Alexandra Gonzales

Strategic leader overseeing student recruitment, enrollment, and retention for a K–12 charter school. Spearhead initiatives to ensure 100% enrollment by the first day of school, drive student growth through targeted recruitment, and sustain high retention through strong family onboarding and engagement strategies.

• Developed and executed a comprehensive, data-informed recruitment plan tailored to school history and trends, resulting in [XX]% year-over-year enrollment growth.
• Led cross-functional enrollment teams, providing ongoing coaching and performance support to School Office Managers and Enrollment Coordinators to meet and exceed enrollment targets.
• Planned and facilitated school tours, open houses, and external community events to build strong partnerships and drive applicant pipeline.
• Launched multi-platform digital recruitment campaigns (Facebook, Instagram, community groups), increasing lead generation by [XX]% over prior year.
• Designed and implemented a high-touch family onboarding experience, achieving over 80% new family retention year-over-year.
• Managed re-enrollment campaigns and lottery processes to ensure compliance and maximize student retention.
• Built and maintained a weekly enrollment tracking system to monitor progress, identify gaps, and swiftly pivot strategies.
• Created an annual recruitment and outreach calendar aligned with school growth goals and community engagement opportunities.

Program was discontinued in early 2025 due to loss of Department of Defense funding.

• Delivered high-impact STEM instruction focused on aerospace, engineering design, robotics, chemistry, coding, and team-building for diverse student cohorts.
• Created an engaging, student-centered classroom environment that balanced professionalism and approachability, fostering academic growth and confidence.
• Served as a dynamic role model and mentor, inspiring underrepresented youth in STEM to explore technology-driven career paths.
• Maintained classroom excellence while adapting lessons to meet a range of learning styles and developmental needs.
• Represented the program with professionalism in collaboration with military personnel, school district leaders, and community partners.
• Contributed to StarbaseAR’s recognition as one of the top three Starbase programs nationwide.
• Demonstrated leadership, flexibility, and commitment amid program transitions and eventual budget-related closure.

Led strategic public relations and community engagement efforts for a national supplemental insurance provider serving working families. Drove market expansion, strengthened partnerships, and delivered educational outreach to boost brand trust and visibility.

• Built and maintained relationships across diverse markets, partnering with unions, schools, and associations to offer no-cost supplemental benefit programs.
• Re-engaged and recovered previously lost accounts by resolving partner concerns and re-establishing trust, directly contributing to revenue growth and retention.
• Served on the exclusive 5-member Annual Growth Council, recognized for leadership and contributions to regional expansion strategies.
• Named Public Relations Specialist of the Month for record-breaking outreach and partner engagement success.
• Coordinated presentations and benefit overviews for member organizations, tailoring communication to meet unique community and cultural needs.
• Created and distributed educational materials that increased member understanding and uptake of insurance benefits.
• Tracked client interactions and outreach data to inform strategy, improve service, and refine team PR approaches.
• Represented the company at community events and networking opportunities to promote mission alignment and generate new leads.

Oversaw a high-volume portfolio of 300+ vehicle lease accounts within a fast-paced financial services environment. Managed client communications, account performance, and risk strategies to optimize collections and client satisfaction.

• Monitored and maintained 300+ active lease accounts, ensuring timely payments and identifying high-risk accounts for intervention.
• Collected outstanding balances, negotiated payment arrangements, and implemented customized repayment plans to support both client retention and revenue recovery.
• Assessed financial risk and account delinquency trends to proactively reduce default rates and maintain portfolio health.
• Communicated regularly with clients, internal departments, and external stakeholders to resolve escalations and maintain trust.
• Delivered accurate, up-to-date financial reporting to leadership, contributing to informed decision-making and forecasting.
• Collaborated cross-functionally with compliance, legal, and underwriting teams to ensure account accuracy and regulatory alignment.
• Recognized for effectively balancing firm financial enforcement with client relationship management, reducing charge-offs and increasing monthly collections.

Provided in-home developmental support and education for children ranging from newborn to second grade. Designed and delivered personalized, play-based learning plans tailored to each child’s developmental stage, needs, and interests.

• Created and implemented individualized early education plans focused on cognitive, emotional, language, and motor development.
• Supported social-emotional growth through structured routines, conflict resolution strategies, and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Designed hands-on, age-appropriate lessons aligned with early childhood milestones and school readiness skills.
• Taught foundational life skills including hygiene, basic nutrition, self-regulation, and early independence.
• Communicated regularly with parents to provide developmental updates, home strategy suggestions, and collaborative goal-setting.
• Monitored and documented developmental progress, adapting plans as needed to support each child's growth.
• Maintained nurturing, consistent environments that fostered learning, trust, and stability over long-term placements.

Provided individualized academic and behavioral support to kindergarten and special education students, with a focus on literacy development, early intervention, and inclusive classroom practices.

• Delivered targeted reading instruction using evidence-based interventions, tailored to the developmental needs of early learners and students with IEPs.
• Adapted lesson materials and teaching strategies to accommodate a range of learning styles, abilities, and sensory needs.
• Implemented behavior management techniques and social-emotional learning strategies to support positive classroom engagement and growth.
• Collaborated closely with classroom teachers, special education staff, and service providers to execute IEP goals and progress monitoring plans.
• Assisted students with personal care and classroom routines, promoting independence, confidence, and life skills.
• Created a nurturing, structured environment where students felt safe, supported, and motivated to learn.
• Communicated regularly with families to share updates on academic progress and behavioral milestones.