MARIE BRATEK
Ogden,UT
Summary
Accomplished and dedicated professional with a wide background in management, education, teaching, and training in a variety of environments including, public education, private education, and business settings.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Math Teacher
Sorenson's Ranch School
Koosharem, UT
01.2022 - Current
- Enhanced classroom engagement through interactive and collaborative activities, contributing to improved student outcomes.
- Specialized in individualized instruction for a variety of learners including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, and Auditory, Language and Visual Processing Disorders for student levels kindergarten through post high school.
- Master of inclusive classroom management strategies and best practices for such students as mentioned above as well as those presenting with a variety of mental health disorders and substance abuse disorders.
- Trained in and implemented Positive Communication Systems (PCS) in all classroom interactions and student activities.
Substitute Teacher
Weber County School District
Weber County, UT
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Substitute instructor for all subjects kindergarten through high school.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Center Director
Huntington Learning Center
Salt Lake City, UT
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Promoted positive company image and established reputation as provider of choice for educational programs in greater community.
- Enhanced center performance by implementing strategic plans and monitoring progress towards goals.
- Optimized enrollment processes to attract diverse student populations and meet target numbers consistently.
- Oversaw Center finances, including cash flow, payments, close outs, returned checks, refunds, and expenses.
- Managed center budget for optimal resource allocation and financial stability.
- Spearheaded community events that raised center's profile and encouraged local support and engagement.
- Facilitated professional development opportunities for staff, resulting in highly skilled and motivated team.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly through observations, providing actionable feedback that led to professional growth.
- Monitored programs, and reprogrammed student instructional programs.
- Maintained Student Permanent Folders and Student Instructional Binders.
- Prepared for, conducted, and completed follow up after, professional contacts, student-focused school visit and event-focused school visits, PTA and parent workshops, and visits to merchants, and community groups.
- Tutored students K-12 both in person and virtually (online) in various subjects including math, reading, writing, grammar, phonics, vocabulary, and study skills.
Managing Director
Huntington Learning Center
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2020 - 07.2020
- Tutored students K-12 both in person and virtually (online) in various subjects including math, reading, writing, grammar, phonics, vocabulary, and study skills.
- Responsible for meeting revenue, operations, and marketing goals, principally by marketing, generating new business, and retaining existing business.
- Prepared for, conducted, and completed follow up after professional contacts, student-focused school visit and event-focused school visits, PTA and parent workshops and visits to merchants and community groups.
Math and Science Instructor
Eva Carlston Academy
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Responsible for student evaluations
- Development of curriculum and delivery
- Classroom Management
- Lead team building and warm up exercises
- Worked to make learning enjoyable
- Utilized a point system model to motivate students
Director of Student & Financial Services
Pivot Point Academy
Chicago
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Managed successful school re-accreditation with no findings or limitations.
- Responsible for and completed the change of ownership process with the re-accrediting body (NACCAS).
- Prepared institution for two clean program reviews conducted by the U.S. Department of Education.
- Maintained both internal and external school policies and procedures to ensure compliance with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS) and the U.S Department of Education.
- Monitored and conducted Satisfactory Academic Progress. Administered Title IV funding.
- Managed student personal and financial records systems.
- Executed and audited general accounting practices and procedures.
- Created, authored, and implemented policies, forms, contracts, and procedures for students, employees and potential clients.
- Designed marketing materials for social media and general mailing items.
- Team lead for student-related concerns, facility issues, project management, and event planning.
Student Services Manager
Pivot Point Academy
Chicago
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Maintained both internal and external school policies and procedures to ensure compliance with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS) and the U.S Department of Education.
- Integral team member of the Compliance team.
- Administered Title IV funding.
- Assisted Academy Directors with student-related concerns, facility issues, project management, and event planning.
Systems Analyst & Trainer
Pivot Point Academy
Chicago
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Developed and authored academy-wide policies and procedures.
- Performed quarterly audits to ensure staff compliance.
- Maintained compliance with Department of Education Title IV rules and accrediting body, National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS).
Student Services Supervisor & Advisor
Pivot Point Academy
Chicago
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Prepared institution for successful re-accreditation with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS).
- Assisted in a clean program review conducted by the U.S. Department of Education.
- Assisted Academy Directors with student-related concerns, facility issues, project management and event planning.
- Trained Student Services Advisors and other employees on school policies and procedures.
- Developed and implemented procedures for the Student Services Department. Ensured school-wide compliance with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NAACAS) and the U.S. Department of Education. Trained the Student Services team.
Title I Instructor
Shepherd High School
Billings
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Title 1 Instructor, Grades 9-12 in College Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Geometry, Pre-Algebra, Language Arts, and Reading.
Instructor
Reid School
Salt Lake City
01.2003 - 01.2004
- ECRI Reading/Language Arts and Fine Arts Instructor, Grades 2-8 in Level 4 Mathematics, Reading and Writing Fundamentals, Design and Sculpture, World History, Health Education, and Computer Skills.
Education
Master of Science - Education And Social Work
Weber State University
Ogden, UT 08.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Education
Weber State University
Ogden, UT 08.1998 - 05.2003
Skills
Educational leadership
Time management
Problem-solving abilities
Academic advising
Program management
Excellent communication
Timeline
Master of Science - Education And Social Work
Weber State University
08.2023 - Current
Math Teacher
Sorenson's Ranch School
01.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Weber County School District
01.2021 - 01.2022
Center Director
Huntington Learning Center
07.2020 - 12.2020
Managing Director
Huntington Learning Center
01.2020 - 07.2020
Math and Science Instructor
Eva Carlston Academy
01.2018 - 01.2019
Director of Student & Financial Services
Pivot Point Academy
01.2014 - 01.2017
Student Services Manager
Pivot Point Academy
01.2010 - 01.2014
Systems Analyst & Trainer
Pivot Point Academy
01.2009 - 01.2010
Student Services Supervisor & Advisor
Pivot Point Academy
01.2005 - 01.2009
Title I Instructor
Shepherd High School
01.2004 - 01.2005
Instructor
Reid School
01.2003 - 01.2004
Bachelor of Science - Education
Weber State University
08.1998 - 05.2003