Catherine Wilkowske
Minneapolis,Minnesota
Summary
Developed skills in an educational environment from classroom settings to the dance studio, including effective communication, critical thinking, and curriculum planning. Seeking to transition into new field where these skills can be applied and further expanded. Committed to making positive impact and contributing to team success.
Dynamic teacher from Victoria Dance Productions, adept in classroom management and fostering social-emotional learning. Excelled in building strong relationships and tailoring instruction to diverse needs, significantly enhancing student engagement and success. Proven mentor.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Teacher
Victoria Dance Productions
05.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through private lessons.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of San Diego
San Diego, CA05-2027
High School Diploma -
The Academy of Holy Angels
Richfield, MN06-2023
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students and student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
- Public speaking
- Flexible and adaptive
- Effective listening
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Social-emotional learning
- Digital literacy
Accomplishments
- Gold Service Award from Academy of Holy Angels (2019-2023)
- Elected Girl Up Club Leader in 2022-2023
- Outstanding Campus Ministry Team Member and Leader (2022-2023)
- Competitive dancer from age 3-18, awarded over the years in a team setting and solo work
- Elected Senior Company Captain at Victoria Dance Productions (2022-2023)
- Explicitly requested for Teacher Assistant at Victoria Dance Productions(2018-2023)
- Volunteered at Catholic Charities Dorothy Day in Minneapolis, MN
- Shadowed General Surgeon at Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital and Clinic, St. Louis Park MN
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
- Yoga, dancing, surfing
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Historical Exploration
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Enjoy creating and following travel blogs and vlogs
- Mindfulness Practices
- Youth Development Programs
- Participating in local clean-up initiatives
Timeline
Dance Teacher
Victoria Dance Productions
05.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of San Diego
High School Diploma -
The Academy of Holy Angels
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