
Staci E.M.
Education & Customer Service Professional
Profile
Education and Project Professional with experience in education, real estate, and entertainment. Strong ability to understand complex needs, leverage effective communication and problem solving to ensure customer satisfaction. Thrive in a fast-paced environment and known for my empathetic approach.
Key Skills & Competencies
- Curriculum development and planning, classroom management, problem solving, and team collaboration
- Client Relations, Interpersonal skills; known for making connections
- Office Administration, Calendaring, Scheduling & Coordination, Multi-tasking
- Event, seminar coordination, audience management
- Real Estate; Sales, Negotiation, Transaction (Attention to detail, close)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Tech Skills: Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Data entry, MLS and other IT Systems
Professional Experience
Connecticut Schools (Avon, East Granby, Canton, Ethel Walkers) | 15+ years
- Education Professional
• Delivered to learning objectives in a classroom setting.
• Built trusted relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Curriculum design, development and delivery
- 6-week summer program targeting middle school girls focused on reading and other enrichment objectives (4 years, Ethel Walkers)
- STEM enrichment program for children ages 3 to 5 years (Plymouth School System)
• Managed extensive documentation and confidential student records.
• Coordinated schedules, meetings, and communication among teachers, administrators, and families.
• Balanced numerous priorities while maintaining exceptional organization and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated professionalism, patience, and problem-solving in demanding environments.
• Developed strong communication and interpersonal skills transferable to customer-facing administrative roles.
• Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to customers
Regall Realty | 2 years, current
- Sales & Customer Service
• Guide buyers and sellers through every stage of the real estate transaction.
• Coordinate inspections, attorneys, lenders, and closing timelines.
• Prepare contracts and maintain accurate documentation.
• Deliver responsive, professional customer service while managing multiple clients simultaneously.
• Market properties and build relationships through networking and community outreach.
Various Nonprofit Organizations (Part-Time Contract) (Concurrent) | >1 year current
-Administrative Assistant
• Provide administrative support for an executive director overseeing multiple nonprofit organizations.
• Coordinate schedules, meetings, communications, and office projects.
• Organize documents and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with event planning and day-to-day administrative operations.
Grady Group of New England | Hartford, CT (Part-Time Contract) (Concurrent) | >1 year current
-Seminar Coordinator
• Coordinated educational seminars and client appreciation events.
• Scheduled venues and managed attendee registrations.
• Served as the primary point of contact for prospective and existing clients.
• Prepared presentation materials and maintained client databases.
• Delivered exceptional customer service before, during, and after events.
Lost Acres Vineyard, Granby, CT | 9 years (concurrent)
- Customer Service Representative
• Provided Guest Services and general sales support
• Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies addressing customer inquiries
• Fielded customer questions regarding available merchandise, sales, current prices and company
• Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs, wants or concerns
• Leveraged sales expertise to promote products and capitalized on upsell opportunities
• Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff
Ski Sundown, New Hartford, CT | 3 years (seasonal)
- Customer Service Representative
• Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers
• Cultivated customer loyalty, promoted repeat business and improved sales
• Responded to customer requests offering advice for products, thoroughly explaining technical details
• Delivered superior phone service, answered customer calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times
• Provided information regarding charge accounts and loyalty programs
Community Experience
Town of Canton, Member of the PTO and Room Parent, volunteer
Canton Youth Soccer Association - Soccer Coach, volunteer
Education
Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Ed. University of Montana
Master's Graduate Coursework in Education. University of Saint Joseph
License: Real Estate, State of Connecticut
Certificate(s): Interior Design and Home Staging
Other Experience/Awards/Publications
