LYNN WADDELL
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Experienced academy director with a strong background in operational administration and 18 years of industry expertise. Focused, detail-oriented, and possessing a solid knowledge base. Skilled in prioritizing projects effectively and leading staff initiatives to optimize performance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Academy Director
New Life Academy
12.2004 - Current
- Developed and implemented innovative curricula, policies and procedures to ensure successful program delivery
- Collaborated with teachers to design individualized education plans for special needs students
- Facilitated internal communications between departments to support organizational objectives
- Ensured compliance with state regulations related to safety, health services, transportation services
- Created a positive learning environment for students through collaboration with faculty, staff and parents
- Led efforts to develop marketing strategies to increase enrollment and improve student retention rates
- Trained and supervised staff in the use of effective teaching methods and techniques
- Fostered an inclusive learning environment that respects cultural diversity among students, faculty and staff members
- Conducted assessments of student progress towards meeting academic goals in alignment with state standards.
- Hired, supervised and evaluated teaching faculty and support staff.
- Streamlined administrative processes for increased efficiency in budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
- Established clear performance metrics for faculty evaluations, resulting in higher teaching standards across the board.
- Championed the adoption of technology in classrooms to enhance learning experiences and prepare students for success in a digital world.
- Cultivated a culture of excellence among faculty members by setting high expectations for performance and providing ongoing feedback on progress toward goals.
- Reduced instances of disciplinary issues by implementing a comprehensive behavior management plan across all grade levels.
- Provided support to new and veteran teachers to maximize student learning.
- Spearheaded fundraising campaigns that generated significant revenue for facility improvements and program expansion initiatives.
- Increased enrollment rates by promoting the Academy through open houses, community events, and targeted marketing efforts.
- Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of 300 students and 27 instructors.
Church Custodian
New Life Assembly
08.2009 - 06.2015
- Ensured seamless operation of facilities with timely waste disposal, recycling management, and replenishment of necessary supplies.
- Enhanced cleanliness and appearance of church facilities by consistently performing thorough maintenance tasks.
- Consistently received positive feedback from church staff and congregation members on the cleanliness and well-maintained appearance of the facilities.
- Collaborated effectively with church staff to address specific facility needs, resulting in improved overall operations.
- Supported successful events and services by taking charge of setup, breakdown, and cleaning before and after each function.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
Education
Dental Science - Dentistry
Tidewater Technical Institute
Norfolk, Va09.1999
Business Administration -
College of The Albemarle
Elizabeth City, NC08.1990
Skills
- MS Office
- Office Management
- Documentation skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Inventory Management
- Staff Development
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Church Custodian
New Life Assembly
08.2009 - 06.2015
Academy Director
New Life Academy
12.2004 - Current
Dental Science - Dentistry
Tidewater Technical Institute
Business Administration -
College of The Albemarle
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