Stephanie Lawton
McPherson,Kansas
Summary
Creative Business Owner with exceptional background spent in Education. Proven leader with engaging demeanor and success working in most demanding environments. Talented in training and mentoring successful teams.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Blue Sky Education LLC
09.2021 - Current
- Set and implemented strategic goals and initiatives to align company with mission, values, and vision
- Hired skilled personnel to handle challenges and obligations of business
- Liaised with senior leadership to guide actions and manage people, operations, and offerings
- Developed print advertising, social media campaigns, and networking events to deliver messages to target audience
- Defined strategy and trained staff to manage day-to-day business operations
- Directed and coordinated activities of businesses or departments concerned with production, pricing, sales, or distribution of products.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
Online English Teacher
VIPKID
05.2019 - 11.2021
- Enhanced students' language skills by focusing on reading, writing, speaking, and listening activities.
- Boosted student confidence through tailored feedback and individualized support in areas of improvement.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive virtual classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous improvement.
Teacher
USD 418
08.2007 - 05.2019
- Delivered engaging lesson plans, inspiring learners to explore topics outside of classtime
- Managed student behavioral issues to optimize classroom learning environment
- Created flexible academic programs and classroom environments, promoting learning and personal growth
- Researched story's background information to provide complete and accurate information
- Arranged interviews with people who provided information about story
- Received assignments and evaluated leads and tips to develop story ideas
- Gathered information and developed perspectives about news subjects through research, interviews, observation and experience
- Reported on specialized fields, topics and industries
- Communicated with readers, viewers, advertisers and general public
- Differentiated instruction using hands-on, active learning techniques
- Integrated technology into classroom and lesson plans, supporting students through accessibility tools
- Collaborated with peers to enhance work environment and support instructional planning
- Facilitated developmentally appropriate daily activities for students.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) In Education -
Emporia State University
Emporia, Kansas12.2002
Skills
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
- Leadership and People Development Human Resources Oversight
- Analytical and Critical Thinker
- Strategic Planning
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Business Management
- KPI Management
Timeline
Owner
Blue Sky Education LLC
09.2021 - Current
Online English Teacher
VIPKID
05.2019 - 11.2021
Teacher
USD 418
08.2007 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) In Education -
Emporia State University
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