Suzanne Sloane
Harrisonburg,VA
Summary
Qualified school leader and businesswoman with a solid background in strategic planning and forging key partnerships. Demonstrated success in leading school development initiatives, resulting in substantial growth and market expansion. Proven expertise in leadership and negotiation, consistently achieving revenue targets and fostering a collaborative team environment. Committed to driving success through innovative strategies and building strong relationships within the education industry.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Business Development
K12, Inc.
06.2022 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased revenue, client satisfaction and company success.
- Enhanced company profitability by implementing strategic business plans and optimizing operational processes.
- Developed new revenue streams by identifying growth opportunities and forging strategic partnerships with key industry players.
- Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
- Negotiated high-value contracts that maximized profitability while mitigating risks for the organization.
- Optimized sales processes to improve efficiency and close rates on deals.
Head of School and Executive Director
Virginia Virtual Academy
01.2009 - 06.2022
- Company Overview: https://vava.k12.com
- Developed a positive school culture by fostering strong relationships among faculty, staff, students, and parents.
- Improved overall school performance by implementing data-driven instructional strategies and curriculum adjustments.
- Enhanced teacher professional development through targeted workshops, coaching sessions, and collaborative planning time.
- Achieved consistently high parent satisfaction ratings by addressing concerns promptly and transparently.
- Increased student enrollment by effectively marketing the school''s unique programs and extracurricular offerings.
School Board Member
Fauquier County Public Schools
01.2015 - 08.2021
- 2017 and 2020 Chair
- Supported fellow board members in developing and implementing policies designed to enhance academic achievement and overall school performance.
- Maintained fiscal responsibility by carefully reviewing district finances and ensuring appropriate allocation of funds to various programs and services.
- Advocated for additional funding opportunities to provide necessary resources for underserved students and schools within the district.
- Fostered a culture of collaboration among school board members, administrators, faculty, staff, and community members by emphasizing open communication and shared decisionmaking.
Board of Directors Member
Boys and Girls Club of Fauquier
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Contributed valuable insights regarding industry trends during board discussions, enabling informed strategic decisionmaking.
- Collaborated with fellow board members to establish a robust succession planning process for key leadership positions within the organization.
- Defined organizational problems to create and implement correction plans.
- Assisted with identifying and recruiting other board members, successfully recruiting 3 board members.
Sr. Director, School Services and Enrollment
K12, Inc
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Worked with K12 CEO and Senior Staff to open state-wide K12 virtual charter schools and develop processes for management of Heads of School.
- Collaborated with legislators to open the first K-12 online public school in Virginia
- Developed strong relationships with key industry partners, fostering collaboration and mutual growth opportunities.
Director, School Management Accountability and Testing
K12, Inc
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Enhanced data-driven decision-making by implementing advanced analytics and reporting tools.
Sr. Manager, Evaluation and Research
K12, Inc
01.2001 - 01.2004
Teacher
Manassas City Public Schools
01.1990 - 01.2001
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Education
B.S. - Elementary Education
The Pennsylvania State University
01.1989
Master's Degree - Education Administration, Education Psychology
The University of Virginia
01.1994
Education Technology Certification -
George Mason University
01.1997
Skills
- School choice options defender
- Public and virtual school leader
- Global business expansion
- Operations management
- Corporate communications
Accomplishments
- Hired, trained and managed 70+ enrollment counselors to accurately place 45,000 students into appropriate K¹² courses in kindergarten through 12th grade.
- Hired, trained, managed over 200 school employees and administrators
- Worked with K12 CEO and Senior Staff to open several state-wide K12 virtual charter schools and develop processes for management of School Executive Directors.
- Worked with legislators to open the first K-12 online public school in Virginia.
- Award winning Teacher
Boardexperience
- Fauquier County Public Schools, School Board Member, 01/01/15, Present, 2019 Chair
- Boys and Girls Club of Fauquier, Board of Directors Member, 01/01/16, Present
Timeline
Vice President of Business Development
K12, Inc.
06.2022 - Current
Board of Directors Member
Boys and Girls Club of Fauquier
01.2016 - 01.2020
School Board Member
Fauquier County Public Schools
01.2015 - 08.2021
Head of School and Executive Director
Virginia Virtual Academy
01.2009 - 06.2022
Sr. Director, School Services and Enrollment
K12, Inc
01.2005 - 01.2009
Director, School Management Accountability and Testing
K12, Inc
01.2004 - 01.2005
Sr. Manager, Evaluation and Research
K12, Inc
01.2001 - 01.2004
Teacher
Manassas City Public Schools
01.1990 - 01.2001
Master's Degree - Education Administration, Education Psychology
The University of Virginia
Education Technology Certification -
George Mason University
B.S. - Elementary Education
The Pennsylvania State University
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