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Elizabeth Sylvester-Brown

Colton,CA

Summary

Knowledgeable professional with several years of experience bringing planning and problem-solving abilities. Focused on maximizing resource utilization to support scalable operations and increase bottom-line profitability. Organized and systematic with natural relationship-building and leadership talents. Forward-thinking professional experienced working in educational settings. Focused on building connections with students to strengthen engagement and help students reach full potential. Knowledgeable about planning projects to diversify instruction, immerse students in subject material, and promote continuous skill-building.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Owner

Lightside Creaations
Colton, CA
01.2016 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with all local laws and regulations related to the business operations.
  • Managed operational records for production, inventory, income, and expenses.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the business and completed the production process, from pre-production to post-production.
  • Engaged with customers from around the world to identify their needs, finalize purchase orders, and developed a customer service policy to ensure high levels of satisfaction with products or services.
  • Created content and promoted business across multiple platforms, including video, audio, and written formats.
  • Conducted market research to identify new opportunities for growth.
  • Participated in industry events and workshops to stay updated on content creation trends.
  • Participated in trade shows, conventions, and other events related to industry promotion.
  • Implemented SEO best practices to increase content visibility and engagement.

English Teacher

San Bernardino City Unified School District
San Bernardino, CA
07.2004 - 06.2012
  • Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
  • Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
  • Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
  • Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
  • Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
  • Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
  • One year was taken off after the birth of a child, but continued teaching the same subject upon return.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

California State University - San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA
05-2003

Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing

California State University - San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA
05-2003

Skills

  • Operations Management
  • Issue Resolution
  • Organizational Development
  • Process Improvement
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Student Engagement
  • Technology Integration
  • Motivating students

Certification

  • Single Subject Teaching Credential English

Homeschool Teacher

  • My sons have attended Redlands eAcademy for the past 8 years. This is a public school with a blended learning environment. That means they spend a few hours per week on campus, but the remainder of their education is managed by the parent. I have filled this role for one child for K-7, and the other from grades 4-11.

Timeline

Business Owner

Lightside Creaations
01.2016 - Current

English Teacher

San Bernardino City Unified School District
07.2004 - 06.2012

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

California State University - San Bernardino

Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing

California State University - San Bernardino
Elizabeth Sylvester-Brown