Katherine J. Stechner
Franklin,WI
Summary
Versatile professional with a unique blend of experience in education, retail, and customer service. Expertise in lesson planning, classroom management, and team collaboration, complemented by a strong customer service background. Skilled in fostering positive environments that enhance student learning and engagement.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Education/EduStaff
Franklin, WI
01.2023 - Current
- Crafted engaging lesson plans that promoted active student participation.
- Delivered classroom instruction according to lesson plans.
- Maintained positive learning environment by effectively managing classroom behavior.
- Oversaw student activities during lunch and recess to ensure safety and adherence to rules.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Franklin Public Schools
Franklin, WI
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop inclusive curriculum that meets diverse student needs.
- Instructed students on various subjects to enhance their academic understanding. in various stages of cognitive, linguistic, social and emotional development.
- Interacted with children and promoted good behavior through positive reinforcement methods.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Implemented technology tools to support student learning and engagement.
Summer school teacher
Franklin Public School Dst
Franklin, Wisconsin
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student needs.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student understanding.
- Organized materials and resources for effective lesson delivery.
- Facilitated group discussions about topics related to course material.
- Prepared materials for classroom use such as handouts, tests and quizzes.
- Encouraged positive behavior in the classroom by using effective discipline strategies.
Freelance Makeup Artist
Bobbi Brown, Laura Mercier & Chanel Cosmetics
Milwaukee, WI
01.2002 - 01.2017
- Designed and applied makeup for various occasions including events and photoshoots.
- Consulted with clients to determine makeup preferences and desired looks.
- Demonstrated makeup techniques to clients and provided product knowledge.
- Assisted clients with skincare recommendations to enhance makeup application.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of makeup tools and products.
Patient Rep I
Cascadia MediSpa & Plastic Surgery Center
Wauwatosa, WI
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Greeted patients and provided excellent customer service at a premier plastic surgery center.
- Managed patient inquiries through phone calls, emails, and in-person interactions.
- Coordinated with medical staff to ensure smooth patient flow during office visits.
- Educated patients on services offered and addressed their concerns effectively.
- Maintained patient records and updated information in the electronic health system.
- Performed data entry tasks for patient information into electronic health record systems.
Education
Business Management Course -
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI10-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism and Mass Communication
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI05-2003
Skills
- K-12 education
- Teaching experience
- Classroom leadership
- Curriculum design
- Lesson design
- Classroom oversight
- Student assessment
- Special education assistance
- Team collaboration
- Educational engagement
- Enhanced student engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Fostered classroom partnerships
- Student behavior support
- Classroom procedures
- Classroom preparation
- Lesson scheduling
- Resource management
- Time organization
- Multitasking
- Oral & Written Communication
- Communication effectiveness
- Problem resolution
- Vendor communication
- Customer support
- Relationship management
- Operations analysis
- Database management
- Legal filing organization
- Technical Skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Classroom setup
- Student consultation
- K-12 education
- Relationship management
- Special education
- Classroom setup
- Multitasking
- Communication
Certification
- Short Term Substitute Teacher 3-year License January 2026; License Number 1910073598
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Education/EduStaff
01.2023 - Current
Summer school teacher
Franklin Public School Dst
06.2021 - 08.2021
Special Education Paraprofessional
Franklin Public Schools
01.2019 - 01.2023
Patient Rep I
Cascadia MediSpa & Plastic Surgery Center
01.2010 - 01.2012
Freelance Makeup Artist
Bobbi Brown, Laura Mercier & Chanel Cosmetics
01.2002 - 01.2017
Business Management Course -
Fox Valley Technical College
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism and Mass Communication
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee