Erin Baker
Silver Creek,NE
Summary
Skillful School Teacher with a structured and organized approach to classroom development. Carefully analyzed student areas of weakness and promoted areas of excellence. Orchestrated innovative solutions to academic and interpersonal problems. Developed compassionate approach to growing student maturity. Results-driven style of teaching with strong record of success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
CTE/BMIT High School Teacher
Grand Island Senior High School
08.2022 - Current
- In 2022/2023 I taught Foundations of Information Technology (Computer Science), Foundations of Information Apps (Microsoft Certifications), and Foundations of Aviation
- During the summer of 2023 I went to AOPA and PLTW training
- In 2023/2024 I teach Foundations of Information Technology, Foundations of Aviation and Foundations of Engineering and Design utilizing AutoCAD and Fusion along with 3D printing.
- Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning.
- Planned, developed, and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and core educational standards.
Vice President
RU4NU Farming, LLC
01.2001 - Current
- Create cost analysis spreadsheets and analyze future input/outputs
- Determine risks and decide on contracting or selling crops
- Compare prices to obtain optimal growth
- Assist with calving season and irrigation
- Track various report including water samples.
- Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
Full Time SPED Substitute Teacher
ESU 7 Center
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Teaching Life Skills including Functional Math, Functional Reading, Behaviors, Careers and more to Special Needs students ages 14 through 21
- Create Lesson Plans, update and follow IEP’s, work on life skills such as cooking, money, reading labels and so much more.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Adjunct Accounting Instructor
Central Community College Grand Island
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Taught Applied Accounting to college students live in the classroom
- Create lesson plans utilizing a variety of sources such as Power Point, Coggle, YouTube, Edtv, Ed Puzzle, Screencast-o- matic, and more
- Operate utilizing Canvas and Google Classroom
- Answer emails and texts from students about assignments and more
- I now teach applied accounting and personal finance on-line.
- Planned course content and assigned appropriate coursework with sensibility to student workload.
- Presented lectures and conducted discussions to increase students' knowledge and competence.
Para/Substitute Teacher
Shelby Rising City Public Schools
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Assist special needs children
- Work in Google classroom and Google Documents/Drive
- Help teachers when needed etc
- Substitutes teach classes when needed
- Come up with methods for teaching special needs kids
- For example, working with Down Syndrome doing a rewards-based system using a sand timer
- Using manipulatives such as block to teach.
Para/Substitute Teacher
Columbus Public Schools
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Assist teachers and Paras when needed by teaching when they are absent
- Report how students behaved to the teachers, etc.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Human Resource Director
DeWine Mechanical, Inc.
02.2020 - 03.2020
- Hire Welders, Pipe Fitters, and Millwrights for various jobs across the Midwest
- Perform Drug tests on each employee along with Randoms and DOT’s
- Perform performance evaluations on employees including rebuttals for communication issues between employees and their foreman
- Assist with Safety certifications (I am Osha 30 certified)
- Verify workers are safety certified to go into certain industrial plants and set them up to complete their certifications
- Track employee safety certification dates
- Update Microsoft peoples with new hire contacts, tracking resumes and termination reports given to office personnel.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
Audit Specialist
Cornerstone Bank
10.2016 - 06.2019
- Complete Audits per Policies & Procedures, in accordance with Regulations for 43 branches
- Perform confirmations for a variety of accounts
- Review applicable regulations for Banking, Compliance, FDICIA, COSO and more
- Utilize TeamMate Audit Solutions by Wolters Kluwer to input and track audits
- Perform Business Analytics utilizing IBM Cognos
- Research within Fiserv Navigator and Director Programs
- Create Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets to mimic data from various areas within the bank and verify accuracy of information.
- Performed auditing work in accordance with rigorous auditing standards and principles.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
Accountant
Rick Martensen, P.C.
07.2016 - 10.2016
- As an Accountant for Rick Martensen, P.C
- I completed multiple tax returns, input business information into Quick Books, completed payroll for various other businesses, paid quarterly and payroll taxes, and more.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
Accountant
Kuhlman & Kratochvil, P.C.
11.2015 - 07.2016
- As an Accountant for Kuhlman & Kratochvil, P.C
- I would input client tax returns into Ultra Tax
- I also added Depreciation items into Fixed Assets
- I Tied out Retaining Earnings
- I created 1099’s via the Yearli Accounting Program; save returns vie efile cabinet; corrected Financial Statements and performed basic data entry.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
Office Manager
DeWine Mechanical, Inc.
08.2013 - 11.2015
- At DeWine Mechanical, Inc
- I am known for my organizational skills and creativity
- I implemented scanning documents into all files and programs including Quick Books
- Instead of searching old files for documents they are now a click away
- I also created several spread sheets that include timecards, CPR Tracking, and more
- I created the same website they utilize today at http://dewinemechanicalinc.com/, and set up a Facebook page for hiring and more.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for department managers.
Administrative Assistant/Staff Accountant
Terry Thiele's Office
02.2013 - 08.2013
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
Senior Billing Analyst
Dell Business Solutions
10.2012 - 02.2013
- Dell was a fun and challenging job
- We implemented a new $5.2 Billion project from scratch
- I had to be very intuitive, which was the best part of the job
- Once I taught myself the tasks, I went on to train others.
- Used data entry skills to accurately document and input statements.
- Handled account payments and provided information regarding outstanding balances.
City Clerk/Treasurer
City of Osceola
06.2009 - 02.2012
- As City Clerk Treasurer of a small town, I wore many hats
- I acted as the City Administrator, Accountant, Human Resource Director, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Project Manager and more
- It was great working with engineers and implementing new City features such as a new Pool, Senior Center, Cardboard Baler, etc
- I also set up a website via the Loup Power District system
- For any town to grow, a strong economics program is a must.
- Assisted in budget prep, expenditure review and budget administration.
- Updated documents such as municipal codes and city charters.
Daycare Director
Erin’s Daycare
07.2007 - 06.2009
- As a daycare provider my job is to care for children of all ages
- Planning and preparing meals throughout the day
- Schedule mealtime, nap time, play time, educational time, and cuddle time for each individual child throughout the day
- Plan many activities such as painting, coloring, games, song, and dance routines in a mixed-up manner so the children are not bored
- Resolve many conflicts throughout the day in a language that is understood by toddlers
- Meet all state and federal guidelines to operate as a licensed provider
- Multi-task cooking, cleaning, safety, and care
- Track all expenses and income for business
- Obtained a grant for play equipment and a fenced in back yard.
- Organized and engaged in recreational activities such as games and puzzles.
Human Resource Director
DeWine Mechanical, Inc. -Welding Specialties, Inc.
09.2003 - 07.2007
- Maintained employee records, update personnel policies and procedures manuals in compliance with federal and state laws, update safety manuals in compliance with federal and state laws and perform bi-annual reviews on each employee
- Handled all payroll duties including, time management, cost, payroll checks, payroll taxes, and job allocation
- Implemented tool inventory/tracking system via Microsoft Excel
- Performed all accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
- Tracked all business expenses, paid all business taxes, and budget forecasts
- Reviewed the business balance sheet, profit and loss statements, and cash flow statement.
Education
Accounting Classes towards Bachelor & Master’s Degrees - Accounting
Midland Lutheran College
FremontIntroduction To Engineering And Design
Project Lead The Way
Indianapolis, IN07.2023
Aviation
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK06.2023
M.D. - Education
University of Nebraska At Kearney
Kearney12.2022
M.D. - Accounting
Kaplan University
Online 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs01.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Central Community College
Columbus05.2005
Skills
- Instructional Design
- Educational Research
- Differentiated Instruction
- Project-Based Learning
- Technology Integration
- Classroom Management
- Technology Implementation
- Proficient in Canvas and Google Classroom
References
- Jae Kim, Aviation Instructor - Grand Island, Senior High, 308-379-5402
- Eric Sell, Engineering Instructor - Grand Island, Senior High, 308-202-0047
- Brad Keasling, Associate Dean – Business, Central Community College, 308-398-7386
- Angela Arndt, ESU 7 Office, 402-564-5753
Hobbies and Interests
- Assist kids with 4H activities including traveling with their horses.
- Assist Husband with farming activities, such as irrigating, calving, book work and more.
- Volunteer work including Beyond the Island Essar Program, assisting with sporting events at school, part of all girl engineering mentoring program.
- Beginning Yoga & Pilates
- Gardening
Farming with husband, daughters sporting events including Volleyball, Track, and Rodeo.
My Husband and I operate a 1600 acre farm including Corn, Beans and Alfalfa. We also operate 160 head of cattle. I just started breeding a few Piedmontese Registered Cows. I have one daughter who plays Volleyball and Track for York University and another daughter who is in Highschool Volleyball and competes with her horses in local rodeos for barrels and poles.
Timeline
CTE/BMIT High School Teacher
Grand Island Senior High School
08.2022 - Current
Full Time SPED Substitute Teacher
ESU 7 Center
02.2022 - 07.2022
Adjunct Accounting Instructor
Central Community College Grand Island
01.2021 - 05.2022
Para/Substitute Teacher
Columbus Public Schools
01.2021 - 04.2021
Para/Substitute Teacher
Shelby Rising City Public Schools
08.2020 - 05.2021
Human Resource Director
DeWine Mechanical, Inc.
02.2020 - 03.2020
Audit Specialist
Cornerstone Bank
10.2016 - 06.2019
Accountant
Rick Martensen, P.C.
07.2016 - 10.2016
Accountant
Kuhlman & Kratochvil, P.C.
11.2015 - 07.2016
Office Manager
DeWine Mechanical, Inc.
08.2013 - 11.2015
Administrative Assistant/Staff Accountant
Terry Thiele's Office
02.2013 - 08.2013
Senior Billing Analyst
Dell Business Solutions
10.2012 - 02.2013
City Clerk/Treasurer
City of Osceola
06.2009 - 02.2012
Daycare Director
Erin’s Daycare
07.2007 - 06.2009
Human Resource Director
DeWine Mechanical, Inc. -Welding Specialties, Inc.
09.2003 - 07.2007
Vice President
RU4NU Farming, LLC
01.2001 - Current
Accounting Classes towards Bachelor & Master’s Degrees - Accounting
Midland Lutheran College
Introduction To Engineering And Design
Project Lead The Way
Aviation
University of Oklahoma
M.D. - Education
University of Nebraska At Kearney
M.D. - Accounting
Kaplan University
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
Colorado Technical University
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Central Community College
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