Stephen Blackburn
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
I strive to lead and form lasting relationships with clients by relying on my cross-cultural experiences and personal drive to find mutually beneficial solutions for all parties. My objective is to use my experience as a highly effective school administrator and established senior account executive to drive higher revenue to your K-12 team.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Account Executive
Your Money Line
Indianapolis, IN
06.2022 - Current
- Expanded our market reach by onboarding over 50 school districts in 4 states, establishing a new K-12 vertical.
- Frequent Public Speaking engagements for Department of Education and ASBO events across the country
- Developed and maintained strong rapport with key stakeholders including executive directors, superintendents, and CFO's.
- Increased profitability and revenue by generating over $1m in sales for our company.
- Created extensive business strategies in line with state legislation and district requirements, enabling the successful expansion of our operations into new states
Assistant Principal
Promise Road Elementary School
Noblesville, IN
07.2016 - 06.2022
- Executed thoughtful observations of classified and certified staff
- Designed and executed effective professional development programs, resulting in heightened proficiency levels for teachers and support staff.
- Hired dynamic and student-centered staff committed to improving the mental wellness of children
- Implemented and delivered state testing for over 400 students per year as School Testing Coordinator
- As an Advanced School Safety Specialist, effectively organized regular drills and safety audits, prioritizing the minimization of student stress.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Center Grove Elementary
Greenwood, IN
07.2008 - 06.2016
- Plan and conduct daily fourth grade lessons designed to implement current-state standards, and to encourage innovative problem-solving techniques among the students
- Foster an intentional atmosphere of collaboration and community to instill 'soft-skill' learning that includes strengthened communication, team building, and trust
- Assist students in pragmatic lessons to bridge the gap between classroom learning to life application
- 2015-2016 Teacher of the Year Recipient for Center Grove Elementary School.
Fellowship Recipient
Woodrow Wilson Fellowship
Indianapolis, IN
04.2015
- Recognized and invited to represent Indiana's future school leadership through an extensive statewide application process
- Successfully obtained Master's degree in Business and Education Administration from University of Indianapolis
- Acquired advanced understanding of school leadership principles and strategies through specialized summer training
- Implemented projects in school corporation with guidance from the leadership team.
Grant Recipient
Eli Lilly Teacher Creativity Grant
Southern Africa
03.2015
- Received grant to pursue intellectually revitalizing project of interest awarded to select educators
- Traveled to Southern Africa and American Southwest to research apex predators
- Students used photos and brochures from this trip to create public exhibits of animal research.
Education
Master of Business and Education Administration -
University of Indianapolis
01.2016
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education -
Indiana University
01.2007
Timeline
Senior Account Executive
Your Money Line
06.2022 - Current
Assistant Principal
Promise Road Elementary School
07.2016 - 06.2022
Fellowship Recipient
Woodrow Wilson Fellowship
04.2015
Grant Recipient
Eli Lilly Teacher Creativity Grant
03.2015
Fourth Grade Teacher
Center Grove Elementary
07.2008 - 06.2016
Master of Business and Education Administration -
University of Indianapolis
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education -
Indiana University