Laura Stucki
Murphy
Summary
Founder and Director of a nonprofit, parent-led educational ministry serving 70 families and approximately 200 students. Experienced in organizational leadership, operations management, program development, logistics, volunteer coordination, financial administration, and contract negotiation. Proven ability to build and sustain a large-scale program from the ground up while managing people, schedules, facilities, budgets, and community events. Background in marketing and communication with strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder & Director
Nonprofit Homeschool Ministry Organization
07.2020 - Current
- Founded and grew a nonprofit homeschool ministry from inception to serving 70 families and approximately 200 students
- Lead day-to-day operations comparable to running a small school, including facility rental, scheduling, enrollment, and logistics
- Develop academic and enrichment programs and coordinate curriculum offerings
- Manage student registration, tuition/fees, invoicing, and payment tracking
- Oversee budgeting, cash flow, and financial recordkeeping, ensuring responsible use of funds
- Create and manage detailed schedules organizing multiple classes and activities
- Lead and supervise a parent-led teaching model, assigning, supporting, and managing parents and volunteers
- Recruited, evaluated, and delegated responsibilities to parents, volunteers, and contracted instructors, placing individuals in roles aligned with their strengths and experience
- Supervise on-site staff, parents, and volunteers to ensure a safe and structured environment
- Contract with external instructors for specialized subjects, including rate negotiation, invoicing, and contract oversight
- Plan and execute large-scale events such as campouts, field trips, field days, and social activities
- Serve as primary point of contact for families, instructors, vendors, and volunteers
- Resolve operational and financial challenges in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment
Family Caregiver
Private Household
08.2018 - 07.2022
- Provided care for an elderly family member over a four-year period
- Coordinated medical appointments, medications, and communication with healthcare providers
- Managed schedules, documentation, and care plans
- Maintained confidentiality and professionalism in a high-trust role
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication with emphasis in Marketing
Brigham Young University–Idaho
04.2009
Skills
- Operations Management
- Budgeting, Invoicing & Financial Administration
- Program & Curriculum Coordination
- Scheduling & Logistics Planning
- Volunteer & Parent Management
- Contract Negotiation & Vendor Relations
- Event Planning & Large-Scale Coordination
- Marketing & Communications
- Leadership & Team Coordination
- Problem Solving & Adaptability
- Microsoft Word (document creation, formatting, reports)
- Microsoft Excel (spreadsheets, tracking, basic formulas)
- Microsoft PowerPoint (presentations, training materials, visual communication)
Additional Experience
- Photography Assistant / Contract Photographer
- Freelance & Contract Work | 2011-2015
- Assisted with private school portrait sessions, supporting setup and student flow
- Photographed model homes for a residential home builder, producing marketing-ready images
- Delivered work in deadline-driven, client-facing environments
Timeline
Founder & Director
Nonprofit Homeschool Ministry Organization
07.2020 - Current
Family Caregiver
Private Household
08.2018 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Communication with emphasis in Marketing
Brigham Young University–Idaho