Education Teacher
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Hi, I’m
Cindy Bushey
Director
Athens,GA
Summary
Experienced director specializing in curriculum leadership, staff development, and program management. Proven track record of enhancing educational quality through comprehensive evaluations and targeted training, resulting in significant increases in student retention and engagement. Adept at fostering community partnerships and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Overview
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Work History
Primrose School of Duluth WestDuluth, Georgia
Admission and Education Director
03.2026 - Current
Job overview
- Served as primary contact for prospective families, delivering information and support to guide enrollment decisions
- Led personalized tours showcasing curriculum, safety, and culture to engage prospective families
- Implemented systems that reduced enrollment processing time by 15%
- Collaborated with finance teams to oversee tuition, billing, enrollment forecasting, enhancing financial accuracy and planning
- Oversaw admissions documentation, student records, and compliance files to ensure regulatory adherence and operational efficiency
- Ensured accurate reporting for licensing, audits, and organizational reviews
- Collaborated with Directors and teachers to ensure smooth classroom transitions
Primrose School of Cumming North
Director of Curriculum
12.2024 - 06.2025
Job overview
- Led and managed a team of 25+ educators, optimizing classroom operations and ensuring high-quality instruction that improved student engagement by 20%.
- Implemented targeted professional development programs for teachers, fostering skill enhancement and leadership growth, leading to a 25% improvement in teaching effectiveness ratings.
- Enhanced curriculum quality through evaluations and strategic improvements, resulting in a 15% increase in student performance metrics.
- Developed and enforced state-mandated educational policies to ensure 100% compliance with regulatory standards and support institutional accreditation.
- Streamlined front desk operations, increasing response times by 30% via efficient scheduling, visitor management, and prompt resolution of inquiries.
Cedars Preschool
Assistant Director
11.2023 - 12.2024
Job overview
- Developed and led staff training initiatives, increasing staff retention by 30% through structured onboarding and ongoing education.
- Implemented teacher performance evaluations, conducting regular classroom observations and providing actionable feedback, leading to a 25% improvement in instructional effectiveness.
- Collaborated with staff and parents to strengthen school operations and support learning environment for 150+ students, contributing to 15% increase in student retention.
- Oversaw accounts receivable and payable, reducing outstanding balances by 20% through streamlined EFT transactions and improved billing and collection processes.
- Processed payroll through ADP and maintained accurate financial records, ensuring timely and error-free compensation for 25+ employees.
Crème de la Crème Preschool
Curriculum Director
08.2021 - 10.2023
Job overview
- Managed and optimized the school curriculum, including Frog Street, Handwriting Without Tears, and STEAM-based learning, ensuring alignment with best educational practices and improving student engagement by 20%.
- Trained and certified in 12+ curricula, employing diverse instructional methodologies to support differentiated learning and improve classroom effectiveness.
- Led engaging orientations and professional development sessions, utilizing strong public speaking skills to educate staff and parents, resulting in a 30% improvement in onboarding efficiency and curriculum adoption.
- Mentored new teachers through structured observations, feedback, and professional development, improving instructional effectiveness by 25%.
- Collaborated with staff and parents to enhance school operations, fostering a supportive learning environment for 150+ students and driving a 15% increase in student retention.
- Strengthened community partnerships by representing the institution at events, fostering collaborations that elevated school visibility and enrollment by 15%.
- Managed payroll processing through Paylocity and oversaw accounts receivable/payable, ensuring accurate EFT transactions and improving overall financial accuracy.
- Implemented and led regular safety drills, ensuring 100% compliance with emergency preparedness protocols and enhancing school-wide safety measures.
Education
The T Jae GroupNorcross, GA
Certificate from Director Training
03-2017
Ashtoreth CollegeNorcross, GA
Diploma from Business Administration
02-2017
Ashford UniversityCalifornia
Bachelor of the Arts from Early Childhood Education & Administration
09-2015
Skills
- Curriculum Leadership
- Educational leadership
- Admissions Regulations
- Budget Management
- Financial Oversight
- Community engagement
- Operational Strategy
- Regulatory Compliance
- Administrative Operations
- Payroll (ADP, Paylocity
- Microsoft Office
- Leadership development
Certification
- Child Development Associate Certification
- AED/First Aid Certification, 10/04/24, 10/04/26
- CPR Certification, 10/04/24, 10/04/26
- Certified Administrative Professional
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteSalary Range
$50000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Admission and Education Director
Primrose School of Duluth West
03.2026 - Current
Director of Curriculum
Primrose School of Cumming North
12.2024 - 06.2025
Assistant Director
Cedars Preschool
11.2023 - 12.2024
Curriculum Director
Crème de la Crème Preschool
08.2021 - 10.2023
The T Jae Group
Certificate from Director Training
Ashtoreth College
Diploma from Business Administration
Ashford University
Bachelor of the Arts from Early Childhood Education & Administration