Galen Searles
Medford,WI
Summary
Dependable and hardworking job seeker with strong organizational skills and a positive attitude. Ready to take on challenges of a new position and support coworkers in achieving company goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Facility Manager
Simek Recreation Center-Medford Youth Hockey Assn
04.2017 - 03.2024
- Maintained facility and equipment during two distinct operational seasons: ice skating rink and banquet hall.
- Coordinated ice time schedule for youth hockey, figure skating, high school, and public skating.
- Managed concessions inventory and equipment.
- Handled hockey association relationships with City of Medford, Medford School District and various State of Wisconsin agencies.
- Organized multiple association fundraising efforts including raffles, bingos, and sponsorships.
- Managed association finances using Quickbooks software.
- Established and maintained relationships with customers, vendors, and service providers.
- Achieved ANSI certification as a food protection manager.
- Oversaw complete banquet operations including hall set-up, food preparation and bartending.
Home Educator
N/A
08.2011 - 08.2016
- Educated my three sons for five years, which covered grades 1-6, in a home-based learning environment.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive curriculum to accommodate three children of varying grade levels, interests, and abilities using a classical model of education.
Elementary School Teacher
Ridgeway Community School
07.2009 - 07.2011
- Educated 2nd and 3rd grade students in community-based public charter school.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in several academic subjects using a variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Communicated effectively with parents, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
- Participated in a variety of after-school extracurricular activities, which promoted being active in nature.
Logistics Readiness Officer
United States Air Force Reserve
04.1999 - 07.2004
- Directed peacetime and contingency logistics planning operations including deployment command and control.
- Coordinated scheduling and dissemination of deployment data to unit deployment managers.
- Managed vehicle fleet and was responsible for maintenance and utilization of 115 assigned vehicles.
- Supervised vehicle operations personnel of the 28th Logistics Readiness Squadron.
- Deployed to HQ USCENTCOM in direct support of middle east war fighting efforts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Winona State University
Winona, MN05.2008
Skills
- Organizational skills and attention to detail
- Reasoning and problem-solving aptitude
- Interpersonal intelligence
- Reliability
Timeline
Facility Manager
Simek Recreation Center-Medford Youth Hockey Assn
04.2017 - 03.2024
Home Educator
N/A
08.2011 - 08.2016
Elementary School Teacher
Ridgeway Community School
07.2009 - 07.2011
Logistics Readiness Officer
United States Air Force Reserve
04.1999 - 07.2004
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Winona State University
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