Suzanne Lawn
Lebanon,NJ
Summary
Experienced team leader for district initiatives and event/program creation, development and management. This includes proven expertise in marketing, budgeting, and constructing and managing a team of volunteers and staff. Highly motivated to take on new challenges with a strong worth ethic, high energy, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal and collaboration skills. Adept at working effectively independently and quickly mastering new skills while adapting to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Studio Project Marketing Manager and Executive Producer
Hunterdon Hills Ballet
Annandale, NJ
04.2017 - Current
- Co-launched a new business with the director/owner
- Partnered with the director in the creation and production of The Clinton Nutcracker
- Created and produced a movie version of The 2020 Clinton Nutcracker
- Manage and produce the annual multi-day production of The Clinton Nutcracker
- Manage and produce the annual spring production
- Lead and manage all sales and marketing of studio ventures and productions -Increased production sales by 50% since conception
- Manage the inventory of costumes and props and all set design
- Assist the director with all communication, auditions and casting
- Manage and direct a team of over 50 volunteers
- Assist the owner in customer acquisition and retention
- Lead in all team building aspects for the studio
Network Marketing and Mentor
@momsneedtimeoutstoo
06.2019 - Current
- Create content to educate, entertain and engage an audience
- Share product knowledge and coupon codes for discounts
- Customer retention with education, engagement and humor
- Organize development and implementation of diverse marketing videos, social media posts and blogs.
- Engage with social media followers and promoted products and events through giveaways and promotional sales.
- Collaborate creatively with a team to develop brand content, enhancing identity and engaging audience.
- Implement initiatives to increase brand awareness and engagement with target audience.
- Mentor and teach each others how to run a successful business through social media
Enrichment/Media/Assessment & Intervention Teacher
Lebanon Borough School
Lebanon, NJ
08.2020 - 06.2023
- Teacher of Technology/Media/Enrichment PreK-6th
- Teacher of Academically Talented and Basic Skills schoolwide
- Led acquisition of and implementation of Amplify mCLASS for reading and skills assessments
- Staff trainer and point person for Amplify mCLASS/DIBELS reading Assessment
- Staff lead on Benchmark Assessments and learning plans for students for data-driven instruction
- Staff trainer for Math differentiated instruction district programs including DreamBox and Amplify Math
- Intervention and Referral Services Committee Member
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Lebanon Borough School
Lebanon, NJ
08.2015 - 06.2020
- Designed lessons to implemented curriculum based on core standards, learning styles and individualized needs
- Utilized cooperative learning, flexible groups and hands-on engaging learning activities to motivate and challenge students
- Established an inviting classroom environment based on mutual respect through a structured classroom management plan
- Collaborated with Special Services and special education teachers to enhance success of classified students
- Articulated with other classes and grade levels to ensure a tiered continuum in responsibilities and expectations for students
- Conferred regularly with parents regarding pupil progress and enriching activities
- Implemented new technology-based learning opportunities and platforms
Lead Reading Teacher and Coach
High Bridge School District
High Bridge, NJ
08.2013 - 06.2015
- Led acquisition of and implementation of Amplify mCLASS for reading and skills assessments to drive data-based instruction
- Collaborated with the classroom teachers to meet the reading needs of all readers
- Assessed students to determine proper reading level placement and strategies for students
- Provided small group and individual instruction for identified students
- Led demonstration lessons on the teaching of reading for staff
- Acted as a reading resource to classroom teachers by assisting them in organizing their reading program, selecting materials and suggesting reading techniques while relating the instruction to the needs of the students
Director
Clinton YMCA Preschool, Bethlehem Presbyterian Church
Pittstown, NJ
12.2012 - 06.2013
- Assured a smooth transition with effective planning and communication
- Designed lessons and activities based on the curriculum, students’ needs and interests, and to prepare readiness for Kindergarten
- Introduced and implemented Reader’s Workshop to the staff and students
- Continually communicated with parents
- Provided my insight for next year’s program and the upcoming summer camp
Basic Skills/Intervention Teacher
High Bridge Elementary School
High Bridge, NJ
08.2011 - 06.2012
- Designed whole group lessons and small group instruction for both Basic Skills identified children as well as the other children in both first grade and fifth grade based on District and State Standards
- Supported the classroom teachers during scheduled Math and Language Arts blocks within the classroom
- Differentiated classroom teachers’ lessons based on children’s needs
- Addressed skill needs based on continual monitoring
- Team taught with classroom teachers
- Created and administered assessments for students’ progress
- Administered district’s reading assessments (DRAs and The Teachers’ College Reading Assessments)
4 Year Old Program Teacher
Clinton YMCA Preschool
Clinton, NJ
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Assisted in opening a new location for the school run through the Hunterdon County YMCA
- Established an inviting classroom that supports creativity and independence within Creative Curriculum
- Assist the Director with implementing programs and communication
- Design lessons and activities based on the curriculum and students needs and interests
- Continually work with and communicate with parents while inviting family involvement
REALTOR, Broker, Virtual Assistant
RE/MAX
Concord, NC
01.2005 - 10.2007
- 100% Club Award Winner, 2008 Executive Club Winner
- Real Estate Sales representing both buyers and sellers
First Grade Classroom Teacher
Antioch Elementary School, Union County Public Schools
Matthews, NC
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Prepared daily and weekly lesson plans to help students meet learning goals.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to plan and implement curriculum.
- Used technology to drive instruction and maximize student achievement.
- Devised lesson plans in alignment with state curriculum standards and created balanced instructional programs, demonstrations and work time to meet educational and instructional goals.
- Identified student needs and collaborated with faculty to resolve social, cognitive or behavioral challenges.
- Designed and facilitated differentiated and personalized learning goals and activities to engage students.
- Deployed assessment data to drive instruction and student mastery of standards.
- Translated lesson plans into learning experiences and routinely evaluated student progress and social development.
First Grade Classroom Teacher
Salt Brook School
New Providence, NJ
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Implemented curriculum and designed lessons based on state standards and learning styles
- Utilized cooperative learning and flexible groups to motivate and challenge students
- Established an inviting classroom environment based on mutual respect through a structured classroom management plan
- Collaborated with Special Services and special education teachers to enhance success of classified students
- Organized first grade team activities and responsibilities such as: field trips, book orders, orientation of new teachers, and classroom presentations for the grade
Events Specialist/Corporate Education
Cendant Corporation, Coldwell Banker
Parsippany, NJ
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Planned and implemented regionalized training events for United States for new agents
- Planned and implemented a training program/event for office managers
- Assisted with the planning and implementation of the education/training portion of the yearly Las Vegas conference
Ticket Sales Marketing Manager
New Jersey Nets
East Rutherford, NJ
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Managed the database for all marketing and sales efforts
- Assisted with ticket package creation
- Supported the sales team with client customer service and sales efforts
- Supported the Vice President of Ticket Sales with all administrative tasks
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Villanova University
05.1997
Masters of Arts - Teaching
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Masters - Elementary Education
The Regional Training Center/The College of New Jersey
Skills
- Proficient in Google Platforms
- Proficient in Social Media Platforms for Marketing, Branding and Growth
- Proficient with Zoom/Google Meet
- Data Management and Analysis
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Relationship Building
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Customer and Service-Oriented
- Scheduling Events and Programs
- Budgeting and Billing
Timeline
Enrichment/Media/Assessment & Intervention Teacher
Lebanon Borough School
08.2020 - 06.2023
Network Marketing and Mentor
@momsneedtimeoutstoo
06.2019 - Current
Studio Project Marketing Manager and Executive Producer
Hunterdon Hills Ballet
04.2017 - Current
Fourth Grade Teacher
Lebanon Borough School
08.2015 - 06.2020
Lead Reading Teacher and Coach
High Bridge School District
08.2013 - 06.2015
Director
Clinton YMCA Preschool, Bethlehem Presbyterian Church
12.2012 - 06.2013
Basic Skills/Intervention Teacher
High Bridge Elementary School
08.2011 - 06.2012
4 Year Old Program Teacher
Clinton YMCA Preschool
08.2010 - 06.2011
REALTOR, Broker, Virtual Assistant
RE/MAX
01.2005 - 10.2007
First Grade Classroom Teacher
Antioch Elementary School, Union County Public Schools
01.2005 - 01.2006
First Grade Classroom Teacher
Salt Brook School
01.2001 - 01.2005
Events Specialist/Corporate Education
Cendant Corporation, Coldwell Banker
01.1999 - 01.2000
Ticket Sales Marketing Manager
New Jersey Nets
01.1997 - 01.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Villanova University
Masters of Arts - Teaching
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Masters - Elementary Education
The Regional Training Center/The College of New Jersey
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