Stephen Sylvia
Lakeville,MA
Summary
Experienced legislative aide and educational leader with strong communication and organizational skills. Adept at supporting constituents, understanding issues, facilitating meetings and using technology to promote efficiency.
Known for reliability, empathy and advocacy skills as it relates to supporting legislators, constituents, and district needs.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Principal
Squantum Elementary School, Quincy Public Schools
09.2007 - Current
- Promoted diversity within the school community by cultivating an inclusive atmosphere that respected individual differences among students and staff members alike.
- Developed a comprehensive school improvement plan that guided the school''s direction while adhering to state standards and requirements.
- Collaborated with district leaders to align school goals and initiatives with the broader educational vision.
- Implemented innovative technology solutions to enhance teaching methods and improve overall student achievement.
- Mentored new teachers through observation feedback sessions, contributing to their growth as educators within the school system.
- Managed staffing decisions by hiring qualified candidates who aligned with the school''s values and mission statement while balancing budgetary constraints effectively.
- Spearheaded school-wide initiatives aimed at reducing the achievement gap among diverse student populations by targeting specific areas of need through targeted interventions.
- Oversaw special projects or programs aimed at improving academic outcomes for all students across various grade levels.
- Evaluated teacher performance using objective measures and constructive feedback, fostering continuous improvement in instructional practices.
- Enhanced school performance by implementing data-driven strategies and collaborating with teachers on instructional practices.
- Increased parent involvement by organizing events, workshops, and regular communication channels to keep families informed and engaged.
- Supervised afterschool program to promote student growth and maintain safety for all attendees.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Studied assessment information covering students, teachers and school operations to formulate improvement plans.
- Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
- Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
- Managed budgets and resources for educational programs.
- Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
- Coordinated retrieval and distribution of student records from other schools and institutions.
Legislative Aide, Representative William Straus
House of Representatives
09.1993 - Current
- Initiated development of standard office procedure training manual for new interns and support staff.
- Monitored local, state, and federal government actions for potential impact on the legislator''s agenda, ensuring proactive response to emerging issues.
- Maintained accurate records of legislative correspondence, helping track progress on various initiatives and projects.
- Managed constituent casework, effectively addressing concerns and resolving issues in a timely manner.
- Assisted constituents with navigating government agencies and resources, providing valuable information that facilitated problem-solving efforts.
- Scheduled, coordinated and monitored projects while assisting Representative with tasks.
- Organized meetings and events to foster communication between constituents and lawmakers, promoting transparency and engagement.
- Collaborated with lobbyists, interest groups, and other policymakers to gain support for the legislator''s initiatives.
- Provided excellent customer service to constituents by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns effectively.
- Answered phones, greeted and directed visitors and composed correspondence for multiple committees
- Provided information on and generated ideas for press, mass mailings and newsletters.
- Mentored new legislative aides to ensure they were familiar with office procedures, policy issues, and research methods.
- Supervised and trained interns, ensuring adherence to deadlines and requirements.
- Streamlined office procedures by implementing new filing systems and organizing digital archives for easy access to information.
- Assisted in the development of press releases, newsletters, and social media content to keep constituents informed about legislative activities.
- Participated in community outreach events to promote awareness of available resources from the legislator''s office.
- Supported multiple departments by answering telephones, attending to visitors and composing correspondence and memoranda.
- Answered constituent letters and assisted constituents on federal matters.
- Conducted legislative research on wide range of topics.
- Assisted other office administrators by answering phones, returning email messages and creating distribution lists.
- Organized and planned meetings with political appointees, local officials and elected officials.
- Attended legislative and regulatory hearings to report information.
Guidance Counselor
Quincy Public Schools
09.1999 - 06.2007
- Managed caseloads efficiently while maintaining accurate records of all counseling sessions and interventions provided.
- Empowered students to take ownership of their education by teaching self-advocacy skills and fostering decision-making abilities.
- Conducted presentations at parent meetings, providing information on available resources and strategies for supporting student success.
- Created a welcoming environment by promoting inclusivity and celebrating diversity within the school community.
- Implemented data-driven decision making practices that informed program planning efforts based on identified trends in student achievement data.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
University of Massachusetts, Boston
Boston, MA05-1998
Bachelor of Arts -
Stonehill College
North Easton, MA05-1993
Skills
- Multitasking
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building and networking
- Community engagement
- Public speaking
- Community relations
- Interpersonal strengths
Timeline
Elementary School Principal
Squantum Elementary School, Quincy Public Schools
09.2007 - Current
Guidance Counselor
Quincy Public Schools
09.1999 - 06.2007
Legislative Aide, Representative William Straus
House of Representatives
09.1993 - Current
Master of Arts - Education
University of Massachusetts, Boston
Bachelor of Arts -
Stonehill College
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