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Laura Ruckman

Evansville,IN

Summary

Dynamic professional with over 20 years of experience in retail and restaurant management, complemented by 8 years of teaching in the public school system. Expertise in building strong client relationships and a deep understanding of financial products, combined with a solid foundation in financial principles. Proven skills in customer service and sales techniques with a commitment to achieving financial success while delivering exceptional service. Eager to leverage this diverse skill set to transition into a rewarding new career.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

8th Grade Math Teacher

EVSC
07.2025 - Current

6th gr Science

Hayden Middle School
08.2023 - 06.2025

7th gr Math

Mountain Gap Middle School
08.2022 - 06.2023

6th gr Math/Science

Helfrich Park STEM academy
08.2017 - 06.2022

Restaurant General Manager

Various companies
01.1998 - 01.2017
  • Managed all aspects of running restaurants with $1,000,000+ in annual sales.
  • Created and implemented training programs for FOH and BOH staff
  • Managed training stores (developed managers to take over stores)
  • Set clear expectations and created positive working environment for employees.
  • Conducted health, safety, and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
  • Coordinated special events bookings, working closely with clients to ensure their expectations were met or exceeded from start to finish.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust purchasing decisions accordingly.

Education

BS Elem Ed - Mathematics Minor

Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Decision-making
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Relationship building
  • Sales management

Certification

  • State of Indiana Educator License# 1480059 Valid through 2027-07-14
  • State of Alabama Class B, Elementary Valid through 2028-06-30

Yearly Evaluations

Consistently rated “highly effective” in all domains.

Timeline

8th Grade Math Teacher

EVSC
07.2025 - Current

6th gr Science

Hayden Middle School
08.2023 - 06.2025

7th gr Math

Mountain Gap Middle School
08.2022 - 06.2023

6th gr Math/Science

Helfrich Park STEM academy
08.2017 - 06.2022

Restaurant General Manager

Various companies
01.1998 - 01.2017

BS Elem Ed - Mathematics Minor

Indiana State University

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