Cathryn Blalock Hardy
Charleston
Summary
As a dedicated professional, I currently serve as Head of Enrollment and Communications for Buckhead Preparatory School in Atlanta. My years of experience as a classroom educator laid a strong foundation for success in marketing our school. Because of a passion for helping students and families, I have prioritized relationships as an essential factor to serve in this role. Planning skills and a keen understanding of market dynamics have enabled me to excel in communicating the value of our school and to meet and exceed growth initiatives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Enrollment Management and Communications
Buckhead Preparatory School
07.2023 - Current
- Collaborates with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
- Implements strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention.
- Guide and support faculty and staff in development of new programs.
- Develops and implements student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- Takes photographs and videos during special events for promotional materials and social media pages.
- Communicates company promotions, products, and services to clients to increase brand awareness and overall revenue.
- Creates social media content across multiple platforms according to content calendars and promotion schedules.
- Prepares or edits organizational publications such as school wide newsletter
Social Media Manager
Buckhead Preparatory School
08.2021 - Current
- Develops and implements social media strategy for school's accounts
- Creates and curates contact for social media channels such as Facebook and Instagram
- Monitors social media accounts and responds to inquiries, comments from followers
- Builds engagement and fosters sense of community among students, families, faculty and staff through social media
- Manages paid social media campaigns to increase visibility and engagement
- Successfully engages families through social media
Admissions Team Member
Buckhead Preparatory School
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted applicants with admissions packet and served as point of contact throughout admissions process
- Helped with interview process, orientation program and implementation of admissions policies as applications were considered
- Answered phones and called prospects
- Led tours of facility for potential clients and families to highlight features and benefits of Buckhead Prep.
- Explained questions in better detail for interviewees to allow truthful answers
- Obtained updated contact information from all subjects and verified data for accuracy
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
Primary Teacher
Buckhead Preparatory School
07.2019 - 05.2023
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students
- Used learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes and textures to help students develop communication skills and build relationships
Elementary Science and Social Studies Teacher
Buckhead Preparatory School
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities
2nd Grade Teacher
Buckhead Preparatory School
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication
Teacher Assistant
Kingdom Kids Academy
10.2016 - 06.2019
- Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes, consistently noting successful ideas and identifying areas for improvement.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education And Communications
North Greenville University
05.2015
Skills
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Campus Tours
- Time Management
- Social and Academic Development
- Program Planning
- Media Communications
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Interpersonal Skills
Timeline
Head of Enrollment Management and Communications
Buckhead Preparatory School
07.2023 - Current
Admissions Team Member
Buckhead Preparatory School
08.2022 - 06.2023
Social Media Manager
Buckhead Preparatory School
08.2021 - Current
Elementary Science and Social Studies Teacher
Buckhead Preparatory School
08.2021 - 05.2022
2nd Grade Teacher
Buckhead Preparatory School
08.2020 - 05.2021
Primary Teacher
Buckhead Preparatory School
07.2019 - 05.2023
Teacher Assistant
Kingdom Kids Academy
10.2016 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education And Communications
North Greenville University
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