Dynamic professional with 12 years of experience in education and 3 years in the virtual startup space, contributing significantly to the operational foundation of a mental health-focused company. Adept at virtual communication, project management, and event planning, with a proven track record in relationship management and process improvement. Tech-savvy and dedicated, skilled in providing executive support, strategic collaboration, and leadership, enhancing organizational efficiency and performance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Experts and Partnerships Coordinator
Other Parents Like Me, Inc.
01.2022 - Current
Provided invaluable support to CEO, operations, and marketing teams at a virtual start-up.
Coordinated meetings across various remote locations and time zones
Leveraged virtual technologies such as Google Workspace, Zoom, Teams, Adobe, DocuSign, and Microsoft Office
Assisted with delivering additional tasks by utilizing various project management tools such as Google Calendar/Task Spaces and Trello.
Created and circulated executive communications
Passionately created and implemented efficient processes/SOPs.
Developed and maintained relationships with global clients and organizations in the mental health sector.
Successfully organized and oversaw the logistics of over 200 virtual events and panels, while also developing cross-promotional materials for social media platforms.
Managed travel arrangements and logistics for CEO's business trips and conferences to promote OPLM, including travel accommodations, hotel bookings, itinerary planning, and professional meetups.
Implemented collaborative strategies to improve performance in conjunction with web development, marketing, and operations teams.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company processes.
Analyzed financial activities of department to share budgetary input with managers.
Recommended solutions related to staffing issues and proposed procedural changes to managers.
Elementary School Teacher
Wyckoff School District
Wyckoff, NJ
09.2017 - 10.2019
Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.
Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
Maximized success for students with disabilities through the implementation of effective behavioral plans.
Supervised test taking during the school year and state assessments, while providing accommodations throughout
Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
Escorted students to restroom, cafeteria, outside to playground and on field trips.
Served as acting lead teacher on multiple occasions when general education teacher was unavailable.
Spoke with parents to discuss student progress and coordinate meetings.
Tutored neurodiverse children individually or in small groups to foster mastery of course concepts.
Assisted faculty members or staff with student conferences.
Tutored students in course material to improve comprehension.
Advised instructor on student behavior or issues requiring immediate attention.
Elementary School Teacher
Collingswood School District
Collingswood, NJ
09.2013 - 06.2017
Maintained safe, clean and organized classroom environment.
Improved delivery of instruction by analyzing and distilling test data to identify opportunities for intervention and enrichment.
Brought in purchased and donated materials to round out supplies for classroom activities.
Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
Evaluated student performance on district and state-wide tests for comprehensive assessment of material.
Encouraged creativity by giving students choices in learning topics and methods.
Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
Created customized grading rubrics powerful assessment tools.
Co-created positive academic and social emotional outcomes by collaborating with Child Study Team and colleagues to support students with disabilities.
Arranged field trips as tool to provide students with real-world experiences.
Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Arcadia University
Glenside, PA
06-2008
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Arcadia University
Glenside, PA
06-2007
High School Diploma -
Shawnee High School
Medford, NJ
06-2003
Skills
Virtual and In-Person Communication and Collaboration
Project Management
Event Planning and Logistics
Relationship Management
Process Involvement
Executive Support and Leadership
Affiliations
Homeschooled daughter for 4 years utilizing a Montessori approach while working as a full-time virtual employee
History of working on community-based events, including Veterans' events, fundraisers for elementary schools, and humanitarian efforts.
Loves all things home decor and creating a beautiful living space
Co-choreographed and directed Shawnee High School's 2003 musical West Side Story, earning a state award for excellence in choreography.
Choreographed and co-directed multiple elementary school musicals during my time as an educator.
Played competitive softball for 12 years, including participation in the World Series.
Co-Captain of field hockey team.
Accomplishments
Achieved the highest literacy scores among schools in the Collingswood School District during state testing.
Graduated with honors from Arcadia University’s undergraduate and graduate programs, making the Dean’s List.
Certification
Elementary Education, K-5
Teacher of Students with Disabilities, K-5
Copies available upon request
Languages
Spanish
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Experts and Partnerships Coordinator
Other Parents Like Me, Inc.
01.2022 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Wyckoff School District
09.2017 - 10.2019
Elementary School Teacher
Collingswood School District
09.2013 - 06.2017
Master of Arts - Special Education
Arcadia University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Arcadia University
High School Diploma -
Shawnee High School
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