COURTNEY KONAKOWITZ
Waterville,MN
Summary
Seasoned collaborator experienced in meeting needs, improving processes and exceeding requirements in team environments. Diligent worker with strong communication and task prioritization skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
FACS Teacher
Dakota Meadows Middle School
08.2023 - Current
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
- Provided individualized support for students through regular communication, assessments, and personalized feedback.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum, promoting a holistic understanding of subject matter.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and project-based learning opportunities.
Middle School ELA Teacher
Dove Science Academy
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Regions Hospital: Labor and Delivery
07.2013 - 11.2014
- Assisted physician as scrub assistant during surgical procedures efficiently and safely
- Recognized and maintained surgical instruments/equipment to ensure proper use and availability during surgical cases
- Performed surgical counts on all surgical procedures to ensure patient safety
- Maintained physical environment of labor and delivery and operating room so that areas were always immediately ready
- Transferred patients, discharges delivered and undelivered patients when requested
- Maintained and restocked operating rooms and all labor rooms
Manager
Space Aliens Grill & Bar
05.2011 - 11.2012
- Monitored food preparation and serving techniques to ensure that proper procedures were followed
- Interacted positively with customers
- Recognized and formally acknowledged outstanding staff performance to boost company morale and productivity
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, including completion of proper paperwork for new hires and terminations
- Met, greeted and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes
- Resolved guest complaints quickly and efficiently
- Effectively listened to, understood and clarified guest concerns and issues
Education
M.Ed - Secondary Education
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
University Maryland University College
Adelphi, Maryland08.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Northland Community And Technical College
East Grand Forks05.2013
Skills
- Positive Learning Environment
- Educational Support
- Independent Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student-Centered Learning
- Middle School Education
- Class Engagement
- Classroom Management
Certification Exams
- OSAT Speech/Drama/Debate
- OSAT Middle School English
- OGET
- OPTE
Timeline
FACS Teacher
Dakota Meadows Middle School
08.2023 - Current
Middle School ELA Teacher
Dove Science Academy
08.2020 - 05.2022
Certified Surgical Technologist
Regions Hospital: Labor and Delivery
07.2013 - 11.2014
Manager
Space Aliens Grill & Bar
05.2011 - 11.2012
M.Ed - Secondary Education
University of Central Oklahoma
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
University Maryland University College
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Northland Community And Technical College
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