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Stephanie N. Smith-Huff

Maple Hgts,Ohio

Summary

A candidate eager to share her many diverse experiences, skills, and trainings from years of working in the fields of Education, Human Services, Entrepreneurship, and Military Service with an organization that has a mission or goal of enriching and empowering the lives of children, families, and communities as a whole.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Educator

Cleveland Municipal School District
08.2024 - 06.2025
  • Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.

Educator

ABC School
09.2023 - 06.2024
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
  • Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
  • Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
  • Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
  • Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
  • Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
  • Facilitated student-led, inquiry-based activities in classroom to enhance learning experience.
  • Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.

Founder/Program Director

The Baobab Tree Enrichment Center
06.2009 - 09.2021
  • Provided in-home childcare for families with children from infancy through middle school.
  • Created individual education plans for students receiving in-home tutoring.
  • Provided advocacy for families in need of community resources.
  • Managed staff and provided daily supervision.
  • Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
  • Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
  • Secured sufficient funds to cover business obligations by tracking expenses and budgeting accurately.
  • Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
  • Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
  • Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
  • Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
  • Developed new program and feature ideas for station.
  • Created and enforced programming standards to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.

Classroom Teacher

Columbus City Schools
07.2004 - 08.2009
  • Maintained accurate student attendance and progress records for each student assigned to my class.
  • Worked with fellow staff, educators, and community partners to strengthen student outcomes through services, material goods, and volunteerism.
  • Provided after school in-home tutoring.
  • Prepared engaging lesson plans that aligned with district curriculum to facilitate learning of students assigned to my classroom.
  • Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.

Family Support Worker

St. Martin De Porres Communty Center
04.2001 - 02.2005
  • Visited home environments to help clients develop comprehensive life, technical, and job skills.
  • Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
  • Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
  • Promoted community integration by providing extensive physical, emotional and social support.
  • Developed and implemented programs to support children's mental health and well-being.
  • Conducted outreach to families and other community partners to identify ways to address social, emotional and behavioral needs.
  • Facilitated family meetings to ensure communication and collaboration between family members.
  • Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
  • Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
  • Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
  • Facilitated groups to address specific needs such as grief and loss, anger management and social skills.
  • Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.

Middle School Teacher

Cleveland Metropolitan School District
08.1999 - 08.2004
  • Company Overview: Formerly known as Cleveland Municipal School District
  • Established and maintained a safe and orderly classroom.
  • Created modified lesson plans that aligned with district curriculum to accommodate diverse student population.
  • Collaborated with Team Teaching Members to develop integrated lessons.
  • Monitored the academic progress of each student assigned to my classroom.
  • Created an ongoing parental communication system for parents to heighten their involvement in their child's academic experience.
  • Served as a workshop presenter for new-hire teachers that focused on enhancing collaborative relationships within the school system.
  • Formerly known as Cleveland Municipal School District
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Increased parent satisfaction through well-organized IEP meetings and family conferences focused on improving parent-child bonding skills.
  • Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
  • Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
  • Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
  • Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails, and Parent Teacher Club.
  • Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in students.
  • Communicated with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavioral issues.

Education

Bachelors Science of Education - Elementary (1-8)

Cleveland State University
Cleveland, Ohio
01.1999

Skills

  • Management
  • Program Development & Implementation
  • Training/Coaching
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Team Building
  • Community Organizing
  • Family Engagement
  • Public Speaking
  • Workshop Presentations
  • Flexibility
  • Mentoring
  • Student relations
  • Class instruction
  • Academic advisement
  • Problem-solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Cultural awareness
  • Student motivation
  • Active listening
  • Behavior management
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Conflict resolution
  • Classroom management
  • Student engagement
  • Relationship building
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Parent interaction

Military Service

  • United States Army, Active Duty, 09/01/83, 05/31/85, Personnel Records Clerk, Honorable Discharge
  • Active Guard Reserve, 05/01/88, 04/30/92, Unit Administrator, Honorable Discharge

Timeline

Educator

Cleveland Municipal School District
08.2024 - 06.2025

Educator

ABC School
09.2023 - 06.2024

Founder/Program Director

The Baobab Tree Enrichment Center
06.2009 - 09.2021

Classroom Teacher

Columbus City Schools
07.2004 - 08.2009

Family Support Worker

St. Martin De Porres Communty Center
04.2001 - 02.2005

Middle School Teacher

Cleveland Metropolitan School District
08.1999 - 08.2004

Bachelors Science of Education - Elementary (1-8)

Cleveland State University

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