Lori Morrison
Lake Worth,FL
Summary
Experienced professional dedicated to integrity, fairness, and clear communication. Seeking opportunities with values-aligned organizations. Committed to teamwork, success, and cultivating strong relationships through effective communication.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager/Group Travel and Event Planner
Group to Go, Inc.
Hoboken, NJ
11.2021 - 09.2024
- Coordinated two multi-day conferences annually, for 75-125 attendees. This includes venue coordination, vendor management, travel planning, registration and materials, technical support, logistics and coordination, breakdown, wrap up, feedback and assessment.
- Oversaw event logistics and operations using Asana.
- Managed Facebook with YunaPRO software to raise awareness and interest among target audiences, using Canva to create content.
- Negotiated contracts with venues, vendors and suppliers to obtain best rates and services for clients.
- Utilized Cvent to maximize scope of venue searches.
Lead Teacher/Assistant Director of Early Childhood
Wiston Family Torah Tots
Boynton Beach, FL
09.2015 - 08.2020
- Obtained the Director Credential which was used to meet licensing compliance and participation in the Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) Program.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough records of staff qualifications, classroom ratios, and safety protocols.
- Assisted the Director in managing all aspects of a preschool with 100 students, 10 classrooms, 25 teachers and before/aftercare programs.
- Participated in the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain a high-quality teaching staff.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
Dental Administrative Assistant
Roseff Pediatric Dentistry
Boynton Beach, FL
02.2010 - 03.2013
- Mastered proficiency in Dentrix and Dexis dental software.
- Assisted with treatment planning, ensuring patients understood their options and financial responsibilities.
- Prepared insurance claim forms, explained benefits, and outlined pricing details for procedures and services.
- Communicated with insurance companies to dispute unpaid claims and verify patient coverages.
Lead Teacher
Wiston Family Torah Tots
Boynton Beach, FL
08.2003 - 01.2010
- Created developmentally appropriate lesson plans and activities to engage a class of 15 preschoolers.
- Established positive communication with parents through daily written reports, emails with photos, informal conversations, weekly newsletters and formal conferences.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines outlined in APPLE Accreditation manual.
- Observed, assessed and recorded student progress to monitor areas of mastery and determine skills that needed more practice and instruction.
- Maintained CDA (Child Development Associate) Credential.
Regional Manager
Cultural Care Au Pair
Boston, MA
09.2002 - 06.2003
- Recruited, interviewed and hired Local Childcare Coordinators and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions with Coordinators, Host Families and Au Pairs.
- Motivated Local Childcare Coordinators to create outreach initiatives to add Host Families to out customer base.
- Traveled domestically and abroad to communicate with company partners and increase awareness of the need for our presence in communities.
Adoption Counselor/Office Manager
China Adoption With Love, Inc.
Brookline, MA
07.2001 - 12.2001
- Oversaw families' China adoption process from home study to dossier submission, including notarization, certification and authentication of application materials.
- Facilitated training sessions on various topics related to China adoption travel for prospective adoptive parents and professionals.
- Organized informative events to educate the public about the process of adopting waiting children from China.
- Offered pre and post-adoption services including counseling referrals and support groups to address ongoing needs within adopted families over time.
- Obtained Notary Public certification in the state of Massachusetts.
Homestay Coordinator
The New England School of English
Cambridge, MA
06.2000 - 05.2001
- Recruited and interviewed potential host families in the Boston area to determine eligibility for the program.
- Communicated with overseas students and representatives to coordinate logistics for student arrivals and departures.
- Developed guidelines and policies to ensure a safe and comfortable experience for all parties involved in the homestay program.
- Managed contracts with host families to ensure adherence to established terms and conditions governing participation in the homestay program.
- Assumed on-call role as an emergency contact for all program participants.
Optical Sales Associate
Dr. Alan Bronstein
Natick, MA
01.1997 - 05.2000
- Processed insurance claims accurately and promptly while adhering to HIPPA regulations.
- Measured patients' faces for bridge, eye size, and temple length to select comfortable frames.
- Maintained cleanliness of optical laboratory and upheld OSHA standards.
Residential Counselor
Germaine Lawrence Assessment
Framingham, MA
06.1996 - 12.1996
- Maintained safe and supportive residential environment for at-risk teenage girls.
- Promoted independent living skills through coaching residents in daily tasks such as meal preparation, hygiene, and budgeting.
- Documented resident interactions thoroughly, maintaining accurate records for case management purposes.
- Engaged in physical de-escalation techniques when residents posed a danger to themselves or others.
Education
Master of Arts, Health Communication -
Emerson College
Boston, MA05.1999
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology -
University of Massachusetts
Amherst, MA05.1996
Publications
June 1999, Antidepressants and Pregnancy: Making Healthy Choices for You and Your Baby, Health Education Associates, Inc.
Timeline
Sales Manager/Group Travel and Event Planner
Group to Go, Inc.
11.2021 - 09.2024
Lead Teacher/Assistant Director of Early Childhood
Wiston Family Torah Tots
09.2015 - 08.2020
Dental Administrative Assistant
Roseff Pediatric Dentistry
02.2010 - 03.2013
Lead Teacher
Wiston Family Torah Tots
08.2003 - 01.2010
Regional Manager
Cultural Care Au Pair
09.2002 - 06.2003
Adoption Counselor/Office Manager
China Adoption With Love, Inc.
07.2001 - 12.2001
Homestay Coordinator
The New England School of English
06.2000 - 05.2001
Optical Sales Associate
Dr. Alan Bronstein
01.1997 - 05.2000
Residential Counselor
Germaine Lawrence Assessment
06.1996 - 12.1996
Master of Arts, Health Communication -
Emerson College
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology -
University of Massachusetts