Years of in education
Hi, I’m
DOMINIQUE KUCHARCZUK
Educational Leader
Hopewell,NJ
Summary
Self-motivated and enthusiastic leader with over a decade of educational expertise in transformational vision and program implementation. Talented at building lasting community relationships and demonstrated collaborative skills. Detail-oriented and decisive leadership style that is deeply rooted in core values.
Overview
13
10
Years in program leadership
Skills
- Community Engagement
- Program Development
- Team Recruiting and Onboarding
- Relationship Building
- Operations Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Innovative Technology Integrator
- Budget Management and Financial Planning
- Marketing and Branding
Work History
Stuart Country Day School
DIRECTOR OF SUMMER PROGRAMS
09.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Boosted summer enrollment by effectively designing and marketing the summer's unique programs and curricula.
- Expanded summer programs offerings and extended program to 12 weeks.
- Created record breaking profit and ensured fiscal responsibility through careful budget management and resource allocation.
- Brought over 100 new families to campus.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement and boosted overall team morale.
- Successfully managed crises situations on campus while maintaining transparency among stakeholders.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Developed a positive summer culture by fostering strong relationships among faculty, staff, students, and parents.
- Collaborated with community partners to bring valuable resources and programs to support student success and joy.
- Encouraged student leadership opportunities through inaugural summer internship positions.
Stuart Country Day School Of The Sacred Heart
LOWER SCHOOL TEACHER
08.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Evaluate individual student abilities and create action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Mentor new faculty members by providing guidance throughout year, meeting consistently to help acclimate to school culture, and providing curricular support.
- Build positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process. Used technology to promote parental involvement.
Stuart Country Day School Of The Sacred Heart
DIRECTOR, ACADEMIC ACADEMY
06.2015 - 08.2023
Job overview
- Designed academically rigorous curriculum aligned with school and state standards. Redesigned for virtual programming (2020) and hybrid (2021). Directed day-to-day operations of education program and supervised staff, student volunteers, and students. Maintained summer program budget, facilitated parent/community events, created marketing information for extended school year program serving school and greater area community.
Stuart Country Day School Of The Sacred Heart
CO-DIRECTOR, UPPER SCHOOL STUDENT ACTIVITIES
08.2014 - 06.2019
Job overview
- Collaborated with students to design safe, interesting social activities. Maintained strong relationships with local schools. Used coordination and planning skills to increase student activities to one per month and scheduled faculty chaperones.
Stuart Country Day School Of The Sacred Heart
MUSIC TEACHER
08.2011 - 06.2016
Job overview
- Developed strong working relationships with teachers, parents and students to propel school and departmental vision and goals. Coordinated concerts, events, and field trips for 200 students. Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
Committee Work
CO-CHAIR, SACRED HEART ACCREDITATION, 2024
Co-chaired all-school accreditation process and reflection of commitment to the Sacred Heart Goals and Criteria. Engaged all stakeholders in collaborative conversations and generated review document for network accreditation.
BRANDING CLIENT COMMITTEE, 2023
Collaborated with Generation Group to help elevate Stuart’s brand identity and awareness in the local market.
PORTRAIT OF A GRADUATE, 2022
Evaluate and modify current school statement to reflect the skills and attributes of graduates.
CANDIDATE SEARCH, 2015-2021
Collaborated with stakeholders to prepare hiring statements, review applicants’ credentials, observe candidates, consult with team to determine best candidate for multiple positions.
LOWER SCHOOL REOPENING TASK FORCE, 2020
Centralized reopening models for remote, hybrid, and in person learning. Designed remote learning schedule. Consulted with Covid Task Force. Conducted virtual prospective student interviews.
COEUR CULTURE CODE, 2020
Partnered with colleagues and consulting company to identify, address, and brand school culture concerns and solutions.
PLC LEADER: SEL AND STUDENT WELLNESS, 2019
Led EC-12 team in discussion centered on SEL best practices. Designed effective learning experiences that nurtured students’ well-being and social emotional growth.
CURRICULUM, 2017-2019
Investigated multiple math and literacy programs to determine the best curricula and supplements to address school’s needs.
FACULTY CULTURE REPRESENTATIVE, 2016-2017
Analyzed and presented data from school culture surveys, facilitated open communication between constituents.
UPPER SCHOOL SCHEDULING, 2015
Assisted with collating and inputting student class requests.
COMMITTEE CHAIR, NJAIS & MIDDLE STATES ACCREDITATION, 2014
Directed self-study of religious formation, climate, and experience.
CO-CHAIR, SACRED HEART COMMISSION ON GOALS: ACTION PLAN, 2013
Facilitated discussion and created actionable goals for school commendations and recommendations.
Education
Aspiring Leaders ProgramThe Sacred Heart Network
Aspiring Leaders Cohort 1
04.2024
University Overview
Nominated to participate by Head of School, in recognition of leadership gifts and commitment to the school. Honed leadership skills and collaborated in mentor program. Served as the school representative from 2022-2024.
The College of New JerseyTrenton, NJ
Masters of Education from Educational Leadership
05.2016
University Overview
GPA: 3.96
Elizabethtown CollegeElizabethtown, PA
Bachelor of Arts from Music Education
05.2011
Accomplishments
GOAL AWARD RECIPIENT: Honored with board, administrator, and colleague nominated awards. GOAL 3 (2019): A social awareness with impels to action. GOAL 4 (2014): The building of community as a Christian value.
Additional Information
SECRETARY, BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2017-2023
Princeton Nursery School, Princeton, NJ
- Served as advocate and ambassador for organization by fully engaging, identifying and securing resources and partnerships to advance mission. Directly handled Executive Director salary negotiations, grievances, and professional goal setting. Participated in change management and strategic turnaround for the school during Executive Director transition period. Assisted Covid-19 Strategic Plan Committee in designing closing/reopening protocols for optimal student and faculty safety. Recorded minutes and data; served on Government and Facilities Committees.
SECRETARY & ALUMNAE ASSN. PRESIDENT, BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2014-2019
Westrick Music Academy, Princeton, NJ
- Evaluated and rewrote Executive Board bylaws and planned retreat agendas/professional development. Assisted in creating the organization's Child Protection Policy, established and maintained relationships with families and past choristers while expanding alumnae contact databases. Attended events to develop professional network of potential donors. Maintained and updated minutes in digital database.
Certification
- New Jersey State Principal Certification
- Pennsylvania Music Certification K-12
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
DIRECTOR OF SUMMER PROGRAMS
Stuart Country Day School
09.2023 - Current
LOWER SCHOOL TEACHER
Stuart Country Day School Of The Sacred Heart
08.2016 - Current
DIRECTOR, ACADEMIC ACADEMY
Stuart Country Day School Of The Sacred Heart
06.2015 - 08.2023
CO-DIRECTOR, UPPER SCHOOL STUDENT ACTIVITIES
Stuart Country Day School Of The Sacred Heart
08.2014 - 06.2019
MUSIC TEACHER
Stuart Country Day School Of The Sacred Heart
08.2011 - 06.2016
- New Jersey State Principal Certification
- Pennsylvania Music Certification K-12
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Aspiring Leaders Program
Aspiring Leaders Cohort 1
The College of New Jersey
Masters of Education from Educational Leadership
Elizabethtown College
Bachelor of Arts from Music Education
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