Marcia Sandifer

Program Manager | Enrollment & Family Engagement Strategist | Charter School Operations Leader

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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Highest Level of Education: Bachelor's Degree

Training: First Aid (current), CPR (current), ADA Compliance Training, 9 hours of training on communicating with staff, parents, and the public, 45 hours/3 semester hours of infant and toddler training

Maryland Child Care Credential: Administrator Credential 1

About

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dynamic education professional with more than 10 years of experience driving enrollment growth, community engagement, grants management, communications, and operational excellence within Washington, DC public charter schools, early learning centers, and nonprofit organizations. Proven success leading recruitment, marketing, family engagement, and compliance initiatives that increase student enrollment, strengthen community trust, and improve organizational outcomes.

Skilled in fiscal stewardship, public relations, program development, program implementation, and data-informed decision-making aligned with Federal and State program and grant regulations.

CORE LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS
• Successfully recruited and enrolled 150+ students annually within competitive Washington, DC charter school markets.
• Generated significant revenue growth through strategic enrollment and marketing initiatives.
• Managed federal grants compliance, reporting, and fiscal accountability for Head Start programming.
• Built high-impact partnerships with schools, government agencies, nonprofits, and community organizations.
• Led culturally responsive family engagement initiatives improving participation and trust among underserved populations.
• Demonstrated expertise in education operations, communications, public relations, and social impact leadership within urban school systems.

Core strengths include:
• Charter School Enrollment & Retention
• Strategic Communications & Public Relations
• Grants Management & Compliance
• Family & Community Engagement
• Student Recruitment & Marketing
• Fiscal Stewardship & Reporting
• Program Development & Operations
• Cross-Sector Partnership Building
• Workforce Development Initiatives
• Training & Technical Assistance
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Social Change & Equity-Focused Leadership