Sara Stauffer
Ottawa,KS
Summary
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with individuals to promote an engaged, empowering community. Strengths in building and maintaining relationships with a diverse range of organizations in the community. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate about the growth of our community.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Interm Director
Ottawa Main Street Association
04.2022 - Current
- Interacted well with community and business owners to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Filed documents and maintained communication between community and businesses to manage activities.
- Prepared agendas and took notes at meetings
- Participated in National Main Street as well as Quarterly workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to strategic planning of events downtown involving the community and businesses in as many ways as possible.
- Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen relationships and build partnerships.
- Assisted with sales and marketing strategies to foster achievement of revenue goals for downtown.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase traffic downtown.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
USD 290
08.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
Owner/Operator
Revinylized Creations And Decor
10.2017 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Spoke professionally with customers, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions delivering quality work.
- Assessed income and expenses and adapted plans to improve profit levels.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and ideas
- Plan events tailored to all ages and find ways to involve customers all while engaging their creative side.
- Developed business plan, processes and procedures to provide superior events thought out the year to customers.
- Fostered strong professional network and partnership building skills to connect with quality leads and organizations
- Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting professional image.
Education
No Degree - Animal Science
Kansas State University
Manhattan Ks05.2011
No Degree - Animal Science
Ottawa University
Ottawa, KS05.2010
High School Diploma -
Wellsville High School
Wellsville, KS05.2008
Associate of Science - General Studies
Neosho County Community College
Ottawa Ks05.2008
Skills
- Organizational Development
- Communication
- Event Planning
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Decision making
- Problem Solving
- Strategic Thinking
Timeline
Interm Director
Ottawa Main Street Association
04.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
USD 290
08.2021 - Current
Owner/Operator
Revinylized Creations And Decor
10.2017 - Current
No Degree - Animal Science
Kansas State University
No Degree - Animal Science
Ottawa University
High School Diploma -
Wellsville High School
Associate of Science - General Studies
Neosho County Community College
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