through marketing materials. Coordinated a fundraising event for continued youth services. Generated sponsorships, event participants, volunteers. Organized and supervised a team of 30+ volunteers. Devised event schedule and specific activities within the event. Developed media pieces including brochure, pledge sheets, and t-shirt design. Developed media campaign including press releases, e-mail blasts, and community awareness through posted artwork, brochure stands, and presentations. Show less