Theresa Okerson
Noblesville,IN
Summary
Compassionate Substitute Teacher with distinguished knowledge of child development, and relationship building. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Flexible when the situation warrants a change, organized and calm while committed to keeping up with lesson plans , but also keeping classrooms fun, with a "Mrs. Doubtfire" approach.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Mt Vernon Schools And Frankton Lapel Schools
08.2009 - 04.2023
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts. I had limited time to prepare, and when class started, I needed to be able to confidently lead the class as if I had been there for months.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
Treasurery Services Specialist
American United Life Insurance
06.1979 - 10.1996
- Reconciled monthly statements, invoices and expense accounts, keeping records accurate, and current.
- Drafted treasury reports to support management decision-making needs.
- Oversaw the successful completion of external audits without any major findings or issues raised by auditors.
- Implemented strategies to improve organizational financial performance.
- Led financial planning and forecasting process to allocate resources in line with business demands.
- Advised management regarding significant expenditures to keep operations in line with budget limitations.
- Worked closely with auditors to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, avoiding potential fines or penalties.
- Developed comprehensive financial models for scenario planning purposes that facilitated strategic decision making.
- Liaised with financial institutions to secure project funding and optimize financial resources.
- Provided financial analysis support for key strategic projects, enabling informed decision-making by senior executives.
- Oversaw financial reporting process to facilitate timely and accurate financial statement preparation.
- Developed and maintained internal control systems to protect organizational assets.
Education
No Degree - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Ball State University
Muncie, INAssociate of Arts - Accounting/Bookkeeping
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN05.2016
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student Engagement
- Creativity in Teaching
- Activity Planning
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Mt Vernon Schools And Frankton Lapel Schools
08.2009 - 04.2023
Treasurery Services Specialist
American United Life Insurance
06.1979 - 10.1996
No Degree - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Ball State University
Associate of Arts - Accounting/Bookkeeping
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Similar Profiles
April M BenderApril M Bender
Substitute Teacher, K-12 at Mt. Vernon Public SchoolsSubstitute Teacher, K-12 at Mt. Vernon Public Schools
Karen D. GreenKaren D. Green
Assistant Superintendent at Mt. Healthy City Schools MtAssistant Superintendent at Mt. Healthy City Schools Mt
Stephanie LukasikStephanie Lukasik
President SCA at Vernon Township SchoolsPresident SCA at Vernon Township Schools