Veronica Kiefaber
Educator & Realtor
Kettering,OH
Summary
Teacher: Accomplished teacher with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Built the World Language Department at Franklin High School from the ground up as the Department Chair. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations all while also creating a fun learning environment, motivating students to want to continue their studies after graduation.
Veronica is currently in the running for America's Favorite Teacher 2025. She plans to use the winnings to create a Student Travel Scholarship Fund. Veronica has traveled to 6 countries thus far with students and loves seeing them grow as individuals when they travel. Help her continue to show the world to students by voting for her at: americasfavteacher.org/2025/veronica-kiefaber
Realtor: Personable and proactive with keen ability to connect with clients and understand their needs. Well-versed in market trends and property values, demonstrating proficiency in leveraging digital marketing tools and effective communication. Committed to facilitating successful transactions and fostering lasting client relationships.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Teacher
Franklin High School
08.2008 - Current
- Taught Spanish levels: 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5
- Have scored “Accomplished” every year
- Implemented AP Spanish into the curriculum
- College Credit Plus Adjunct with Sinclair Community College: SPN1101, 1102, 2201, and 2202
- Spanish Club Advisor (2008-Present)
- World Language Department Chair (2010-Present)
- Junior Class Advisor (2010-2017)
- Sophomore Class Advisor (2018-2019)
- Freshman Class Advisor (2019-Present)
- Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica Advisor (2016-Present)
- Proctor for Spanish National Exam (2016-Present)
- Building Representative for the Franklin Education Association2015-2017,2020/2021 school year
- Boosted student engagement with interactive activities that incorporated authentic materials from Spanish-speaking countries.
- Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.
- Contributed to curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and incorporation of best practices in foreign language instruction.
- Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, providing constructive feedback, and working closely with struggling learners to improve outcomes.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on pedagogical trends and enhance teaching skills further.
- Elevated student proficiency levels by implementing individualized learning strategies tailored to each learner''s strengths and weaknesses.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected Spanish language content to other subject areas.
- Established strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child''s progress and offering tips for supporting language development at home.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication between students and addressing any conflicts or concerns promptly.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance on effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Organized and led educational trips to Spanish-speaking countries, providing students with real-world language immersion experiences.
- Led professional development workshops for fellow educators on innovative teaching strategies for language instruction.
- Enhanced school's language program reputation, contributing to noticeable increase in student enrollment in Spanish classes.
Realtor
Howard Hanna Realtors
07.2020 - Current
- Work as a real estate agent with the Kiefaber Team.
- Coordinated various aspects of real estate transactions such as inspections, appraisals, and financing arrangements, minimizing delays and challenges for clients.
- Built lasting relationships with clients through excellent communication, personalized service, and dedication to their needs.
- Developed strong knowledge of local market conditions, allowing for accurate pricing strategies and targeted marketing efforts.
- Enhanced client satisfaction with diligent follow-up after closing, ensuring a positive experience overall.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and professionally throughout the entire transaction process.
- Streamlined contract negotiations by meticulously reviewing documents and communicating clearly with all involved parties.
- Leveraged social media platforms and online marketing strategies to increase property visibility and attract potential buyers.
- Provided expert advice on property values, guiding clients to make informed decisions when buying or selling homes.
- Ensured compliance with federal/state laws regulating real estate transactions.
- Assisted buyers with finding ideal homes by assessing needs, requirements, and budgets.
- Fostered trust among clients by maintaining strict confidentiality regarding personal information during each transaction agreement period.
- Expanded client base through effective prospecting techniques and referrals from satisfied customers.
- Conducted thorough research on comparable properties to develop strategic pricing recommendations for sellers based on current market trends.
Operations Manager
Club Marinole Swim Club
01.2008 - 01.2022
- Provided a fun/professional/safe atmosphere for staff and for members.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
- Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
- Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
- Achieved higher employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
- From 2014-2018 I filled in as Manager as needed due to being elected as the President.
President
Club Marinole Swim Club
01.2014 - 12.2018
- Oversaw the opening and closing of pool facilities each year
- Arranged for needed repairs or purchases of equipment, chemicals and furniture.
- Coordinated with the pool board and treasurer to establish a budget for pool repairs, capital expenditures and operating costs.
- Arranged for any 3rd party contractors to perform work associated with operations or maintenance of the pool.
- Assisted Pool Manager in preparing for annual pool inspection.
- Monitored water quality and chemical levels during the season, providing advice and assistance to the Pool Manager.
- Oversaw and advised Board Members. Additionally created the board job descriptions while training each board member in their role.
- Oversaw and advised Club Marinole staff.
- Amended the by-laws with the approval of the membership via a vote.
- Maintained pool website including creation and updated with alerts.
- Worked with the board to define new technologies that would improve the services offered at the pool.
- Created and oversaw social events.
- Managed emails.
- Managed finances.
- Managed payroll.
- Hired a treasurer to later take over the finances and payroll and provide all the necessary finance reports for me to present at our monthly board meetings.
- Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvements and excellent customer service.
Business Owner
Bright Light Photo Booth
04.2010 - 09.2014
- Started Corporation from scratch. Designed the photo booth, built it, and incorporated top quality technology. Created the logo and started the corporation.
- Booked events – a total of157 events: weddings, school dances, private parties, and corporate events.
- Hired staff
- Managed payroll
- Operated photo booth at events while providing a fun environment for guests.
- Created website and managed the website
- Designed advertising materials and went to events/conventions to advertise service and product.
- Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
- Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
- Managed financial operations to ensure fiscal responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Boosted revenue by identifying new business opportunities and diversifying product offerings.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Cultivated strong online presence, managing social media platforms to engage with customers and build community.
Server
Olive Garden
06.2004 - 04.2010
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Developed strong rapport with regular customers through genuine hospitality efforts leading to repeat business.
ESOL Teacher
Kettering Barnes
09.2007 - 05.2008
- Taught Adult Multi Level ESOL classes (Novice - Advanced)
- Supported the integration of newly-arrived adult immigrants to the community with night courses.
- Provided individualized support for students with diverse needs, tailoring instruction to accommodate varying language levels and learning styles.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Promoted critical thinking to build subject engagement and interaction.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Maintained complete student records with accurate grades and attendance information.
- Encouraged students to deepen knowledge with additional learning opportunities.
Education
Non-Degree Graduate -
Southern New Hampshire University
Online12-2024
Non-Degree Graduate -
Colorado State University Pueblo
Online09-2024
Licensure -
Hondros College
Online07-2020
Non-Degree Graduate -
Wright State University
Fairborn, OH05.2010
Licensure - Multi-Age
Wright State University
Fairborn, OH05-2008
Masters in Education - Multi-Age (Pre K –12)
Wright State University
Fairborn, OH06.2008
B.A. - Spanish
Wright State University
Fairborn, OH06.2007
Skills
- Teaching/Inspiring
- Translating English & Spanish
- Time Management
- Multitasking and flexible to change
- Collaborating
- Research
- Sales negotiation
- Marketing
- Business development
- Staff management
- Relationship building
- Buyer representation
- Proficient in Adobe Premiere, Illustrator, Acrobat, & Microsoft Office
- Client relations
- Tech-savvy mindset
- Willing and quick to learn new skills
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Awards
- Teacher of the District: 2015
- Staff of the Month: 2009, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, & 2023.
- Favorite Teacher of National Honors Society Students: 2008-2024 (I have been honored by being picked a favorite by the National Honor Society every year and honored at their annual banquet dinner).
- Recognized as a favorite mentor by a student scholarship winner of the Franklin B. Walter All- Scholastic Award and given a grant for classroom: 2024
Travel Experience Outside of United States
- Canada
- Costa Rica
- Switzerland
- Monaco
- Italy
- France
- Spain
Interests
Traveling the world and sharing my love of travel with others
Drawing and Painting
Crafting and DIY Projects
Volunteer Work
Kayaking
Hiking
Watching Movies and TV Shows
Reading
Strategy Games
Timeline
Realtor
Howard Hanna Realtors
07.2020 - Current
President
Club Marinole Swim Club
01.2014 - 12.2018
Business Owner
Bright Light Photo Booth
04.2010 - 09.2014
Spanish Teacher
Franklin High School
08.2008 - Current
Operations Manager
Club Marinole Swim Club
01.2008 - 01.2022
ESOL Teacher
Kettering Barnes
09.2007 - 05.2008
Server
Olive Garden
06.2004 - 04.2010
B.A. - Spanish
Wright State University
Non-Degree Graduate -
Southern New Hampshire University
Non-Degree Graduate -
Colorado State University Pueblo
Licensure -
Hondros College
Non-Degree Graduate -
Wright State University
Licensure - Multi-Age
Wright State University
Masters in Education - Multi-Age (Pre K –12)
Wright State University
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