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Kelley Bateman

Haverhill

Summary

Results-driven professional with a strong background in relationship-building, client engagement, and strategic planning. Skilled in consultative selling, needs assessment, and persuasive communication. Demonstrated ability to analyze data, drive performance, and consistently exceed targets. Seeking a sales position to leverage leadership experience, negotiation skills, and customer-focused approach in delivering exceptional results.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Director

Merrimack College
11.2021 - Current

• Led a team of 8 professionals, driving growth initiatives, student programming, and retention.

• Cultivated strong relationships with students and families, ensuring satisfaction and long-term engagement.

• Directly responsible for engagement with parents and students to drive revenue growth, while streamlining operations and enhancing team performance to convert institutional objectives to exceed enrollment and revenue targets.

• Utilized customer relationship management systems and analytic tools to track enrollment and growth, optimize follow-up strategies, and improved decision-making.

• Delivered compelling presentations to prospective students, parents, and campus partners to showcase program, benefits, and value.

• Applied consultative sales techniques to guide prospective students and partners through the decision-making process, resulting in increased enrollment.

• Implemented data-driven strategies to monitor and enhance key performance metrics.

• Increased student retention in my department to 86%, surpassing the national average of 76.5%.

• Led students in career exploration, effectively coaching them toward professional success

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Academic Success Coach

Merrimack College
03.2020 - 11.2021

• Managed a diverse caseload of students, providing individualized support and guidance.

• Delivered persuasive presentations at open houses, 1:1 visits, tours, and college fairs.

• Conducted over 800 student meetings, developing tailored action plans for success.

Classroom Teacher

Massachusetts Public Schools
08.2008 - 03.2020
  • Massachusetts Educator Licensure: English, Grades 5-8
  • Designed and delivered engaging lessons that improved student outcomes.
  • Led team meetings with parents, students, and faculty to develop customized learning strategies.
  • Developed strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills to drive engagement and success of students.

Special Education Teacher

Methuen Public Schools
08.2013 - 06.2017
  • Thrived in a highly challenging environment in a public school system
  • Successfully helped 30 students move through the public education system
  • Led team meetings (students, teachers, parents) to evaluate progress, determine needs, and develop strategies that consider students' challenges and limitations while holding them to high standards
  • Massachusetts Educator Licensure: Special Education, Grades 5-12

Sales & Marketing Support Representative

Brockway Smith Company
02.1999 - 09.2003

• Developed and maintained strong relationships with existing and potential contractors, builders, and industry professionals to drive sales growth.

• Responded to customer complaints, provided appropriate solutions, and followed up to ensure resolution

• Conducted consultative sales meetings to assess customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.

• Utilized data-driven strategies to track performance, identify opportunities, and exceed sales targets.

• Assisted in developing and delivering engaging product presentations and training sessions to educate clients on product offerings.

• Negotiated pricing, terms, and service agreements to ensure customer satisfaction and long-term partnerships.


Education

Master of Education - Special Education

American International College
Springfield, MA
05.2013

Bachelor of Science - Middle School Education

Salem State College
Salem, MA
05.2004

Skills

  • Team Leadership & Training
  • Relationship Building & Client Engagement
  • Persuasive Communication & Negotiation
  • Presentation & Public Speaking
  • Strategic Planning & Goal Setting
  • Consultative Sales & Needs Assessment
  • Data Analysis & Performance Metrics
  • Conflict Resolution & Problem Solving
  • Adaptability & Time Management
  • Data Organization and Analysis
  • Performance Standards and Analysis
  • Advanced knowledge of technology

Timeline

Program Director

Merrimack College
11.2021 - Current

Academic Success Coach

Merrimack College
03.2020 - 11.2021

Special Education Teacher

Methuen Public Schools
08.2013 - 06.2017

Classroom Teacher

Massachusetts Public Schools
08.2008 - 03.2020

Sales & Marketing Support Representative

Brockway Smith Company
02.1999 - 09.2003

Bachelor of Science - Middle School Education

Salem State College

Master of Education - Special Education

American International College
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