Christina Polidoro
Williamstown,NJ
Summary
Results-driven professional accustomed to overseeing operations with strong attention to detail. History of meeting demanding group objectives through employee training, motivation and performance management. Strategic and independent thinker, who is able to de-escalate situations with creative solutions, ultimately driving positive change and impact on the company success and brand image. Passionate trainer well-versed on a wide-range of topics, and the ability to identify participant engagement and areas of opportunity. Hard-working and passionate professional who is eagerly looking for company that vision and values align with, to help the achieve company goals and success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Admissions Lead
Higher Ground Education
06.2024 - Current
- Lead regional enrollment strategies, aiming to meet and exceed quarterly enrollment targets through effective marketing and sales tactics.
- Plan and assist in executing monthly region-wide events to boost awareness and engagement within target school communities.
- Collaborate closely with the marketing team to develop and refine digital marketing campaigns and strategies.
- Conduct local outreach and grassroots marketing campaigns to enhance school visibility, brand presence, and attract prospective families.
- Serve as a crucial link between your region's schools and the broader marketing and admissions team, offering guidance on marketing strategies and best practices.
- Regularly report on enrollment performance and metrics, providing insightful analysis and strategic recommendations for future growth.
Executive Director
Children of America
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Aligned department vision, goals, and objectives with company strategy to achieve consistently high results.
- Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align operations with corporate objectives.
- Established and maintained operational standards for 7-12 locations.
- Developed vendor network of contacts to drive down costs and increase revenues.
- Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
- Launched 3 new locations through effective management of property acquisitions and construction and financial planning, while maintaining a pulse on fully functioning locations.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Masterminded updates to workflows and revitalized teams to meet changing business needs and boost team member performance.
- Elevated market penetration to generate $[Amount] in gross annual revenue from area locations.
Certified Trainer
Children of America
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Managed new school leadership orientation training process for no less than 10 newly hired, school managers each year.
- Reviewed and edited all training materials for accuracy and company policy compliance.
- Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
- Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires.
- Created in-depth training manual for all employees.
- Trained staff during demonstrations, meetings, conferences, and workshops.
- Monitored employee progress and gave feedback to management and additional training requirements.
Director
Children of America Sewell/Cinnaminson
09.2016 - 06.2021
- Promoted professional growth of teachers and staff by implementing best practices, while providing support tools and guidance.
- Oversaw budget, marketing and curriculum development for school operations.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
- Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
Assistant Director
Children of America Sewell
05.2015 - 08.2016
- Tracked key business metrics and made recommendations for proactive adjustments to policies and procedures.
- Oversaw purchasing and organization of school/classroom supplies, kitchen items in compliance with CACFP requirements, and maintaining building wide inventory.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
Education
Master of Science - Business Management And Leadership
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT11.2025
BA in Educational Studies -
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01.2015
Skills
- Goal-Oriented
- Experience in sales
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Cross-cultural communication
- Networking abilities
- Needs Determination
Accomplishments
- First-ever recipient of company "Bentley Award" - the highest honor that a school leader can achieve. Criteria includes various KPI's set according to company standards, state regulations, industry best practices, etc.
- Recipient of company 'Campus Hero' award in 2019, 2020 and 2021 through not only achieving company standards and goals set, but consistently surpassing expectations in the areas of school enrollment, employee retention, and school contribution to company overall P&L.
Timeline
Regional Admissions Lead
Higher Ground Education
06.2024 - Current
Executive Director
Children of America
01.2022 - 08.2023
Certified Trainer
Children of America
01.2018 - 01.2022
Director
Children of America Sewell/Cinnaminson
09.2016 - 06.2021
Assistant Director
Children of America Sewell
05.2015 - 08.2016
Master of Science - Business Management And Leadership
Western Governors University
BA in Educational Studies -
Western Governors University
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