1. JOHN M. STEPHENSON 433 CottonwoodDr.
Salem,IL 62881
618.322.6741
jnls87@gmail.com
PROFILE
As a motivated professional dedicated to providing people with programs and opportunities
to help them invest in a brighter future. I have over 30 years work experience concentrated in
areas of education, training, and financial services, including 18 years of management.
Communication, team building, and problem solving are hallmarks of my career.
LEADERSHIP ROLES
 Literacy Director/Coordinator for Kaskaskia College District
 Pathway to Leadership—advanced metrics in financial services and leadership
 Achievement of leadership in district sales over the past 12 years
 President of the Salem Community Theatre & Cultural Center, Inc. Board for four years
 Principal/Superintendent, private K-8 school in 3 buildings
 Financialofficer of school-wide budget; Chairperson of the Staffing & Program Committee;
Chairperson of the Curriculum and Accreditation Review Committees
CAREER ACCOMPLISHMENTS
 Grew and managed a private business over 1500% in sales; Created over 450 new family
accounts securing against financial risks and continually evaluating their ongoing needs
 Recognized by the Corporate Office for ten+ years of productive service
 Successfully completed coursework in advanced insurance concepts and practices and
leadership training
 Successfully trained 98% staff members to meet or exceed performance standards.
 Facilitated School-to-Work Curriculum-integrating language arts with workplace skills
CLIENT AND CONSTITUENT DEVELOPMENT
 Increased number of literacy tutors by 8% and adult learners by 18% in 6 months
 Increased effectives of tutorial programs 16% in 6 months
 Increased school and community volunteer base by 100% in 3 years
 Increased behavior and classroom management model effectiveness 36% in 3 years
 Increased public awareness and reception of business and products by 75% in 4 years
INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT
 Implemented electronic and audio media systems in the school and community facilities
 Directed the improvement of the 75-year-old theatre including design of the stage area,
front façade, electrical and plumbing systems updates, and production programming
 Redesigned and improved the sound, lighting, and effects systems
 Solidified and revitalized theatrical and community programming
 Facilitated team building and collaboration

2. JOHN M. STEPHENSON 433 Cottonwood Dr. 618.322.6741
Salem, IL 62881 jnls87@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL ASSIGNMENTS
Kaskaskia College—Adjunct Professor Centralia, Illinois 1994 to present
o Direction of Adult Literacy program for Kaskaskia College District of 131,000 residents
o Recruitment and Development of 100+ tutor teachers providing literacy remediation
to 440+ individuals
o 98% achievement rate teaching composition and research to nearly 1200 students
o Instruction of research methods and writing ina diverse community and multiple styles
o Strategic and individual planning for 400+ (34%) student client base
Modern Woodmen of America Salem, Illinois 2014 to 2015
o Establishment of a financial services practice with 100 new members in 12 months
o Candidate in the Pathway to Leadership program
o Successful Career development program achievement of quarterly benchmarks
exceeding $15,000 sales
o Licensure (Series 6, 26, and 63) for variable products and mutual funds
Shelter Insurance Companies—Agent/Producer Flora, Illinois 2003 to 2014
o Growth of a private business by 1500% in sales through the economic uncertainty
o Establishment over 450 new families accounts
o Achievement of district leadership recognition in 93% client retention and acquisition
o Evaluation and assessment of 92% client needs in financial/insurance matters
St. Joseph School—Principal Olney, Illinois 2000 to 2003
o Planning and implementation of total school $700k budget and financial development
o Acquisition of $150k in Grants, Built $90k in annual Giving
o Revitalization of school curriculum with achievement of new state accreditation,
raising test results by 14% annually
o Management of teaching/support staff (30+) achieving school’s vision
o Marketing promotion of the school, attaining positive public relations (32% increase)
Classroom Teacher—Teacher, Coach, Director Illinois and Florida 1985 to 2000
o Leading participation in curriculum development and alignment committees
o Design of staff development in technology, behavior and classroom management
o Continual assessment of curriculum, averaging a 7% increase in test scores annually
o Service of and for an economically and ethnically diverse clientele and their needs
o Head coach of soccer and cross country programs (1 school, 350 athletes)
o Director and teacher of drama and performing arts (2 schools, 280 students)
PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION
Eastern Illinois University Charleston, Illinois 1993 to 1999
* M.S. in Education Administration
Northwestern University Evanston, Illinois 1980 to 1984
* B.S. in Secondary Education (Lang. Arts, Composition, Drama); Graduated with Honors