Emily Van Buskirk
Midlothian,VA
Summary
Experienced and dedicated leader with 10 years in the human services field, passionate about driving positive change through strong leadership, data-driven decision-making, and collaboration. Skilled in streamlining operations, developing impactful programs, and building strong relationships with stakeholders to improve services and outcomes. A natural problem-solver who thrives in dynamic environments, balancing big-picture strategy with hands-on support. Ready to take the next step into senior leadership to make a broader impact on communities and organizational growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education Director
Huntington Learning Center
Henrico, VA
03.2025 - Current
- As the Education Director at HLC, I oversee daily operations, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and high-quality service delivery. I support program development by analyzing data, improving processes, and aligning initiatives with organizational goals. Managing staff and fostering collaboration, I work closely with stakeholders and community partners to enhance services and outreach. Additionally, I assist with budgeting, resource management, and policy implementation to drive sustainable growth and impact. My role balances strategic planning with hands-on leadership to improve outcomes for both the organization and the communities we serve.
Content K-12 Tutor
Huntington Learning Center
Henrico, VA
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Provided reading, writing, and math instruction to students in a small-group setting.
Special Education Teacher
Chesterfield County Public Schools
Chesterfield, VA
08.2020 - 12.2024
- Grades Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, and 5th
- At Hopkins Road Elementary, I optimized data processes to enhance strategic planning and performance. I led individualized plan development, ensured compliance, and facilitated cross-functional collaboration. Leveraging technology, I improved engagement and learning outcomes while managing multiple projects efficiently. My data-driven insights contributed to institutional goals and stakeholder alignment.
Special Education Teacher
Patrick Copeland Elementary School
Hopewell, VA
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Grades Kindergarten, 2nd and 4th
- At Patrick Copeland Elementary, I leveraged data-driven strategies to enhance performance, fostered cross-departmental collaboration to improve programs, and maintained stakeholder communication to drive progress. Through strategic planning and resource management, I developed scalable systems for success.
Special Education Teacher
Henrico County Public Schools
Henrico, VA
08.2016 - 06.2018
- Grades 3, 4, and 5
- At Ruby F Carver Elementary, I leveraged data-driven strategies to enhance performance, fostered cross-departmental collaboration to improve programs, and maintained stakeholder communication to drive progress. Through strategic planning and resource management, I developed scalable systems for success.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education, General
Longwood University
Farmville, VA05-2016
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Studies General Curriculum, PK-6
Longwood University
Farmville, VA05-2015
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Flexibility
- Oral and Written Communication
- Collaboration
- Time Management
- Marketing
- Program coordination
- Operations management
- Staff coordination
- Customer Service
- Sales
Certification
- Teaching License - 2020-2030
- Elementary Eduction, Pre K-6
- Special Education, K-12
Timeline
Education Director
Huntington Learning Center
03.2025 - Current
Content K-12 Tutor
Huntington Learning Center
01.2025 - 02.2025
Special Education Teacher
Chesterfield County Public Schools
08.2020 - 12.2024
Special Education Teacher
Patrick Copeland Elementary School
08.2018 - 06.2020
Special Education Teacher
Henrico County Public Schools
08.2016 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Studies General Curriculum, PK-6
Longwood University
Master of Science - Special Education, General
Longwood University