ALEXA K. FUSSELBAUGH
Summary
Experienced professional in the educational services sector with 7+ years of diverse expertise gained from working in different school environments and private/non-profit organizations. Skilled in driving impactful initiatives and optimizing educational outcomes for school systems and students. A dynamic individual consistently delivering results and committed to making a positive difference in the field of education.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of Schools & Placements (West Coast)
A Better Chance, Inc.
03.2024 - Current
- Promoted to manager, assumed additional key responsibilities to optimize internal processes at ‘A Better Chance‘, a nationally recognized nonprofit dedicated to recruiting and placing high-performing students of color in top independent schools
- Designed, organized, and managed highly successful, multi-day, National School Fair with over 100 participating schools.
Assistant Program Manager
A Better Chance, Inc.
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with 50 member schools to identify prospective students for program offerings
- Interface directly with the Directors of Admissions, school leaders, student families, and students throughout entire placement cycle of recruitment, application process, financial aid support, decision process, and school acceptance
- Host quarterly workshops, informational sessions and conduct on-site school visits on the west coast
- Analyze admissions and placement data
- Develop systems for tracking student progress and program outcomes
- Read, evaluate, and score applications for admissions based on academic criteria and the social/economic fit
- Organize and manage Interview Days, Local School Fairs and Admissions Workshops
- Member of a (6) person collaborative team which annually reviews over 1500 applications & recommends 600 students to ‘A Better Chance' member schools across the U.S
- Educate, advise and coach students and their families about the independent school placement process
- Initiate pro-active outreach to local schools and community-based organizations to help identify prospective students
- Coordinate with various internal teams at ‘A Better Chance' to ensure program alignment and successful execution.
Sprint Associate K-4
Success Academy
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Developed an analytics model on student behavior and collected data to identify the needs for academic intervention, and/or specialized services
- Managed student caseloads to assess and determine appropriate academic support services
- Consulted and advised parents to foster consensus and support of student's overall academic plans
- Monitored special education teachers and provided performance analysis to management
- Developed schedules for special education teachers and service providers to address the individualized needs of students
- Conducted thorough reviews and ensured timely completion of legal documents for Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) in compliance with educational regulations
- Organized and directed the Individualized Education Plans (IEP) meetings in conjunction with the special education committee
- Successfully completed extensive training and attained proficiency in educational software including Staff Systems and Special Education Information Systems.
Advisor / Services Coordinator
Educational & Special Services
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Provided private, at-home support services serving elementary school-aged students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and behavioral goals.
School Administrator and Instructor
The Grayson School
06.2018 - 11.2020
- Designed and implemented innovative afterschool programs tailored to address the unique behavioral needs of intellectually gifted students
- Utilized sports as a foundational framework to teach essential skills such as teamwork, perseverance, and self-discipline to foster the student's personal growth and social skills
- Created behavioral intervention plans designed to address the unique profile and needs of the student
- Developed and implemented experiential teaching methods by designing comprehensive athletic curricula for students pre-K to 12th grade
- Recognized the need for remote learning solutions during the pandemic and pro-actively launched a YouTube virtual gym classroom which significantly benefited both the physical and emotional well-being of the student
- Collaborated closely with the leadership team to assist in strategic planning and resource budgeting to optimize organizational goals and financial efficiency.
Consultant Internship
Advocacy and Consulting for Education
07.2017 - 05.2018
- Accompanied and supported the President at weekly Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings and school assessments
- Collaborated with the President during weekly Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings and school assessments, providing support and insights to enhance decision-making
- Reviewed and edited Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students at grade levels pre-K to 12th grade.
Marketing Intern
Jeffrey Levinson LLC
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Enhanced productivity and efficiency by providing organizational support, marketing event support and administrative services
- Managed communications between potential buyers and Jeffrey Levinson, facilitating engagement and nurturing relationships to drive sales opportunities.
Education
BA - Psychology
Chestnut Hill College
Philadelphia, PA05.2018
Skills
- Experience in primary and secondary education with proficiency in special education, autism, and intellectual giftedness
- Strong knowledge base in experiential learning, behavior intervention, and coaching methodologies
- High level competency with program design, execution, and metrics measurement
- Adept in project management, resource/budget forecasting, and administrative oversight
- Effectiveness with student outreach, recruitment, admission processes, and community building initiatives
- Strong interpersonal communication, and public speaking skills
Publications
- Teaching Their Bodies Not Just Their Brains; Instructing Physical Education Differently to Gifted Students, World Council for Gifted and Talented Children, 2019-01-01, Nashville, TN
- Grayson Girls: Gifted and Goal Oriented in Teaching for High Potential, Sage Journals Gifted Child Quarterly, 2019-01-01
Timeline
Manager of Schools & Placements (West Coast)
A Better Chance, Inc.
03.2024 - Current
Assistant Program Manager
A Better Chance, Inc.
08.2022 - 02.2024
Sprint Associate K-4
Success Academy
06.2021 - 03.2022
Advisor / Services Coordinator
Educational & Special Services
11.2020 - 06.2021
School Administrator and Instructor
The Grayson School
06.2018 - 11.2020
Consultant Internship
Advocacy and Consulting for Education
07.2017 - 05.2018
Marketing Intern
Jeffrey Levinson LLC
08.2014 - 06.2017
BA - Psychology
Chestnut Hill College