SUMMER SPIARES
Waco
Summary
Dedicated education professional and teacher certification candidate with experience supporting elementary students through behavior support and individualized assistance. Brings a strong finance background in data analysis, documentation, compliance, and clear communication, with skills that support behavior tracking, progress monitoring, and collaborative decision-making. Currently pursuing certification in Core Subjects EC-6 and Special Education, with a commitment to supporting students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Education & Student Support Experience
China Spring ISD
01.2024 - Current
- Supported elementary students with behavioral, social-emotional, and academic needs in classroom, small-group, and one-on-one settings.
- Maintained detailed records and implemented behavior intervention plans while reinforcing positive behaviors using structured routines, redirection, coping strategies, and de-escalation techniques.
- Assisted students during transitions, classroom activities, recess, lunch, and other high-need times to promote engagement, and emotional regulation.
- Helped maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment while demonstrating patience, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, counselors, special education staff, and families to support student goals and success.
Small Business Owner
BabyQuip
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Seized opportunity to be among the first group of providers serving the rental gear market valued at over $~300MM a year in revenue. Collaborated with BabyQuip, who appeared on Shark Tank and is valued at over ~$29MM.
- Achieved continuous 5 star customer satisfaction ratings by delivering and renting quality infant and toddler equipment to travelers in the Reno/Tahoe area.
Financial Reporting Leader
Koch Business Solutions (KBS)
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Guided team responsible for accounting, billing and reporting for Human Resource Capability for a new shared service organization serving over 70,000 employees and over ~$100MM in revenue.
- Streamlined HR communication to business leaders, delivering vital cost and budget reviews, enhancing decision-making efficiency. Pioneered innovative reporting ensuring senior management's quick connection to financials, facilitating quicker strategy alignments.
- Spearheaded the coordination for the benchmarking process resulting in a 10-15% ongoing margin increase.
Business Reporting Manager
INVISTA
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Managed financial analysis for multiple product lines for one of the largest Specialty Chemical Companies at the time with revenues in excess of $75MM. Implemented a new reporting system for financial analysis, reducing manual effort by 20-25% and delivering precise, automated reports to Senior Leadership.
- Led analysts, mentored new staff within the multiple product line teams and improved A/R performance by 15% across product lines while supporting Business Leader ad hoc requests.
- Increased borrowing inventory by over $10MM and automated reporting, saving 10-15 hours each month. Oversaw inventory appraisals and enforced compliance around loan agreements.
Manager of Financial Reporting
Koch Cellulose LLC
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Collaborated with the acquisition/legal team to complete purchase price accounting for ~$700MM acquisition and worked with tax and senior management to record, report, and ensure compliance related to legal agreements and complex tax structure.
- Directed the financial integration after acquisition including all consolidation and reporting for new companies of both U.S. and foreign legal entities including the creation of a chart of accounts, setting up all internal accounts including new Swiss Gmbh accounts, and played an essential role in selecting and migrating to new ERP. Organized and led yearly internal and external audits, lowering costs over 15% YOY.
- Developed and launched a robust reporting system for new entities, producing timely monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports and ensured compliance for newly formed companies.
Accounting Lead and Project Analyst
Koch Industries
01.1999 - 01.2004
- Streamlined corporate, audit, rating agency, and government reporting, reducing processing time by 25%. Hyperion Administrator who led consolidation software rollout for 100+ companies.
- Accounting Leader who helped with the reporting of over $30Bn in revenue to the CEO, CFO, and Koch Industries Board of Directors. Partnered with tax and legal departments in creation of new legal entities for complex tax structures, new derivative transactions, shareholder payments, financial reporting, and audit preparation and completion.
- Acted as CFO for underperforming VC assets while new management was recruited. Assets included franchises, municipal capital investments, etc. Responsible for surveillance, monitoring, audit, and support for all VC investments while utilizing cross-functional collaboration skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Nevada
Reno, NVDual Certification Program - In Progress - Core Subjects/EC-6 And Special Education
Region 4
Waco, TX2027
Skills
- Small-group and one-on-one instruction
- Differentiated instruction and academic intervention
- Special education student support
- Individualized Education Program support
- Behavior intervention support
- Positive behavior reinforcement strategies
- De-escalation and emotional regulation support
- Student behavior data collection and documentation
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Collaboration with teachers, administrators, families, and support staff
Timeline
Elementary Education & Student Support Experience
China Spring ISD
01.2024 - Current
Small Business Owner
BabyQuip
01.2018 - 01.2023
Financial Reporting Leader
Koch Business Solutions (KBS)
01.2009 - 01.2011
Business Reporting Manager
INVISTA
01.2006 - 01.2009
Manager of Financial Reporting
Koch Cellulose LLC
01.2004 - 01.2006
Accounting Lead and Project Analyst
Koch Industries
01.1999 - 01.2004
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Nevada
Dual Certification Program - In Progress - Core Subjects/EC-6 And Special Education
Region 4
Community Engagement
- Treasurer, Dance Team Booster Club
- Waco Children's Theatre - Concessions Manager (Volunteer)
- Youth Basketball Assistant Coach
- Volunteer Yoga Instructor, Elementary School Staff
- Team Lead - Mothers of Preschoolers
- PTA Fundraising Leader
- Special Olympics Coach - Volleyball, Track, Basketball, Soccer
- Asst. High School JV Softball Coach