Amber VanKirk
Cortland
Summary
Results-driven leader with strong background in strategic management and organizational growth. Skilled in developing and implementing effective business strategies, optimizing processes, and driving team performance. Known for adaptability, effective collaboration, and delivering measurable outcomes in dynamic environments. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities, coupled with focus on fostering productive and positive team culture.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Academic Operations
Ancora Education
03.2025 - Current
- Director of Online Academic Operations: Ensure ethical conduct, student success, and faculty development while upholding Ancora’s mission and core values
- Provide academic support, collaborative feedback, and proactive strategies to enhance Miller-Motte College Online
- Key responsibilities include developing academic procedures, fostering student achievement, strengthening faculty, and ensuring compliance with educational standards for successful student outcomes
Adjunct Instructor
Miller-Motte College Online
09.2023 - Current
- Facilitate online courses, participate in faculty meetings, in-services and professional development
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assignments, and grades, ensuring timely communication with stakeholders regarding academic progress.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best teaching practices and industry trends.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues and administrators, fostering a collaborative educational community.
- Defined and articulated goal learning outcomes, performance metrics, and changes to improve student learning.
- Taught Career Development, Special Needs, Observation and Assessment courses, providing instruction to up to 80 total undergraduate students.
Online Academic Coordinator
Ancora Education
02.2023 - 02.2025
- Management of online faculty
- Monitor day to day activity of faculty, assist with questions and concerns, develop ongoing training, schedule courses for each term, and manage the incomplete process at the close of each term
Classroom Teacher (PK and Grade 1)
Warren City Schools
11.2008 - 08.2022
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions
Education
Educational Leadership
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OhioMaster of Science - Education Administration
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, Ohio12.2021
Master of Science - PK-6 Literacy
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN10.2011
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Akron
Akron, Ohio05.2005
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Operations management
- Team management
- Creativity and innovation
- Strategies and goals
- Project coordination
- Goal setting
Certification
- 22127151, 5 Year Professional Principal License (PK-6), 07/2022, 06/30/2026
- 219518, 5 Year Professional Early Childhood (Grades P-3), 07/2021, 06/30/2025
Timeline
Director of Academic Operations
Ancora Education
03.2025 - Current
Adjunct Instructor
Miller-Motte College Online
09.2023 - Current
Online Academic Coordinator
Ancora Education
02.2023 - 02.2025
Classroom Teacher (PK and Grade 1)
Warren City Schools
11.2008 - 08.2022
Master of Science - Education Administration
Youngstown State University
Master of Science - PK-6 Literacy
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Akron
Educational Leadership
Youngstown State University
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