Stephani Lydic
Emmett,ID
Summary
I am a dedicated, career educator committed to creating and fostering learning environments for students to raise confidence and expand knowledge base. My background in the study of psychology inspires my understanding of student development and learning styles. I have also had key experience in business management and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. I have sat on many advisory and research boards developing and reviewing curriculum for implementation in the classroom.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Educator
Virtual Academy of Idaho @D91
12.2023 - Current
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
Owner
Arabian Construction Management
01.2008 - Current
- Began a grassroots operation and have grown the business to twenty five employees strong.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
K-8 Educator, Administration Intern
Calvary Christian Academy
07.2015 - 12.2023
- Classroom teacher for Kindergarten through 8th grade, 3rd grade, Art Sciences, Jr. High History
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
- Mentored new educators in best practices for teaching, leading to increased confidence and effectiveness within the school community.
Resource Teacher
Calvary Christian Academy
07.2011 - 07.2015
- Facilitated differentiated instruction by providing a variety of resources tailored to meet each student''s unique needs and abilities.
- Provided support for struggling students through targeted one-on-one instruction, improving overall class performance.
Kindergarten Teacher
Scottsdale Child Care and Christian Academy
07.2008 - 06.2011
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
Education
Associates of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Paradise Valley Community College
Phoenix, AZ05.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies (K-8)
Arizona State University
Glendale, AZBachelors of Arts - Educational Studies (K-8)
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03.2017
Master of Science - Educational Administration
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ07.2024
Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Strong Team Building and Collaboration Skills
- Emotional Intelligence and Awareness
- Solid Curriculum Development and Classroom Management
- Leadership and Adaptability
- Differentiated Instruction
- Remote Learning
- Academic goals
- Educational technology
- Online Teaching
Certification
- Arizona Teaching Cert.
- Arizona Real Estate Cert.
- Arizona General Contractor Cert.
- Idaho Teaching Cert.
Timeline
Educator
Virtual Academy of Idaho @D91
12.2023 - Current
K-8 Educator, Administration Intern
Calvary Christian Academy
07.2015 - 12.2023
Resource Teacher
Calvary Christian Academy
07.2011 - 07.2015
Kindergarten Teacher
Scottsdale Child Care and Christian Academy
07.2008 - 06.2011
Owner
Arabian Construction Management
01.2008 - Current
Associates of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Paradise Valley Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies (K-8)
Arizona State University
Bachelors of Arts - Educational Studies (K-8)
Western Governors University
Master of Science - Educational Administration
Grand Canyon University
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