Reliable and professional educational specialist/consultant offering over 16 years of experience managing diverse responsibilities in both the education and corporate industries. Proficient in managing calendars, organizing and facilitating meetings and events, and communicating with internal and external stakeholders. Possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to successfully work independently and as part of a team.
Created and facilitated thousands of virtual and onsite professional development presentations for teachers, coaches, and administrators across the United States
Designed customized professional development topics, sessions, and schedules with and for school administrators, teachers, and colleagues
Arranged travel itineraries, accommodations, and ground transportation via CWT (Carlson Wagonlit Travel)
Organized and maintained personal and team calendars
Scheduled and led company and customer meetings and appointments
Developed and managed corporate marketing and sales events and presentations
Handled sensitive information discreetly
Drafted, edited, and finalized company and customer documents, presentations, and reports
Submitted weekly expense and travel reimbursement reports
Composed and initiated daily email and phone correspondences
Managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks to maintain deadlines and high-quality deliverables
Utilized multiple systems and databases to enter, update, and retrieve information (Salesforce, Oracle, Microsoft)
Served as liaison to facilitate effective communication between customers and internal staff
Streamlined internal processes to ensure first-class customer support
Planned and orchestrated work to guarantee all team member priorities are met, goals are achieved, and best practices are upheld
Contributed to program and professional development sales and district wins
Assumed leadership role in multi-trainer professional development events
Built internal capacity within schools and districts nation-wide to develop strong clientele relationships
Maintained excellent rapport with customers and colleagues
Set targeted outcomes based upon district goals and initiatives
Monitored implementation plans to ensure that expected goals were met
Analyzed data to create program summaries and recommendations
Provided Live-Chat customer support
Public School Classroom and Reading Teacher, K-5
Bay Shore School District
08.2007 - 06.2012
Differentiated instruction based on student observations, assessments, and Literacy Collaborative model
Developed and implemented curriculum and lessons in alignment with NYS standards and student needs
Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress
Promoted and led parent conference meetings
Prepared and implemented adult workshops & presentations for parents and colleagues
Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing guided reading groups and targeted instruction
Administered and evaluated student benchmark assessments and running records
Designed and implemented Academic Intervention Services for remedial reading and math instruction
Observed, mentored, trained, and supervised student teacher
Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students
Supported struggling readers through individualized interventions and progress monitoring, leading to improved reading levels
Observed and assessed student behaviors
Analyzed data to drive future instruction
Established and maintained positive rapport with students, parents, and colleagues
Planned and managed day to day operations
Served as mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques
Cultivated a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education, applying new techniques in the classroom
Education
Master of Arts - Literacy And Cognition
St. Joseph's College
Patchogue, NY
08.2008
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
State University of New York (SUNY)
New Paltz, NY
12.2005
Skills
Exceptional reading, writing, editing, listening, organizational, technical, and verbal communication skills
Curriculum development / lesson planning
Calendar and scheduling management
Travel planning and coordination
Expense report preparation and submission
Correspondence drafting and editing
Project and event planning, coordination, and management
Time management, prioritization, and multitasking
Presentation creation and facilitation
Coaching and training development
Problem-solving, decision-making, attention to detail
Adaptability and flexibility
Research and information gathering
Public speaking and interpersonal skills
Data analysis and reporting
Confidentiality and discretion
Microsoft PPT/Office proficiency & Technology integration
Relationship building
Critical thinking
Customer relations
Documentation and report management
Certification
NYS Public School Teacher Certification; Literacy (Birth-Grade 6)
NYS Professional Public School Teacher Certification; Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)
Timeline
Educational Specialist / Trainer & Consultant
Savvas Learning Company (formerly Pearson K12)
04.2013 - 06.2022
Public School Classroom and Reading Teacher, K-5
Bay Shore School District
08.2007 - 06.2012
Master of Arts - Literacy And Cognition
St. Joseph's College
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
State University of New York (SUNY)
NYS Public School Teacher Certification; Literacy (Birth-Grade 6)
NYS Professional Public School Teacher Certification; Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)
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