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Stephanie Matushoneck

Stephanie Matushoneck

Westerville,OH

Summary

Dynamic educator and leader from Westerville City Schools, adept in classroom management and curriculum development. Spearheaded the Westerville World Wide International Travel Club, enhancing cultural sensitivity among students. Excelled in fostering student engagement and critical thinking through innovative lesson planning. Proven track record in building strong community involvement and achieving significant improvements in student learning outcomes.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner, Wedding Designer and Planner

Nerdtastic Nuptials, Inc.
01.2021 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations..
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
  • Developed innovative design concepts for improved brand recognition and customer engagement.
  • Presented creative solutions to client challenges, resulting in high levels of client satisfaction and repeat business opportunities.
  • Streamlined design processes, resulting in increased efficiency and faster project completion times.
  • Utilized strong typography skills to create visually striking print materials that captured attention and conveyed key messages clearly.
  • Created marketing materials, including brochures, flyers and product catalogs to brand standards.
  • Reviewed project requirements to plan workflows and evaluate client time and budget constraints.
  • Stayed current on industry trends to provide clients with innovative design ideas, leading to higher client retention rates.
  • Conducted post-event follow-ups with clients to ensure satisfaction levels were met or exceeded expectations; incorporated feedback into future designs as necessary.
  • Coordinated with vendors for timely delivery and setup of required materials, ensuring seamless event execution.
  • Collaborated with clients to create unique and memorable event themes, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
  • Provided excellent customer service by promptly addressing any concerns or changes requested by clients during the planning process.
  • Managed inventory of decor items, ensuring availability for multiple events simultaneously.
  • Maximized budget utilization by sourcing cost-effective materials without compromising visual impact or quality standards.
  • Improved client communication strategies by implementing feedback forms after each event, resulting in better service quality.
  • Reduced waste through effective resource management and recycling initiatives after events concluded.
  • Enhanced wedding ambiance by designing and implementing customized decor plans.
  • Assisted couples in selecting appropriate color schemes and design elements based on their personal preferences and venue requirements.
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
  • Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.

Teacher, Social Studies, High School

Westerville City Schools
08.1995 - Current

Social Studies Teacher, certified to teach American and World history, local and international political science, geography, economics, psychology, and sociology

- Taught Advanced Placement World History and Advanced Placement Psychology, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills in students.

- Lead the Westerville World Wide International Travel Club since 1998, organizing trips to 18 countries, promoting cultural awareness, and managing logistics for groups of up to 52 participants.

- Served as Social Studies Department Chair, guiding curriculum development and supporting faculty professional growth.

- Member of WCHS Site Council, Building Leadership Team, collaborating on school-wide strategies to improve student achievement, foster professional relationships and community engagement.

- Coordinated prom and homecoming dances, creating memorable events for the school community.

- Adapted to remote teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic by leveraging Google Meet and other digital tools to deliver engaging and effective Advanced Placement History lessons, maintain student participation, and ensure curriculum continuity in a virtual learning environment.

Artistic Director, Westerville Central Theatre

Westerville Central High School
12.2015 - 05.2022
  • Oversaw rehearsal schedules, ensuring efficient use of time while maintaining high artistic standards throughout the process.
  • Facilitated communication between all team members, fostering a positive work environment for creativity to thrive.
  • Increased audience attendance through engaging marketing campaigns that showcased the artistic talent of the ensemble.
  • Managed auditions and cast selection processes, assembling talented ensembles for each production season.
  • Auditioned, selected and coached actors to execute high-quality performances and enhance production value.
  • Organized special events as fundraising opportunities, successfully generating resources needed for continued operations.
  • Directed day-to-day business operations and made strategic decisions to further organizational goals and fiscal objectives.
  • Managed theater's budget and interacted with charities, sponsors and trusts to obtain operating funds.
  • Unified various departments to ensure a cohesive vision and successful execution of productions.
  • Scheduled seasonal theater productions and engaged actors and stage personnel to execute dramatic, musical and comedy performances.
  • Enhanced overall production quality by effectively managing budgets and resources while adhering to deadlines.
  • Proactively addressed and resolved conflicts within the team, maintaining a harmonious work environment conducive to artistic excellence.
  • Collaborated with production teams to develop visually stunning stage designs for memorable experiences.
  • Elevated artistic performances by implementing innovative concepts and creative direction.

Prom & Homecoming Event Coordinator

Westerville Central High School
08.1998 - 05.2009
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Adapted quickly when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in plans, maintaining composure while finding effective solutions.
  • Managed event logistics and operations.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless event execution and positive outcomes.
  • Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
  • Enhanced attendee experience by meticulously planning and executing event logistics.
  • Maintained accurate records of all event expenditures, ensuring budget compliance across multiple projects.
  • Managed budgets effectively, negotiating contracts to secure cost savings without compromising quality.
  • Conducted post-event analysis, identifying areas of improvement for future events.
  • Cultivated strong partnerships with local businesses, securing in-kind donations or sponsorships for various occasions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Social Studies Education

The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH

Master of Science - Education

The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Student engagement
  • Behavior management
  • Growth mindset
  • Public speaking
  • Classroom instruction
  • Conflict resolution
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Collaborative learning
  • Student-centered learning
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Student assessment
  • Small group instruction
  • Innovative lesson planning
  • Curriculum development
  • Technology integration
  • Social-emotional learning training
  • Group instruction
  • Classroom technology
  • Project-based learning
  • Student needs assessment
  • Performance assessments
  • Cooperative learning experience
  • Community involvement
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Data-driven instruction
  • Faculty collaboration
  • Special needs students
  • Instructional methods
  • Instructional best practices
  • Serving diverse communities
  • Inquiry-based learning
  • Cognitive and behavioral development
  • Kinesthetic learning
  • Customer relations
  • Small business operations
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Client service
  • Project management
  • Marketing
  • Project estimating
  • Business management
  • Operations management
  • Financial management
  • Product branding
  • Creative vision
  • Space planning
  • Vendor coordination
  • Color coordination
  • Table setting
  • Floral design
  • Proposal creation
  • Custom installations
  • Event styling
  • Theme development
  • Problem-solving

Timeline

Owner, Wedding Designer and Planner

Nerdtastic Nuptials, Inc.
01.2021 - Current

Artistic Director, Westerville Central Theatre

Westerville Central High School
12.2015 - 05.2022

Prom & Homecoming Event Coordinator

Westerville Central High School
08.1998 - 05.2009

Teacher, Social Studies, High School

Westerville City Schools
08.1995 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Social Studies Education

The Ohio State University

Master of Science - Education

The Ohio State University

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
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Accomplishments

  • Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
  • Dynamic Teaching Techniques - Instructed students in academic subjects using variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory learning and repetition to reinforce learning.
  • Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.

Availability

Available late June 2025

Interests

Travel

Reading

Mixed Media Art

Quote

Man's mind, stretched to a new idea, never goes back to its original dimension.
Oliver Wendell Holmes

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Work Location

Hybrid

Important To Me

Company Culture

Software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Google Docs

Canva

Adobe Photoshop

Power School, Learning Managment System

Schoology, Learning Management System

Google Meet

Zoom

Google Forms

Adobe Acrobat

Keynote (Mac)

Numbers (Mac)

Pages (Mac)

Cricut Design Space

IMovie (Mac)

Screencastify

Peardeck (interactive Google Slide add on)

Google Slides

PowerPoint

Certification

State of Ohio Permanent License, Comprehensive Social Studies Education, grades 7-12

Stephanie Matushoneck