Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Education Credentials
Leadership Community Engagement
Certification
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Annie Cohen

Sherborn

Summary

Dynamic program leader with a proven track record at Wellesley College, specializing in educational program development and compliance management. Demonstrates expertise in strategic budget oversight and team development, effectively fostering community engagement to enhance learning experiences. Successfully managed operations across diverse organizations, driving innovation and excellence in early childhood education and nonprofit initiatives. Aiming to leverage these skills to further enhance educational outcomes and community impact.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Program Administrator and Director

Wellesley College - Child Study Center
01.2008 - Current
  • Lead administrative and educational operations for a nationally respected laboratory preschool affiliated with Wellesley College.
  • Hire, train, and mentor undergraduate student teachers; oversee their placement, supervision, and professional development.
  • Coordinate classroom observations and collaborations with faculty from the Education and Psychology departments.
  • Manage all licensing, regulatory, and documentation requirements in compliance with the MA Department of Early Education and Care.
  • Direct admissions, budget planning, accounts payable, and confidential records for a program serving 50+ preschool children.
  • Oversee medication administration, allergy protocols, snack/meal planning, and curriculum material procurement.
  • Foster strong relationships with families, college faculty, and community partners to support each child's learning journey.

Parent Coordinator, Youth Competitive Teams

Community Rowing, Inc.
01.2010 - 01.2015
  • Coordinated parent and staff support for year-round regattas and events for 250+ youth athletes.

President, Vice President

Wellesley Education Foundation
01.2008 - 01.2014
  • Provided strategic leadership to a nonprofit supporting innovation and excellence in the Wellesley Public Schools.

President, Vice President, Treasurer

Hunnewell Elementary School PTO
01.2004 - 01.2007
  • Led fundraising, communications, and community-building initiatives; managed $90,000 annual budget.

President, Vice President, Treasurer

Wellesley Mothers Forum
01.1999 - 01.2004
  • Oversaw programming, outreach, and fiscal management for an organization supporting families with young children.

Business Development Assistant

Design Continuum, Inc.
01.1995 - 01.1997
  • Supported outreach and proposal development for one of the country's leading product design firms.
  • Played a key role in relationship-building that helped secure new client partnerships.

General Manager

The Wellesley Market
01.1990 - 01.1995
  • Managed daily operations for a local upscale grocery, overseeing staffing, training, merchandising, and customer relations.
  • Cultivated a loyal customer base and strong team culture in a competitive retail environment.

Founder & Owner

Herbie's Home-Made Ice Cream, Inc.
01.1982 - 01.1988
  • Founded and operated three successful ice cream stores; managed hiring, training, and scheduling of 80+ seasonal employees.
  • Created a beloved community brand known for its welcoming atmosphere and signature flavors.

Education

Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA

Skills

  • Strategic program leadership
  • Educational program development
  • Compliance management
  • Strategic budget management
  • Team development
  • Community engagement

References

Available upon request

Education Credentials

Boston College, Chestnut Hill, MA

Massachusetts EEC Teacher & Director I Certified

 CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration Certified

Leadership Community Engagement

  • Wellesley Education Foundation, President, Vice President, 01/01/08, 01/01/14, Provided strategic leadership to a nonprofit supporting innovation and excellence in the Wellesley Public Schools.
  • Community Rowing, Inc., Parent Coordinator, Youth Competitive Teams, 01/01/10, 01/01/15, Coordinated parent and staff support for year-round regattas and events for 250+ youth athletes.
  • Hunnewell Elementary School PTO, President, Vice President, Treasurer, 01/01/04, 01/01/07, Led fundraising, communications, and community-building initiatives; managed $90,000 annual budget.
  • Wellesley Mothers Forum, President, Vice President, Treasurer, 01/01/99, 01/01/04, Oversaw programming, outreach, and fiscal management for an organization supporting families with young children.

Certification

  • MA Department of Early Education & Care (EEC) Teacher & Director 1 certified
  • First Aid, CPR, and Medication Administration certified

Timeline

Parent Coordinator, Youth Competitive Teams

Community Rowing, Inc.
01.2010 - 01.2015

Program Administrator and Director

Wellesley College - Child Study Center
01.2008 - Current

President, Vice President

Wellesley Education Foundation
01.2008 - 01.2014

President, Vice President, Treasurer

Hunnewell Elementary School PTO
01.2004 - 01.2007

President, Vice President, Treasurer

Wellesley Mothers Forum
01.1999 - 01.2004

Business Development Assistant

Design Continuum, Inc.
01.1995 - 01.1997

General Manager

The Wellesley Market
01.1990 - 01.1995

Founder & Owner

Herbie's Home-Made Ice Cream, Inc.
01.1982 - 01.1988

Boston College
Annie Cohen