I am a results-driven, highly strategic educational leader with over 20 years of proven expertise directing academic operations, international faculty management, and institutional growth. I build and scale educational programs, drive high-value business initiatives, and ensure rigorous regulatory and financial compliance. I excel at curriculum design, administrative frameworks, and cross-functional team leadership to deliver top-tier academic excellence and operational efficiency.

Andrew Barsch

I am a results-driven, highly strategic educational leader with over 20 years of proven expertise directing academic operations, international faculty management, and institutional growth. I build and scale educational programs, drive high-value business initiatives, and ensure rigorous regulatory and financial compliance. I excel at curriculum design, administrative frameworks, and cross-functional team leadership to deliver top-tier academic excellence and operational efficiency.

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I am a results-driven, highly strategic educational leader with over 20 years of proven expertise directing academic operations, international faculty management, and institutional growth. I build and scale educational programs, drive high-value business initiatives, and ensure rigorous regulatory and financial compliance. I excel at curriculum design, administrative frameworks, and cross-functional team leadership to deliver top-tier academic excellence and operational efficiency.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Owner & Director General at Beechwood School
January 1, 2018 - Present
Direct all business operations, strategic growth, and academic administration for an international language school specializing in extracurricular programs, language camps, and intensive exam preparation. Recruit, train, and manage cross-functional teams of international educators, optimizing scheduling, payroll, and workforce allocation to maximize operational efficiency. Oversee complete financial and legal compliance, utilizing automated bookkeeping systems and specialized labor frameworks. Pioneer curriculum design and quality assurance metrics, substantially increasing client retention and driving high-value institutional partnerships.
Head Teacher at Beechwood School
September 1, 2006 - June 1, 2016
Commanded the entire Spanish Department as sole Department Head, architecting comprehensive K-8 language curricula and academic benchmarks. Led instructional delivery for diverse student populations (ages 5 to 14), implementing cutting-edge pedagogical methodologies and continuous assessment tracking. Directed extracurricular Student Council program, mentoring student leaders and managing cross-functional institutional projects and school-wide events.
English Faculty & IT Lead at Colegio Base
September 1, 2000 - June 1, 2006
Delivered advanced instruction in Cultural Studies, English Language, and Information Technology (IT) within a rigorous, full English immersion environment. Developed and executed cross-disciplinary lesson plans, integrating technology into the core curriculum to modernize student learning outcomes. Collaborated with departmental heads to align institutional standards, support faculty integration, and foster strong parent-teacher communication.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in English Literature at Michigan State University
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1995

Qualifications

Professional Development & Continuous Training in Educational Leadership, Curriculum Innovation, and Pedagogical Seminars
January 11, 2030 - May 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Education