Stephanie West
Lapel
Summary
Accomplished educator with extensive experience as an Elementary School Teacher and Principal at Indianapolis Public Schools, adept in fostering student success and creating inclusive learning environments. Skilled in elementary education and relationship building, demonstrated through innovative teaching techniques and effective behavioral management. Proven track record in enhancing student academic achievement and cultivating community engagement.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
07.2022 - 06.2025
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Provided regular feedback to students on progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Elementary School Principal
Community Schools of Frankfort
07.2014 - 06.2022
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Supervised afterschool program to promote student growth and maintain safety for all attendees.
- Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
- Studied assessment information covering students, teachers and school operations to formulate improvement plans.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
Elementary School Principal
Indianapolis Public Schools
07.2006 - 06.2014
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Supervised afterschool program to promote student growth and maintain safety for all attendees.
- Instructed small groups of teachers and students.
- Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
- Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
Education
Master of Science - School Administration
Butler University
Indianapolis, IN12-2003
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Evangel University
Springfield, MO05-1992
Skills
- Elementary education
- Relationship building
- Oral communication
- Collaborative teamwork
- Verbal and written communication
- Cultural awareness
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Student counseling
- Behavioral management
- Multitasking and organization
- Active listening
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Problem-solving skills
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools
07.2022 - 06.2025
Elementary School Principal
Community Schools of Frankfort
07.2014 - 06.2022
Elementary School Principal
Indianapolis Public Schools
07.2006 - 06.2014
Master of Science - School Administration
Butler University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Evangel University
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