Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Awards
References
Extracurricular Activities
Languages
Supplemental Education
Timeline
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Helena A. Bednarski

Helena A. Bednarski

Aurora,Colorado

Summary

Versatile professional with a background spanning education, finance, and business strategy. Experienced in adapting to diverse roles, including teaching, client advising, and data analysis. Currently completing a degree in International Business, with a growing interest in sales and relationship management. Known for a clear, analytical approach to problem-solving, strong communication skills, and the ability to connect with people across different settings. Brings a unique combination of interpersonal insight and financial literacy to support informed, strategic decision-making in fast-paced environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher

ESS
Commerce City, CO
03.2023 - Current
  • Managing classroom behavior, quickly interpreting lesson plans and creating reports to inform the students’ permanent teacher of their success.

Mortgage Loan Originator

Prime Mortgage, LLC
Greenwood Village, CO
09.2023 - 07.2024
  • Guided clients through the mortgage process, delivering tailored financing solutions and consistently exceeding sales targets.
  • Built trust, cultivated long-term relationships, and managed a high-volume pipeline in a fast-paced environment.

Tutor

Center for Urban Education
Denver, CO
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Provided tutoring assistance for students in grades 1-6 at Metropolitan State University.

Co-Manager

Love and Care Home Agency, LLC
Aurora, CO
05.2021 - 06.2022
  • Responsible for setting up and attending meetings, keeping track of finances, employees, schedules, constructing relationships with partners, and other managerial tasks.

Reading Tutor

CYC AmeriCorps
Denver, CO
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Provided intervention in reading, writing, and English comprehension for students in grades K-4 at Vega Collegiate Academy.
  • Communicate with parents and guardians about student growth.

Receptionist

Polaris Network Analysts, Inc.
Aurora, CO
05.2018 - 08.2019
  • Responsible for answering and directing phone calls to recipients.

Education

BS - International Business and Entrepreneurship

Metropolitan State University
Denver, CO
04.2025

Keystone Mortgage Academy
01.2024

High School Diploma -

Gateway High School
Aurora, CO
05.2021

Skills

  • English fluency
  • Spanish working proficiency
  • Quick learner
  • Organized
  • Adaptable and detail-oriented
  • Effective communicator
  • Creative and artistic
  • Computer literate
  • Culturally-competent
  • Collaborator
  • Public Speaking
  • Team collaboration
  • Financial analysis
  • Sales strategy
  • Small group tutoring
  • Analytical thinking

Awards

  • AmeriCorps Segal Award, AmeriCorps, 06/01/22
  • Senior Performing Arts Award, Gateway High School, 06/01/21
  • National School Orchestra Award, Gateway High School, 06/01/21
  • Academic Honor Roll, Gateway High School, 03/01/20

References

References will be provided upon request. Thank you for your interest.

Extracurricular Activities

Mock legislation/debate, Youth in Government Denver Capitol Building, Denver, CO, 2019

  • Engaged in legislative simulations at the state capitol
  • Drafted and debated mock legislation to develop public speaking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills while gaining a deeper understanding of government processes.

Languages

  • English, Native Language
  • Spanish, Upper Intermediate
  • Polish, Emerging
  • Italian, Emerging

Supplemental Education

Keystone Mortgage Academy, 09/01/23, 01/31/24, 

Completed an intensive training program focused on the mortgage industry, covering sales strategies, laws and regulations, and the loan origination process. Gained comprehensive knowledge of industry practices and honed skills in client engagement and compliance.

Timeline

Mortgage Loan Originator

Prime Mortgage, LLC
09.2023 - 07.2024

Substitute Teacher

ESS
03.2023 - Current

Tutor

Center for Urban Education
08.2022 - 08.2023

Reading Tutor

CYC AmeriCorps
10.2021 - 05.2022

Co-Manager

Love and Care Home Agency, LLC
05.2021 - 06.2022

Receptionist

Polaris Network Analysts, Inc.
05.2018 - 08.2019

BS - International Business and Entrepreneurship

Metropolitan State University

Keystone Mortgage Academy

High School Diploma -

Gateway High School
Helena A. Bednarski