Lisa Schroeder
Mankato,USA
Summary
Dynamic Director oversees every facet of production with strong project management and decision-making skills. Brings comprehensive knowledge of Community Education and Early Childhood planning, policies, procedures, and technical operations. Skilled at coordinating production plans and personnel resources to complete work under tight deadlines.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Education Director
Janesville-Waldorf-Pemberton School District
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
- Negotiated favorable pay raises for Community Education staff
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Reviewed, updated, and developed Community Education policies, procedures, and research-based practices
B-3 ECSE Teacher & ECFE/ECS Coordinator
Janesville Waldorf Pemberton School
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Researched, recommended, and directed best practice inclusion strategies with employees and supervisors
- Increased access to Early Childhood Screening and Early Childhood Family Education for community members and families
- Collaborated and built strong relationships with local businesses and community members from outlying district towns
- Partnered and consulted with local businesses to increase community engagement and education opportunities
- Served as an officer for the Division of Early Childhood state board and shared current educational policies and procedures with rural school districts
- Participated in the state Early Childhood Screening committee to help improve policies and procedures, represent rural Southeastern Minnesota school districts, update screening work flows, and create effective practices
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Janesville Waldorf Pemberton School
08.2018 - 07.2022
- Enhanced student motivation by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lesson plans.
- Increased parent involvement in the learning process by maintaining open communication and providing regular updates on student progress.
- Supported inclusion efforts by differentiating instruction to meet the diverse needs of students with special needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment by implementing effective behavior management strategies and promoting respect among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues and supervisors to develop best practices for students
- Implemented data-driven instructional practices, resulting in improved student performance on assessments
- Mentored and led new teachers, providing guidance and support to help them succeed in their roles as educators.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, adapting instruction accordingly to meet individual needs.
- Led professional development workshops for fellow teachers, sharing best practices and innovative teaching strategies in early childhood special education.
Education
Master of Science in Early Childhood Special Education -
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN05.2019
Graduate Degree in Special Education -
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN05.2015
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education -
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN05.2009
Skills
- Project Coordination
- Coordinate, plan, and oversee Community Education programs and staff
- Collect and submit Early Childhood Family Education and Early Childhood Screening data to the Minnesota Department of Education
- Review, update, and develop Community Education policies, procedures, and guidelines
- Market Community Education programs throughout the community
- Collaborate with employees, school administration, and local businesses in the planning and leading of Community Education events
- Build strong relationships with school staff, supervisors, and community family members
- Implement best practice interventions within homes and school
- Effective communicator
- Positive relationship building
- Problem solver, strategic thinker, and collaborator
- Accountability and dependability
- Positive leadership skills
- Decision maker
- Attend and participate in monthly state Division of Early Childhood board meetings
- Attend and participate in Region 9 Interagency Early Intervention Committee (IEIC) meetings
- Responsible for co-planning and leading state and national conferences
- Collaborate with other members to plan and implement early intervention systems to help increase child find and public awareness of Help Me Grow
- Charismatic Leader
Timeline
Community Education Director
Janesville-Waldorf-Pemberton School District
08.2023 - Current
B-3 ECSE Teacher & ECFE/ECS Coordinator
Janesville Waldorf Pemberton School
07.2022 - 08.2023
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Janesville Waldorf Pemberton School
08.2018 - 07.2022
Master of Science in Early Childhood Special Education -
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Graduate Degree in Special Education -
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education -
Minnesota State University, Mankato
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