Christine Fallon
San Diego,CA
Summary
Educational and organizational leader offering thirty years of career excellence. Demonstrating in-depth knowledge of community involvement methods and proposal writing focused on delivering highly-successful fundraising outcomes. Esteemed Educator and communicator proficient in language and general instruction and teambuilding exercises with students and faculty. Organized planner, classroom manager and educational support professional with a strong desire to positively impact students’ lives. Knowledgeable about school processes and improvement strategies focused on all learners.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner And Director
Classes In Cannabis
San Diego, CA
07.2017 - Current
- Pioneered and implemented the first-ever live cannabis instruction in San Diego
- Recruited, trained and oversaw lay teachers and volunteers to support program operations
- Developed, administered and updated complete educational program serving more than 200+ students
- Developed and implemented promotional strategies to drive business success and maintain budgetary guidelines
- Led startup and opening of Cannabis business and provided business development and the creation of educational training programs
Instructional Specialist
ELS Language Center
San Diego, CA
08.2011 - 09.2019
- Collaborated with teacher to devise and implement developmentally appropriate lessons aligning with school’s philosophy and mission
- Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation
- Implemented improvements to school curriculum to address areas of underperformance
Director Of Admissions
ELS Language Center
San Diego, CA
10.2005 - 02.2011
- Processed admissions applications and transcript requests to facilitate student enrollment
- Handled payment collection, issued receipts and immigration issues (DSO)
- Maintained institutional solvency with current, accurate and fully compliant financial records
- Improved student educational plans by advising on course selection, progress plans and career decisions
Education
Doctor of Education - Organizational Change And Leadership
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA12.2024
Master of Education - Curriculum, Technology And Instruction
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA01.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA03.1998
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
San Diego City College
San Diego, CA06.1995
Skills
- Specialized faculty training
- Standardized testing
- Program management
- Emergent curriculum
- Cultural competency
- Program coordination
- Curriculum development
- Training program administration
- Instructional plan implementation
- Job readiness training
- Organizational leadership
Timeline
Owner And Director
Classes In Cannabis
07.2017 - Current
Instructional Specialist
ELS Language Center
08.2011 - 09.2019
Director Of Admissions
ELS Language Center
10.2005 - 02.2011
Doctor of Education - Organizational Change And Leadership
University of Southern California
Master of Education - Curriculum, Technology And Instruction
Temple University
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
San Diego State University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
San Diego City College