Margaret Lado Schepis
Chevy Chase,MD
Summary
With a proven track record at LADO INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE, I've spearheaded initiatives that significantly enhanced academic outcomes and fostered a culture of excellence. My expertise in pedagogical strategies and collaborative leadership has led to innovative program developments and a notable increase in student engagement and success rates. Skilled in accreditation standards and adept at building strong, supportive relationships, I drive educational advancements and team cohesion.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Academic Consultant
Free Agent
01.2023 - Current
- Improved academic outcomes by providing tailored consulting services to educational institutions.
- Provided guidance on curriculum design and assessment strategies.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for teachers. TEFL program consultant and trainer.
- Assisted in accreditation processes by gathering necessary documentation and ensuring compliance with established standards.
- Mentored junior faculty members, helping them hone their teaching skills and advance their careers within academia.
ESL Teacher
LADO INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE
01.2007 - Current
- Maintain my services as a substitute teacher when needed.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Provided targeted instruction on pronunciation, intonation, and accent reduction.
- Enhanced students'' speaking skills through regular practice and focused feedback during conversation sessions.
- Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
- Developed a welcoming classroom environment that encouraged cultural exchange between students from diverse backgrounds, fostering mutual understanding and respect among classmates.
- Promoted critical thinking to build subject engagement and interaction.
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Evaluated student progress using standardized tests, quizzes, and oral assessments to modify teaching strategies as needed.
- Achieved higher student retention rates by developing strong rapport and maintaining open communication with both students and parents.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
CEO
LADO INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Oversaw the COVID business recovery plan by authorizing the implementation of a HYBRID curriculum in order to sustain our business and retain students during the COVID epidemic.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Enhanced brand reputation with effective marketing campaigns and public relations efforts.
- Created a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives to reduce operational expenses without sacrificing quality.
- Secured financing for critical projects through negotiation of favorable loan terms with our financial institutions and application of government assisted PPP loans.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by developing robust policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
- Improved organizational structure by reallocating resources and redefining roles for greater efficiency.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
- Oversaw the Reorganization Plan which included the sale of Lado International Institute to ensure its continued operation.
Director of TEFL Program / Master Teacher Trainer
LADO INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE
01.2017 - 05.2023
- Reviewed and edited teacher training guide and materials.
- Oversaw the curriculum of our ACCET accredited TEFL Certificate (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) TEACHER TRAINING program.
- Taught classes and conducted workshops relevant to the curriculum.
- Hired trainers.
- Recruited volunteer students for the practicum training classes.
Dean of Academics
LADO INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE
01.2001 - 05.2023
- Managed the recruitment process for full-time and adjunct faculty positions while maintaining a commitment to attracting top-tier candidates committed to student success.
- Utilized records, interviews and tests to evaluate students' abilities, interests and personality characteristics.
- Provided instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals.
- Maintained open lines of communication between administration, faculty, and students by hosting regular town hall meetings or forums to discuss pertinent issues impacting campus life.
- Provided oversight for the assessment of student learning outcomes, ensuring that results were used to inform curricular improvements and enhance overall program quality.
- Led strategic planning efforts to align institutional goals with departmental objectives, resulting in improved overall institutional effectiveness.
- Fostered a culture of academic excellence with initiatives aimed at promoting research and scholarly activities among faculty members.
- Implemented behavior management interventions to improve learning environment and increase academic success.
- Ensured compliance with accreditation standards by overseeing the preparation of comprehensive self-study reports and coordinating site visits from accrediting bodies.
- Improved curriculum quality by leading the development and implementation of new academic programs.
- Assisted with data organization from assessments and diagnostic instruments to develop strategies for intervening with students experiencing difficulties.
- Facilitated the review and revision of academic policies to ensure consistency across departments and alignment with best practices in higher education administration.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators in developing, evaluating and revising school programs to prepare master schedules for curriculum offerings.
- Enhanced faculty performance through regular evaluations, professional development opportunities, and targeted feedback.
- Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities.
- Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.
- Conferred with educators to rebalance classes, increase resource utilization, and integrate new technology.
Head of Research and Development
LADO ENTERPRISED
05.2011 - 05.2018
- Oversaw and contributed as author in the development of revised updated proprietary materials: LADO COMMUNICATIVE ENGLISH SERIES.
- Oversaw and contributed in the development of the revised Lado Placement Test : (LIIPT ) THE LADO INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE PLACMEMENT TEST which was made available on-line to applicants and scored automatically for greater efficiency and placement into the LADO program.
Education
Ph.D. - Applied Linguistics / Bilingual Education
Georgetown University
Washington, DC08-1994
Master of Science - Applied Linguistics / Bilingual Education
Georgetown University
Washington, DC12-1981
Bachelor of Science - Applied Linguistics / Spanish
Georgetown University
Washington, DC12-1979
Skills
- Collaborative Leadership
- Pedagogical Expertise
- Student Engagement
- Teaching strategies
- Academic Assessment
- Academic advising
- Content Knowledge
- Accreditation standards
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Relationship Building
- Emotional Support
- Team building
- Interpersonal Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Conflict Resolution
- Professionalism
- Public Speaking
- Professional Development
- Written Communication
- Leadership training
- Conflict Management
Certification
- MEDICAL INTERPRETING TRAINING SCHOOL
Completion of :
- Basics of Interpretation 8/23/24
- Ethics & Standards of Practice Certificate 8/29/2024
- Medical Terminology I 9/10/2024
- Interpreting in Cardiology 10/16/2024
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Professional Working
Accomplishments
- Editor and shared author of LADO COMMUNICATIVE ENGLISH SERIES, Books 1-6
- Editor and shared author of revised Lado International Institute Placement Test ( LIIPT )
- Professional TESOL Presenter /Workshops
MexTesol 2017
MexTesol 2019
CamTesol 2020
- Collaborated with team of 5 teachers and staff members in the development of VOCABULARY VIDEO/SLIDES for Muslim English Language Institute in Afghanistan.
- TEACHER TRAINING in LADO methodology.
10 day seminar in India for twelve selected teacher trainers for Muslim English Language Institute.
Affiliations
- TESOL
- NAFSA
- WATESOL
- MEXTESOL
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Worked in SPAIN as a teacher of English at Fundacion Ponce de Leon, in Madrid.
- Volunteered teaching English at a refugee camp in Bataan, Philippines for 6 months as part of a UN mission to prepare refugees who were slated to come to the USA.
- Lived in Spain at several points in my life as a child and teenager when my father was on sabbatical.
Timeline
Academic Consultant
Free Agent
01.2023 - Current
CEO
LADO INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE
11.2021 - 05.2023
Director of TEFL Program / Master Teacher Trainer
LADO INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE
01.2017 - 05.2023
Head of Research and Development
LADO ENTERPRISED
05.2011 - 05.2018
ESL Teacher
LADO INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE
01.2007 - Current
Dean of Academics
LADO INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE
01.2001 - 05.2023
- MEDICAL INTERPRETING TRAINING SCHOOL
Completion of :
- Basics of Interpretation 8/23/24
- Ethics & Standards of Practice Certificate 8/29/2024
- Medical Terminology I 9/10/2024
- Interpreting in Cardiology 10/16/2024
Ph.D. - Applied Linguistics / Bilingual Education
Georgetown University
Master of Science - Applied Linguistics / Bilingual Education
Georgetown University
Bachelor of Science - Applied Linguistics / Spanish
Georgetown University
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