Hi, I’m
Isabelle Koch
Sugar Grove,IL
Summary
Proactive Historical Interpreter with extensive experience in creating engaging and informative presentations. Skilled in audience engagement, cultural sensitivity, and effective storytelling techniques, enhancing visitor experiences and training new interpreters. Strong oral communication and teamwork abilities, bringing a collaborative and detail-oriented approach to preserving historical significance.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Fox Valley Park DistrictAurora, IL
Historical Interpreter
04.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Collaborated with fellow interpreters, sharing knowledge and expertise to improve overall performance and visitor satisfaction.
- Fostered a positive learning atmosphere by encouraging visitors to ask questions during interpretive programs.
- Enhanced visitor experience by creating engaging and informative historical presentations.
- Assisted in training new interpreters, providing guidance on effective presentation techniques and historical knowledge.
- Identified and conserved documents, records and maps of historical significance.
Saint Mark's Geneva 320 Franklin Street, Geneva Illinois
Childrens Ministry Volunteer
08.2020 - 05.2024
Job overview
- Supported fun, interactive environment for learning and ministry.
- Served as great role model for children by teaching how to learn, grow and serve as part of church.
- Helped develop and maintain age-appropriate recreational program to promote spiritual growth through cooperative play.
- Maintained appropriate communication with parents regarding child activities and incidents.
Education
Oklahoma State UniversityStillwater, OK
Bachelor of Science from Agricultural Education
University Overview
- Joseph Flemming memorial Scholarship Recipient
- Out of State Achievement Scholarship Recipient
Rosary High SchoolAurora, IL
High School Diploma
05.2024
University Overview
- 4-H Member and former club president
- Elected Captain of Varsity Cheerleading team
- Extracurricular Activities: Lifesavers Club, Chess club, Poetry Club
- Honor Roll every semester of high school
Skills
- Flexibility
- Audience Engagement
- Storytelling Techniques
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Oral communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Historical Interpreter
Fox Valley Park District
04.2023 - Current
Childrens Ministry Volunteer
Saint Mark's Geneva
08.2020 - 05.2024
Oklahoma State University
Bachelor of Science from Agricultural Education
Rosary High School
High School Diploma