Lauren Lillenstein
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Experienced educational professional with over 20 years of service in creating safe and supportive environments for adolescent and adult learning. Highly experienced in communication, collaboration, instructional design, and facilitation. Empathetic leader with a focus on reflective coaching, small group facilitation, and development of adult learning activities. Proven ability to create engaging and effective training materials that meet the needs of diverse learners. Creative and innovative team player with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to view multiple perspectives, and a passion for working with and learning from others.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Leader
Great Oaks Career Campuses
08.2014 - Current
- Co-created the Great Oaks Career Campuses Next Ready Framework, integrating in-demand skills to prepare students for diverse future pathways
- Created and facilitated the Year 1 & 2 New Teacher Cohorts, providing tailored support and resources to enhance their teaching practices and professional growth
- Initiated cross-district collaboration to support all teachers in shared professional development with neighboring Career and Technical (CT) centers, fostering a community of practice and shared learning experiences
- Led a district-wide visioning workshop to develop the portrait of a Great Oaks Graduate, resulting in a shared understanding of the qualities and skills that all Great Oaks graduates will possess
- Developed and delivered ongoing training materials through in-person, remote learning, and self-paced learning sessions
- Adapted training materials and activities to meet the needs of diverse learners with varied experience in the classroom
- Organized, developed, and facilitated three district-wide Learning conferences for over 350 participants per year
- Coached 55+ educators through observation, co-planning, co-teaching, modeling, collaborative lesson planning, and guided reflection
- Managed all district-wide professional development, including LMS administration
- Provided leadership development for mentors, teachers, and administrators through book studies, learning and listening walks, observations, and targeted feedback
- Worked with, and supported, diverse populations of students, staff, and families, including Students with Disabilities (SWD), minority groups, English Language Learners, and the economically disadvantaged
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Life Coach
Self-Employed
06.2022 - Current
- Earned Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credential through the International Coaching Federation (ICF), demonstrating a commitment to professional growth and coaching excellence
- Coached over 40 clients, providing personalized support and guidance in their professional and personal development journeys
- Led workshops on resiliency practices, equipping participants with tools and strategies to enhance their well-being and adaptability in challenging situations
- Helped clients build life management and coping skills to handle daily needs and specific stressors.
- Facilitated group sessions and learning discussions to further objectives.
- Documented behaviors, treatments and non-compliance issues.
- Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
- Encouraged clients to set and achieve reasonable goals on weekly basis.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
Education
Emergent Coach Certification - ICF ACC
Chattanooga, TN02.2025
M.Ed. - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH08.2006
B.A. - English Literature
Ohio University
Athens, OH05.2002
Skills
- Content expertise
- Student engagement
- Teaching methodologies
- Performance improvement
- Student-centered learning
- Excellent communication
- Ambassador of Good Vibes
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Active listening
- Public speaking
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Relationship building
- Flexible and adaptable
- Interpersonal communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
Community Service
- Camp Livingston Board Member
- Planning and Allocations Volunteer for the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati
- AdvancEd/Cognia External Review Team
- Environmental Committee Member for Rockdale Temple
- Religious School Committee Member for Rockdale Temple
- Hoffman Institute Graduate Group Leader
Experience
Teaching and Learning Specialist, Great Oaks Career Campuses (2018-present)
Member of the District Teaching and Learning Team with a focus on curriculum writing, instructional design, and facilitating on-going Professional Development and support to over 350 staff members.
School Improvement Consultant, Hamilton County ESC (2014-2018)
Instructional coach, instructional designer, and data analyst for over 60 teachers at Withrow University High School (WUHS). Served as a member of the Cincinnati Public School’s (CPS) Curriculum Team to support the learning of over 30,000 students. High School English Teacher
English Teacher, Princeton High School (2005-2014)
Experienced reading, writing, and interpersonal communications teacher with a focus on the whole child and growth for all
Timeline
Life Coach
Self-Employed
06.2022 - Current
Instructional Leader
Great Oaks Career Campuses
08.2014 - Current
Emergent Coach Certification - ICF ACC
M.Ed. - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Cincinnati
B.A. - English Literature
Ohio University
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