Kyna Lenhof Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Il

Create and maintain branding via social media, written and video content, and other promotional materialsSchedule and book performersCoordinate performance spaces with building ownersCo-host both the live show and podcast

Greater Chicago Area

Provided direct administrative support to President/Head of SchoolCoordinated with marketing, admissions, and development departments to implement internal and external campaignsExecuted and organized fundraising initiatives including tracking current and forecasting future opportunitiesReviewed resumes and screened applicantsPrepared materials for Board of Trustees MeetingsDesigned and executed special events from upwards of 5 - 250 peopleMaintained calendar and scheduled meetings for all of the senior leadershipAssisted in tracking budget, including expense report updates and tracking spending Ordered supplies and sustain relationships with individual vendorsCoordinated upgrades, restoration, and maintenance to a 100 + old building Negotiated and oversaw contracts for rental agreements for temporary building accessManaged staff of about 15 hourly employees; Scheduled and organized staff according to organizational needs and abilityEstablished and implemented security, payroll, and compliance procedures for about 30 full-time/20 part-time faculty and staff

Greater Chicago Area

Chicago

Assisted parents with navigating the special education process in elementary school settings. Provided strategies that help support professionals in and out of the classroom.

Greater Chicago Area

Planned social events for groups ranging from 10-200. Made decisions regarding venues, activities, menu planning, guest lists, and budget.

Classroom Instruction (2002-2011)Develop/adapt curriculum and lesson plans to address special needs. Assess performance with attention to a wide range of abilities and communication styles. Evaluate performance and maintain detailed records. Employ computer programs to address needs of individual learners. Facilitate meetings with interdisciplinary teams to plan and execute individual learning programs. Interact with parents and co-workers in a respectful, professional manner• Volunteered in the Rainbow Leader Program (2003-2010): Facilitated groups for young people who faced emotional issues that affected learning (divorce, death) • Coached boys soccer and volleyball; led soccer team to city semi-final round.• Collaborated with peers in organizing an annual talent show (3 years). • Communicated effectively with students and parents who spoke English as a second language.• As Least Restrictive Environment Facilitator, wrote and secured a $100,000 grant.Peer Training – Lead Mentor (2004-2009)Led workshops for new employees, explaining workplace protocols and how to access resources. Motivated colleagues across departments to participate in a professional learning community. Mentored individuals and groups to address specific training issues. Developed support plans in collaboration with peers. Assigned mentors who were motivated to improve young professionals. Tracked participation in programs to comply with state guidelines. • Instituted a workshop on Behavior Management as part of a professional development program (Golden Teacher).• Participated in ongoing professional development as a Trainer • Facilitated staff development programs to comply with federal guidelines (special education/inclusion). • Completed training in how to communicate across learning styles and generations.

Led workshops for new employees, explaining workplace protocols and how to access resources. Motivated colleagues across departments to participate in a professional learning community. Mentored individuals and groups to address specific training issues. Developed support plans in collaboration with peers. Assigned mentors who were motivated to improve young professionals. Tracked participation in programs to comply with state guidelines. * Instituted a workshop on Behavior Management as part of a professional development program (Golden Teacher). * Participated in ongoing professional development as a Trainer (Golden Teacher). * Facilitated staff development programs to comply with federal guidelines (special education/inclusion). * Completed training in how to communicate across learning styles and generations. * Improved moral and team focus by serving on the Social Committee. Classroom Instruction (2002-Present)Develop/adapt curriculum and lesson plans to address special needs. Assess performance with attention to a wide range of abilities and communication styles. Evaluate performance and maintain detailed records. Employ computer programs to address needs of individual learners. Facilitate meetings with interdisciplinary teams to plan and execute individual learning programs. Interact with parents and co-workers in a respectful, professional manner