Joshua Kuiper
Holland,MI
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Enthusiastic tour guide with passion for cultivating unforgettable travel experiences. Excellent historical knowledge with excellent organizational and public speaking skills. Skilled storyteller favored by guests for talent to weave stories and history of sites and venues into entertaining monologue. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Museum Docent
Air Zoo
Portage, MI
07.2024 - Current
- Facilitated educational programs for school groups and other organizations.
- Informed guests about upcoming events at the museum.
- Conducted research on artifacts to ensure accurate interpretation of historical context.
- Provided tours of the museum, highlighting important artifacts and their significance.
- Answered questions from visitors regarding museum policies, procedures, and collections.
- Delivered guided tours, presenting scripted information and answering questions.
- Displayed strong public speaking skills and communication abilities to facilitate highest quality tour for guests.
Substitute Teacher
Hamilton Community Schools
Hamilton, MI
03.2024 - Current
- Created an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - History
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI12-2023
High School Diploma -
Hamilton High School
Hamilton, MI05-2019
Skills
- Organization
- Interpersonal abilities
- Speech Clarity
- Relationship Building
- Historical Research
- Multitasking
- Analytical Thinking
- Discussion Facilitation
- Behavior Modeling
- Adaptable
- Results-focused
- Group and individual instruction
- Positive Reinforcement
- Student Engagement
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
Affiliations
- Currently learning Koine Greek
Accomplishments
- Summa Cum Laude
- Pi Sigma Alpha honor society in Political Science
- Alpha Lambda Delta academic honor society
- Phi Kappa Phi honor society
Certification
- Michigan Teachers of Tomorrow - Letter of Eligibility
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Museum Docent
Air Zoo
07.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Hamilton Community Schools
03.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - History
Grand Valley State University
High School Diploma -
Hamilton High School
- Michigan Teachers of Tomorrow - Letter of Eligibility
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