MICHAEL McCARTHY
Marblehead,MA
Summary
Motivated and experienced admission professional and educator. Excellent interpersonal and organizational abilities with in-depth knowledge of application and admissions processes. Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills. Pursuing a role utilizing vast experiences to contribute to a mission-driven organization. Takes pride in creating supportive environments and building relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director, Undergraduate Admission
Babson College
01.2024 - Current
- Evaluated applications using a holistic review process that considered both academic achievements and personal qualities of each applicant, ensuring a diverse incoming class each year.
- Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention.
- Organized successful campus events such as open houses and information sessions to showcase what the institution has to offer its students academically and socially.
- Utilized advanced CRM software solutions to manage prospect inquiries efficiently, leading to increased conversion rates from inquiry-to-application stage.
- Built relationships with key stakeholders such as alumni, faculty, and community leaders to strengthen support for university admissions efforts.
Owner
Harbor's End Educational Consulting
03.2021 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and establish a plan.
- Provided personalized customer service to parents and guardians regarding academic needs of students through phone calls, email and live video chat.
- Collaborated with students and families to facilitate independent high school and college admission planning.
Admission Counselor
Landmark School
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Review admissions applications and evaluate student credentials.
- Organize informational visits and manage student admission ambassador program.
- Develop and implement specific recruitment projects and complete reports pertaining to recruitment.
- Serve as primary contact for coordination of application screening and tracking, visit and interview arrangement and marketing communications.
- Maintain positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
Teacher
St. John's Preparatory School
06.2016 - 08.2022
- Team leader: managed grade level team of teachers
- Served on Admission Committee to manage enrollment.
- Part of Middle School Leadership Team: worked with administrators to address issues related to school and student life.
- Acted as student advisor: liaison between students and teachers, as well as between colleagues and parents.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Teacher
Tower School
09.2007 - 06.2016
- Developed and enhanced middle school program: updated social studies curriculum.
- Taught homeroom and collaborated with team of grade level teachers and administrators.
- Served on Admission Committee and Facilities Planning Committee.
- Established relationships with schools worldwide through service projects.
- Served as elected faculty representative to Board of Trustees.
Education
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
University of Denver
Denver, COBachelor of Arts - English
University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, NCSkills
- Slate, MacOS, Windows, G Suite, Microsoft 365, iWork, Blackbaud, Canvas
- Enrollment management and recruiting
- Public speaking and presentations
- Written and verbal communication
- Event planning and organization
- Leadership and collaboration
- Admissions Processes
- School Visits
- Customer Relationship Management
- Data Analysis
Timeline
Assistant Director, Undergraduate Admission
Babson College
01.2024 - Current
Admission Counselor
Landmark School
09.2022 - 08.2023
Owner
Harbor's End Educational Consulting
03.2021 - Current
Teacher
St. John's Preparatory School
06.2016 - 08.2022
Teacher
Tower School
09.2007 - 06.2016
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
University of Denver
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of North Carolina
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