Colleen Eilola
Marietta,GA
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Committee Chairperson
Princeton Lakes Home Owners Association
01.2024 - Current
- Conceive, organize, and carry out events for over 200 households
- Ensure that timelines and budgets remain within specified limits
- Cultivate relationships and secure donations from local community partners
- Hold quarterly meetings with the HOA board to review and discuss plans
- Oversee vendor relationships and volunteer staff, while upholding an exceptional reputation for the HOA
Project Manager
Family Operations
01.2007 - Current
- Oversee the household budget, expenses, property management, logistics, and scheduling for a family of six
- Organize and coordinate travel arrangements, outings, and activities for as many as 40 family members each year
- Support self-regulation and skill development for children aged 3 to 18 on a daily basis
- Exhibit strong multitasking abilities while maintaining a keen focus on details
- Ensure the alignment and harmony of complex and competing needs
Fundraising Committee Event Chairperson
Amana Academy
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Strategically organized events to invigorate the community while generating vital funds
- Secured donations and fostered relationships with both new and existing community partners
- Regularly engaged with school officials, board members, and committee members to collaborate and plan events
- Acquired and coordinated with vendors
- Promoted and marketed events through local channels and social media
Academic Tutor, Title I
Cobb County
02.2018 - 05.2018
- Temporary role providing academic assistance to students in their greatest area of need
- Milestone test preparation in small groups addressing county standards
- Meticulous record keeping of student progress reported to the Title I department
Scholar Success Specialist
21st Century Community Learning Center
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Offer administrative, operational, and staff support for the community learning center
- Work in partnership with students, parents, and classroom teachers to establish and track academic goals for each individual youth
- Diligently monitor and assess the academic progress of youth, managing cases for up to 70 students
- Create and apply tailored instructional strategies for individual and small-group interventions aimed at enhancing literacy and academic growth
- Link students and their families with suitable internal and external resources and support services, including mental health assistance, crisis intervention, and basic needs support
Paraprofessional & Student Educator
Cobb County
08.2011 - 12.2012
- Assisted the classroom teacher in planning and implementing lessons and activities for students in fifth to eighth grades
- Led large and small group instruction
- Collected and recorded data for IEP goals and objectives
- Learned content to interactively assist children with science, language arts and math curriculum in group and one-on-one settings
Childcare Provider
Kristi Massey & Dawn Wiley
05.2008 - 08.2011
- Supervised, engaged and supported the educational and social development of children in a one-on-one setting
- Facilitated self-regulation through data collection and appropriate interventions
- Planned and executed constructive, age-appropriate activities for young children
Inclusion Counselor
Jewish Community Center
05.2006 - 08.2006
- Provided one-on-one assistance for children with special needs, particularly Autism
- Created and implemented personal behavior/reward plans which facilitated relationship building and participation.
- Managed behavioral concerns and provided encouragement and assistance
- Detailed daily correspondence with parents and supervisors
Education
Teaching Certificate With Reading Endorsement - Behavior & Learning Disabilities
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA01-2011
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Minor Philosophy
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI01-2006
Skills
- ABA Special Ed class at Georgia State University
- Effective classroom management
- Targeted reading support
- Community engagement
- Curriculum development
- Flexible and reliable
- Student evaluation
- Case management
Timeline
Social Committee Chairperson
Princeton Lakes Home Owners Association
01.2024 - Current
Academic Tutor, Title I
Cobb County
02.2018 - 05.2018
Scholar Success Specialist
21st Century Community Learning Center
08.2017 - 05.2018
Fundraising Committee Event Chairperson
Amana Academy
08.2016 - 08.2018
Paraprofessional & Student Educator
Cobb County
08.2011 - 12.2012
Childcare Provider
Kristi Massey & Dawn Wiley
05.2008 - 08.2011
Project Manager
Family Operations
01.2007 - Current
Inclusion Counselor
Jewish Community Center
05.2006 - 08.2006
Teaching Certificate With Reading Endorsement - Behavior & Learning Disabilities
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Minor Philosophy
Eastern Michigan University