HOLLY V. FREEBORN
Charlottesville,VA
Summary
Graduate of the University of Virginia with fluency in American Sign Language and extensive experience in staff and student management as the Associate Head of School at Albemarle Montessori. Proven ability to meet and exceed expectations of board directors, administrators, employees, parents, and students. Recognized for honesty, humility, self-motivation, organization, and dependability in all areas.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Head of School
Albemarle Montessori
09.2014 - Current
- Oversee the recruitment, hiring, and training for all new school employees.
- Manage school operations and collaborate with fellow administrators to upload the school's mission in alignment with the VA Standards of Learning.
- Lead professional development workshops to enhance school-wide objectives.
- Responsible for all student admissions, student file maintenance, and the parent portal online database, with meticulous attention to detail.
- Regulate human resource issues, promoting a positive work environment through effective communication and intentional problem solving.
Outreach Director
Lifespring Resource Center
03.2015 - 06.2018
- Managed fast-paced office operations, including client engagement and spreadsheet updates.
- Led team meetings to ensure clear communication and goal alignment.
- Enhanced community involvement through outreach events and effective volunteer coordination.
- Supervised all volunteer activities for in-house and community events, while balancing a director role at the Montessori School.
- Launched 'Hope on Grounds' initiative, connecting UVA & PCCV students to the center's resources.
Assistant Director
Natural Beginnings
05.2011 - 03.2015
- Executed director duties daily, including scheduling, planning, and organizing activities.
- Maintained a safe, nurturing learning environment for all students.
- Managed school's bookkeeping, ensuring accurate student files and parent contacts.
- Calculated and balanced weekly and monthly payments for families, ensuring precise data entry across platforms.
American Sign Language Teacher
Fairfax & Prince William County Schools
04.2004 - 12.2008
- Formulated and implemented comprehensive American Sign Language program for grades one through five.
- Taught and managed classroom of 30 students, fostering a positive and encouraging atmosphere.
- Collaborated with School Board to ensure compliance with K-12 Standards of Learning.
- Built relationships with students, staff, and parents to enhance education engagement.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree -
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
05.2011
Associates Degree and Certification - American Sign Language & Liberal Arts
NORTHERN VIRGINIA COLLEGE
Skills
- School administration
- HR management
- Curriculum development
- Workforce management
- Instructional leadership
- Database management
- Recruitment and hiring
- Training and onboarding
- Staff evaluation and appraisal
- Student behavior support
- Employee relations
- Student services and relations
- Staff retention strategies
- Student admissions
- Project management
- Interpersonal communication
- Strong written communication
- Microsoft Office proficient
- Data analysis and maintenance
- Attention to detail
- Budget management
- Event coordination
- Problem solving
- Strategic planning
- Organizational skills
- Parent and teacher relations
- Goal-oriented
- Team-building skills
- Mission-focused
- Community engagement
- Volunteer coordination
- American Sign Language (fluent)
Certification
- ASL Teaching Certification
- First Aid & CPR Certification
- Virginia Preservice Certification
References
- Debra Lynn, School Administrator, thnkugod@aol.com, 703-899-0688
- Natalie Strother, School Colleague, nataliejb215@hotmail.com, 979-661-0230
- Constance Owuor, School Administrator, c.joanneo@gmail.com, 573-631-5637
- Kathy Brown, Executive Director, brown.ann.kathy@gmail.com, 434-996-2109
Languages
American Sign Language
Full Professional
Timeline
Outreach Director
Lifespring Resource Center
03.2015 - 06.2018
Associate Head of School
Albemarle Montessori
09.2014 - Current
Assistant Director
Natural Beginnings
05.2011 - 03.2015
American Sign Language Teacher
Fairfax & Prince William County Schools
04.2004 - 12.2008
Bachelor’s Degree -
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
Associates Degree and Certification - American Sign Language & Liberal Arts
NORTHERN VIRGINIA COLLEGE
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