Charles E. Prince

703-***-****

571-***-****

ac7fao@r.postjobfree.com

Woodland Park Apartments

Herndon, VA 20171

Business Manager /Administrator /Planner / Educator

An exceptionally well-qualified Manager and Administratorwith a strong background in education, finance, business administration,planning, and human resources. Fluently bilingual in English and Spanish, with 40 years of experience across Latin America. Proficient in budgeting, cost control, and financial management. Skilled in the use of computers and the latest in information technology. A natural leader with superior organizational abilities andgreat team spirit.

An impressive track record of success in turning around troubled organizations.

Great teaching and communications skills, able to unite, inspire, and motivate people.

Solid business management talent, strong in planning and executing complex financial strategies.

Proficient in teaching, training, and building teams in diverse multi-cultural environments.

Succeeded in developing high levels of rapport and support with colleagues and stakeholders.

Created strategic plans that enlarged enrollment and increased income for the institutions.

Education and Training

Master of Science in School Administration and Supervision

Florida International University – Graduated 1982

Finished First in the graduating class of 1982

Outstanding Graduate Student in Educational Leadership – 1982

Bachelor of Science in Public Administration

University of Arizona – Graduated 1971

Secondary School Teacher Certification

Updates in Educational Technology

University of Arizona – 1996-1997, 1998-2000

Technology, Bilingual Teaching, Educational Supervision, Law, and Finances

Professional Experience

American International School, San Jose, Costa Rica

Director, 2009 – June 30, 2017

Served as the Director of the American International School in San Jose, Costa Rica,with 250 pupils in preschool through 12th grade, and a total staff of 60 employees.

Led financial recovery of a deficit-laden school, achieving solvency within the first year.

Launched a capital improvements program that upgraded essentially all school facilities.

Brought the school back to full accreditation after a long period on academic probation.

Removed all non-certified teachers and strengthened the curriculum in many areas.

Implemented a new technology education program into the course of studies.

Mentored new assistant principals in administration, finance, and leadership.

Instituted an evaluation system for the grading of both students and faculty.

Added in-service education program to help teachersimprove their skills.

Greatly improved morale among students, faculty, staff, and parents.

Lincoln School, San Jose, Costa Rica

Secondary School Principal, 2003 – 2009

Secondary School Principal (Grades 6 through 12) at the Lincoln School in San Jose, Costa Rica, with 600 pupils and a teaching staff of 70 employees.

Brought much-needed stability and contributed to program and curriculum development.

Taught classes and served as a strong role model for younger teachers and administrators.

Participated in the planning, building, and relocation to a new campus facility.

Santa Cruz Cooperative School, Santa Cruz, Bolivia

Director, 2000 – 2003

Director of a school with 620 pupils (Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12) and 88 teachers and staff.

The International School, Santiago, Chile

Elementary School Principal, 1997 – 2000

Principal of an elementary school with 550 pupils and 80employees.

The American Foundation of Guadalajara, Mexico

Director General, 1989 – 1997

Director-General of a school with 1,450 pupils (Pre-K through Grade 12) and 150 teachers and staff.

The American School of Torreon, Mexico

Director General, 1987 – 1989

Director-General of a school with 1,300 pupils (Pre-K through Grade 12) and 125 teachers and staff.

American School of Lima, Peru

Elementary School Principal, 1984 – 1987

Principal of an elementary school with 700+ pupils (Pre-K through Grade 12) and 80+employees.

Awards

Named the Outstanding Young Educator in the Las Cruces NM Public School District in 1973.

Activities

Volunteer work in the communities served, including membership in the American Society in

Lima, Peru, working on many projects to assist the underprivileged.

In summary, I would describe myself as a hard worker, one who gets along very well with all those involved in the institution where I work, and I can see the big picture while attending all details to ensure success of the institution and the success of those whom I manage. I have worked since I was ten years old and want to continue to contribute in a meaningful way.

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