Dr. NADIA J. JONES
Decatur,GA
Summary
20-year Education and Youth Development Executive with diverse full-scale experience leading educational, financial and operational strategies for multi-site education learning centers and community organizations. Highly proficient in utilizing creativity and ingenuity as well as best practices to cultivate strong community Involvement and impact, superior evidence-based educational curriculum and immensely capable and motivated staff, while maintaining and growing a healthy financial position.
Seasoned Director of Strategic Partnerships with a background in fostering beneficial corporate relationships. Strengths lie in identifying and cultivating potential partnerships, strategic planning, and implementing initiatives that drive growth. Previous roles have demonstrated success in facilitating alliances between organizations to achieve mutual objectives. Known for insightful leadership and adept negotiation skills, consistently leading teams towards operational excellence.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
ROLLINS CENTER FOR LANGUAGE & LITERACY - ATLANTA SPEECH SCHOOL
01.2022 - Current
- Cultivated and managed 40+ strategic partnerships with schools, districts, nonprofits, and corporations.
- Led statewide literacy implementation across 15 districts and 200+ schools.
- Designed and implemented a Partnership Pipeline to optimize engagement and performance tracking.
- Delivered coaching and technical support to ensure high-fidelity use of asynchronous professional development tools.
- Achieved 95%+ partner satisfaction through responsive and solutions-driven relationship management.
- Advanced fundraising efforts through strategic grant proposals, MOUs, and impact reporting.
- Built and sustained high-impact partnerships to expand literacy equity and access.
- Co-led initiatives to increase early literacy access in underserved communities.
- Supported data collection and reporting to drive strategic decision-making and secure funding.
CHIEF CONTENT OFFICER & LEARNING INNOVATION EXPERT Consultant
KAPLAN EARLY LEARNING COMPANY
01.2021 - Current
- Oversee marketing content across platforms to drive sales, engagement, retention, and lead generation.
- Identify and implement digital solutions for schools and organizations.
- Support authors with content creation and audience engagement.
- Develop courses, curricula, and learning resources for educators.
- Contribute to editing and title acquisitions for upcoming publications.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT)
ATLANTA FIRST DAY SCHOOL/ATLANTA FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Atlanta, USA
01.2021 - Current
- Provide strategic leadership across educational, financial, and operational functions.
- Attract, retain, and cultivate high-performing talent to drive organizational excellence.
- Ensure full compliance with state and federal education standards and certifications.
- Forge and strengthen community partnerships to expand comprehensive early childhood services.
- Design and execute sustainable growth strategies aligned with community needs and organizational goals.
EDTECH CONSULTANT
COVELLO, LLC
GA
01.2013 - 01.2020
- Led digital solution implementation for clients including The Children’s School, Comcast, AT&T, and Atlanta Public Schools.
- Delivered professional development to diverse stakeholder groups.
- Cultivated strong client relationships, ensuring alignment with evolving needs and deliverables.
- Conducted site visits and developed comprehensive needs assessments, School Improvement Plans, and action plans.
DIRECTOR OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
ATLANTA CHILDREN’S SHELTER
GA
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Provided nationally accredited (NAEYC) early childhood education and family support services to families in transition (homeless).
- Led and collaborated with children, faculty, staff, families and the broader community to carry out the values and mission of ACS.
- Directed, managed, monitored and maintained control over all aspects of campus operations.
- Worked closely with faculty and the Educational Coordinating Team to guide curriculum.
CENTER DIRECTOR
KNOWLEDGE LEARNING CORPORATION
VA/GA
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Led and operated nationally ranked early learning centers.
- Developed strong community partnerships that supported the growth and strategic development of each early learning center.
- Acknowledged throughout the company for employing clear ideals, standards, customer service and integrity to the mix of leadership and decision-making.
- Assisted in recruitment, hiring, supervising and coaching staff of varied levels of education and experience to ensure program quality and positive outcomes for children and families.
TEACHER
INFINITY OPTIONS, LLC
NC
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Provided parallel instruction for students who needed additional support in general education classroom settings.
- Completed and implemented Individualized Education Program (IEP) for students with disabilities as well as conducted further assessment, if and when necessary.
EARLY LEARNING DIRECTOR
JARVIS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
GA
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Developed and managed effective systems to measure student success and create program goals.
- Provided a safe place for children ages 4-12 to learn and receive tutorial support and participate in enrichment activities.
- Presented creative curriculum, school readiness goals and checkpoint outcome reports to families and staff.
Education
DOCTORATE DEGREE - Education Leadership
Clark Atlanta University
MASTER’S DEGREE - Education Leadership
George Mason University
BACHELOR’S DEGREE - Family & Community Services
East Carolina University
Skills
- Multi-location management
- Fundraising/grant writing
- Social impact
- Multi-year strategic direction
- Youth development
- Cross-sectoral support
- Trauma informed care
- Large-scale program development
- Evidence-based curriculum
- Content development
- Recruitment, retention and management
- Organizational prioritization
Professional Memberships
- National Association for the Education of Young Children, 01/20, Present, Governing Board Member
- Georgia Association for Young Children, 01/12, Present, Executive Committee/Board Member
- Atlanta Public Schools, 01/18, 12/20, South Atlanta Cluster Advisory Team
- CEO of My Life, LLC (Youth Entrepreneurship Incubator), 01/18, 12/20, Learning Innovation Expert
- State Political Affairs Committee for Junior Leagues of GA, 01/13, 12/17, State Political Affairs Committee Delegate/Early Childhood Education Advocate
Timeline
DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
ROLLINS CENTER FOR LANGUAGE & LITERACY - ATLANTA SPEECH SCHOOL
01.2022 - Current
CHIEF CONTENT OFFICER & LEARNING INNOVATION EXPERT Consultant
KAPLAN EARLY LEARNING COMPANY
01.2021 - Current
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT)
ATLANTA FIRST DAY SCHOOL/ATLANTA FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
01.2021 - Current
EDTECH CONSULTANT
COVELLO, LLC
01.2013 - 01.2020
DIRECTOR OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
ATLANTA CHILDREN’S SHELTER
01.2011 - 01.2015
CENTER DIRECTOR
KNOWLEDGE LEARNING CORPORATION
01.2007 - 01.2011
TEACHER
INFINITY OPTIONS, LLC
01.2004 - 01.2007
EARLY LEARNING DIRECTOR
JARVIS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
01.2003 - 01.2007
DOCTORATE DEGREE - Education Leadership
Clark Atlanta University
MASTER’S DEGREE - Education Leadership
George Mason University
BACHELOR’S DEGREE - Family & Community Services
East Carolina University