Jenny Blackwood
Operations Manager
Chicago,IL
Summary
Operations professional prepared to leverage extensive experience in operational management to enhance business performance. Expertise in developing and implementing process improvements while fostering collaborative environment to meet organizational goals. Reliable team player with focus on adaptability and achieving targeted results. Proficient in strategic planning and operational efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Accel Schools
08.2022 - 11.2024
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Manager - Strategic Partnerships
San Diego Unified School District
08.2018 - 08.2022
- Enhanced company reputation through successful collaboration with partners on joint projects.
- Monitored industry developments closely to ensure proactive identification of potential challenges or risks affecting existing partnerships or future opportunities.
- Conducted market research to identify trends and emerging partnership opportunities within targeted industries.
- Managed partner relationships to maintain open communication channels and strengthen collaboration efforts.
- Managed contract negotiations with prospective partners while maintaining compliance standards throughout the entire process.
- Negotiated favorable partnership terms, ensuring long-term benefits for both parties.
- Streamlined internal processes related to managing partnerships for more efficient operations and decision making.
Curriculum Coordinator
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter School
08.2015 - 06.2018
- Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to teachers, nurturing their growth as professionals and contributing to a positive school culture.
- Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
- Designed course materials and supported implementation.
Library Media Specialist
Richmond Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2015
- Promoted library through public relations avenues such as library website and newsletter.
- Collected and analyzed data to periodically evaluate school library media programs for continuous improvement against measurable goals.
- Developed and maintained collection of resources appropriate to curriculum, students and teaching and learning styles inherent within school community.
Classroom Teacher
Highpoint Academy Charter School, Aurora
08.2008 - 06.2012
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
Towson University
Towson, MDSkills
- Cross-functional communications
- Project management abilities
- Superb time management skills
- Project planning and development
- Work flow planning
- Complex problems analysis
- Process improvement strategies
- Troubleshooting and problem solving
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteHybridTimeline
Operations Manager
Accel Schools
08.2022 - 11.2024
Manager - Strategic Partnerships
San Diego Unified School District
08.2018 - 08.2022
Curriculum Coordinator
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter School
08.2015 - 06.2018
Library Media Specialist
Richmond Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2015
Classroom Teacher
Highpoint Academy Charter School, Aurora
08.2008 - 06.2012
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
Towson University