Occupation:Educational Administrator |
Location:Boynton Beach, FL |
Education Level:Master |
Will Relocate:YES |
Description
To contribute to the overall success ofa progressive 2 I" century, growtli-oriented school in a leadership position with diverse responsibilities. EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANT 2003~Prcsent Curriculum development training grant writing start-up initiatives negotiations analyze problems identity alternative solutions project consequences of proposed actions implement recornrnendations in support ofsehool goals consult with low performing schools to improve graduation and retention rates charter school application assistance SALES COUNSELOR 2008 - Present SERVICE CORP()RA'I`ION INTERNATIONAL (SCI) West Palm Beach, Fiorida Assist famiiies and individuals with formulating preneed funeral arrangernents using cons ultive sales approach while ensuring sales quotas are achieved. P' Conduct educational seminars to large groups, foster enduring relationships with elder care attorneys, assisted living facilities and religious institutions. > Top Sales producer tor South Florida Region in 20 I2 P' lixcecdcd company sales projections tor ten of twelve months in 2009-I-i015 P Finished in top 5% ofthe company sales for the Region in 2009 - 2015 lt- Initiated social events at Morse Geriatrics in conjunction with Vitas llospicc OPIGIRATIONS I BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT J FOUNDERI PRINCIPAL 1999 - 2008 Cl-nut', 'eR Seaoot, SERVICES I Slravtvoas Cinemas Senoot. West Palm Beach, Florida initiated and developed the model for Iwo not for profit educational institutes for "at risk" youth. Negotiated charter with the School District of Palm Beach County. Responsibilities included recruitment and selection of students and staff curriculum and stalT development, evaluation of all stall, daily operations, reporting of school activities to Board of Directors, monitoring, tracking and reporting student achievement and retention rates. b Effectively managed a $6 Million annual budget, with other liscal duties encompassing forecasting, reporting, cost reduction, and banking relations. D' Ovcrsaw a staff of 75 professionals. Managed payroll and benefits, career development, labor relations, and ensured compliance with internal and external guidelines and mandates. I* Proactively directed facility development, from conception though architectural planning, groundbreaking, conslruction, final approval and signoff. Ensured projects delivered on time and at or below budget. Managed purchasing of all fiirniturc, ll" equipment and infrastructure. telecommunications hardware and software, and consumables from approved vendors. Marc Flarner Page 2 D- Markcned services to appropriate audiences, consistently achieving revenue and profitability projections. > liiiforts resulted in receiving "Best I" Year Charter School" recognition in the State of lilorida. It Improved graduation rate for the School District of Palm Beach County by 1% in first year of operation- ir Retention rate for stud ents was consistently over 70% for live consecuive years. P- Developed a model for community service and peer tutorial. 5' Created faculty incentives resulting in low employee turnover and absc nteeism. S1-:Num ADMlNIS'l`R \Tl0N 1994 - 1999 (501.0 Coast' Illou Scuoor. I Joi-1N I. Llaouann I-HGH Scliool. West Palm Beach, Florida Responsible for a range of administrative functions. Evaluated and guided staff to achieve or exceed performance and compliance req uiremcnts. I-lired and mentored new employees. Developed and implemented policies and procedures governing all aspects ofoperations. H* Monitored and assisted with the evaluation ofthe instructional prograrn and teaching stafil it Promoted in-service training and staff development for assigned persor-nel. > Dctcrrnined the eligibility of candidates seeking admission. P Conducted interviews and subsequent registration of ineom ing students. P Led department head meetings and educated staffregarding policy changes and new programs. Concnmc /COUNSELING 1984 - 1993 Snwmtuciss Elton SCl~IOOIfl'Al.M BEACH COMMUNITY COLLEGE West Palm Beach, Florida Initiated and developed first conflict mediation program in the Palm Beach County school system. P Planned and managed orientation sessions, parent conferences and stuoentheacher meetings. * Counseled students with regard to educational, personal and vocational issues. 5 Assistant coach for varsity football, as well as liaison for collcgc recruiters I* Provided program advising and coordinated graduation requirements.
