Summary

Skills

Work History

Education

Certification

Overview

Heather Lapidario

Sykesville,MD

Summary

Encouraging educator and leadership development leader with expertise in student development, counseling and education. Communicative and reliable professional possessing outstanding organizational and communication abilities paired with in-depth understanding of institutional policies and resources. Offering comprehensive, hands-on experience assisting students in both face to face and virtual formats.

Skills

Teamwork and Collaboration
Spoken and Written Communication
Direct Supervision
Effective Leadership
Student Ability Evaluation
Academic Advisory and Student Counseling

Creation of Innovative Learning Programs
Instructional Strategies In-person and Virtual
Management of Future Training Relationships
Career Development Techniques Instruction
Coaching and Mentoring Initiatives
Educational Support Services

Work History

Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher

Carroll County Public Schools, Sykesville Middle

Sykesville, MD

07.2022 - Current

Develop curricula and course syllabi covering required subject areas and promoting student knowledge for over 700 students per year.
Employ a variety of teaching strategies and instructional techniques to meet different aptitudes and interests of students.
Communicate effectively with community, families and students to promote academic achievement and accomplish curriculum mission.

Extra-Curricular and Leadership Mentor

Crimson Education

Remote

11.2021 - Current

Prepare clients for later educational experiences by encouraging exploration of learning opportunities and perseverance through challenging tasks.
Increase clients' opportunity to reach higher education goals.
Empower clients through counseling and skill-building exercises.
Support clients in developing and implementing a capstone leadership project
Assist clients as they identify and develop unique skills and interests

Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher

Carroll County Public Schools, Northwest Middle

Taneytown, MD

07.2021 - 06.2022

Develop curricula and course syllabi covering required subject areas and promoting student knowledge for over 600 students per year.
Employ a variety of teaching strategies and instructional techniques to meet different aptitudes and interests of students.
Communicate effectively with community, families and students to promote academic achievement and accomplish curriculum mission.

Head Teacher of Entrepreneurial Summer Program

Project Echo

Santa Monica, CA

06.2021 - 08.2021

Disseminated curriculum to over 100 High School students from The Fellowship Institute, sponsored by JP Morgan, in entrepreneurial concepts and skills
Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning in a virtual environment.
Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter of entrepreneurship and presentation skills.
Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.

Leadership Department Chairperson

Gerstell Academy

Finksburg, MD

05.2015 - 06.2021

Served as subject matter expert regarding leadership development, application and effectiveness.
Observed, coached and mentored department staff from pre-k through grade 12.
Planned and executed professional development sessions for department faculty and staff.
Built collaborative team of adults dedicated to achievement of department goals.
Assisted faculty and staff in duties such as teaching classes, conducting orientation programs and organizing internship programs.

Leadership Instructor and Curriculum Coordinator

Gerstell Academy

Finksburg, MD

03.2007 - 06.2021

Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms.
Effectively implemented best learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
Designed, implemented and managed successful educational programs to meet department and school needs.
Developed assessments and user polls to evaluate course effectiveness, altering content and delivery to achieve student learning goals.

Guidance Counselor and Teacher

Institute of Notre Dame

Baltimore, MD

07.1994 - 07.2003

Reviewed and discussed new students' academic credentials, interests and educational goals.
Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust and rapport to deescalate situations..
Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
Taught lessons to students regarding topics such as transitioning to high school and psychology.
Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni and administration.

Education

Coursework for SPC completion - Education

Baltimore And Carroll Community Colleges of Maryland

On-line

08.2021

Master of Science - Clinical Psychology

Loyola University Maryland

Baltimore, MD

01.2001

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Loyola University Maryland

Baltimore, MD

05.1994

Certification

Standard Professional Certification I, Maryland State Department of Education - September 2021
Behavioral Finance, NGPF - March 2021
Psychology of Money, NGPF - April 2021
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace, University of South Florida - May 2021
Careers, NGPF - November 2022

Overview

years of professional experience

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